Summer meets Santa, ho,ho,ho!

This Christmas was bittersweet. We were sad to be so far from all our family during the holidays, but excited to celebrate Summer's first Christmas. It was such a treat to experience it with her! We picked out a fresh tree and decorated it with colorful lights and ornaments. She met Santa and Mrs. Claus at their Christmas Cabin. She was a little reluctant at first, but warmed up to them pretty quick. In fact, she chanted "ho-ho-ho" from her babyseat the whole way home!


Next on the agenda were all the get-togethers with friends. Between Paul and I both being on call this month, we managed to make it to a few events. One of Summer's favorites was The Melting Pot with just the girls...and a couple bottles of....(colored water?!?!)

And of course, there's always time for mischief....

Summer loved opening her presents (especially when she wasn't supposed to.) Sometimes Paul and I would hear the sound of paper shredding behind the couch and, sure enough, we'd find our baby sitting there with a big smile on her face and a torn-off piece of wrapping paper in her hand. Thank goodness for tape!



We celebrated Christmas Day with our good friends Craig and Aubree. Summer just luvs their two li'l girls to pieces! Their family has been such a blessing to us here, especially in taking care of our Summer while we work our crazy hours. We can't thank them enough. Here is Aubree w/ her crew :)