The One-Year old, the Christmas candy and the Wedding

So, I think that I was the only blog with Halloween pictures still up. I was in desperate need of an update and lo and behold, my camera gets swatted (accidentally) from the counter, which causes it to break and be in need of repair. So I don't have any new pictures even though we had a recent holiday and a slew full of other things going on. I will try to recap.

Thanksgiving was spent in Viva Las Vegas with Josh's side of the family. LOVED being there, hanging out, swimming (kids), eating, shopping, playing cards and laughing. HATED driving with our one- year old 9 hours each way. Unfortunately for the rest of us, Teag has ruined our chances of making that trip anytime in the next year to eighteen months, or whenever he decides that watching a movie in the car is awesome. So until then bye bye, Viva Las Vegas, I will miss you!

The Christmas tree is up and my December is booked as always, but even more so since my dear sweet sister Jenna has decided that December 23rd is a great day to get married. So on top of regular December stuff, we are throwing in a temple session, bridal shower, bridal pictures a wedding and a reception and I'm making the cake, all before the 2nd of January when her newly wedded husband will return to the army. Sounds crazy but we are very excited for her. They make a great couple.

All during this month I am trying to keep Christmas special for our kids and I want to share one tradition that we do. I wrap 25, thats right, Christmas books and put them under the tree. Each night the kids get to open one and we read it together. They love it and it really gets us in the Christmas spirit, especially on the fateful night that "A Christmas Dress for Ellen" gets unwrapped and mom can't keep her sobs under control. (Thats my favorite night too!)

I love Christmas and all the candy and good feelings that come with it. Bring on the online shopping and ABC Family Christmas movies, "Christmas in Handcuffs" anyone?