Christmas Morning!

The girls were so excited to start opening their presents... But not until we wake up Cleo! Poor thing. I know she won't remember but it's her first Christmas and she must be involved ;)
Lily was so happy to get her first Bitty Baby from American Girl.

Izzy and Lily both got jewelry boxes...Ohhhhhhh.....Jesse McCartney!...

All the girls got CD's: HSM3, Jonas Brothers, Camp Rock and Hannah Montana. Also thanks to Grandma Joyce and Grandpa Jim they got movies and Cleo got toys. I bought Chad a Smooth-Blend Mixer from GNC to mix all his health drinks and protein stuff I can't stand. But look how happy he is...or maybe just a little over tired!!! I also got him a really nice screwdriver since I am always misplacing the old one. It irritates him so bad. I used to do the same thing to my dad growing up. Some things just never change :)

Chad got me a watch to work out with. I love it! He also got me bubble bath and lotion. Perfect gift!

Yeah...Blocks for Cleo! I bought these for my nephew Anthony like 6 years ago and I finally got some!

Oh Please Pam! Did you really think hiding your face would keep you away from my blog this time. Think again! Nobody looks perfect on Christmas morning!

Dan and that darn video camera! He's always in my face!

Alarm Clocks. Isabel needed this one for sure. She is a bear to wake up in the morning and we are trying to make getting up fun!

Cleo loved the wrapping paper.

MP3 playersThey got Barbies this year. Last year they didn't so it was something they wanted. I told them they needed to give the old ones to charity and they agreed. Yeah! Lily was just happy to get a new Ken doll. Aidan didn't have an arm!

Pam and Kristen gave such cute clothes. Thanks guys.

Santa's Helpers!

The girls left out Coca-Cola, fudge and sugar cookies for Santa before they went to bed. Santa drank the soda, ate all the fudge, left behind some of the cookies and left a note for them.Next year Santa needs some more Coca-Cola!Pam swimming in presents. I was at Kristen's house helping her with last minute wrapping and came back to a house full of presents. I told Pam it looked like the North Pole threw up in her house! There was even presents in the kitchen. She was just too excited to have all her grand kids home for Christmas this year!I was just trying to find a spot on the floor to sit. It wasn't easy :)I couldn't help but take pictures of all the presents. This needed to be recorded!More presents...and more.Dan ready to loose his mind...not wanting to deal.Chad is in there somewhere! Okay...I know Chad is licking my face but hey, we were both so tired and just happy to be done!

Christmas Eve!

Christmas Eve is a big deal at Dan and Pam's house. It's tradition to play a game that involves taking turns picking presents or envelopes. The kids were really excited to get started.Look at Izzy already pocketing money! You go girl :) I grabbed the biggest present after being warned by Eric because last year he got a lump of coal in his. I knew he was right but I love Dan's jokes. I opened it up and there was a note. It said: Congratulations...You now own an official roll of John Wayne's bathroom tissue...It's Rough...It's Tough...And it doesn't take any CRAP off of anyone. Thanks Dan!I can't possibly use this, especially if it is the official roll.Kristen and Eric. I'm sure Eric was glad my big present was again a big disappointment! I wonder if Dan will continue to make one huge gift to see who the next town idiot will be! Chad reading the next question on the ball Dan made that we had to unravel to get our presents.

We went to a neighborhood in Menifee to see some decorated houses. The kids loved it. Here they are standing next to the winning house.My girlsKristen showing me how to take a good self portrait. When I do this, I end up with 2 to 3 chins. That's better. Thanks Kristen.Our family!Eric, Kristen and Kids Pam and Dan looking so lovely :)

Dinner with Family

We decided to surprise the kids this year and take them to Chad's parents house for Christmas. They thought they were going to Los Angeles for the day. They were a little confused when they had to pack their suitcases but we told them we might have to get a hotel if we can't make it home because of the weather. They were so surprised when we ended up at grandpa and grandma's house. They had a great time with their cousins. On December 23rd we went to BJ's restaurant with Dan, Pam, Kristen and her kids. Then we headed to the mall to see Santa but the line was so darn long we decided we have seen enough of him. I know...Bah! Humbug! The kids didn't seem to care one bit.I didn't take Cleo out of her car seat until we had started eating. She was to cozy in there. Why mess with a good thing. She was happy!Lily stuffing her face. My kids have a thing for noodles. Gees Katie. Take a breath. I think she was almost done before Halle even started!

Isabel even surprised us with her speedy eating. It was pretty impressive. You should have seen her eat the pizookie...she ate it so fast we couldn't believe our eyes. It was all over her arms and I had to take her to the bathroom to wipe it off of her. It was pretty funny!

Family Pictures

This Family picture was taken after Church last Sunday. I was tired of not having a picture of all of us so I used the timer on the camera and it worked out! Kaitlyn just loved her dress. I got all their dresses at Kohl's this year at 50% off. I was really happy with the prices.Isabel got to wear her dress to her school play too. She looks so cute in gold.Lily couldn't wait to wear her Dress. She kept putting it on before she was allowed to. I had to tell her several times to hang it back up and put her jeans back on. It frustrated her so bad!My baby Cleo McKenna. She loved her dress too! Ha Ha! Like she cares. But she sure is a cutie. She is a very photogenic baby! I think that's because she is a very happy baby and always has a smile.