Christmas Carole Sing-Along

The Larry H. Miller family puts on an annual Christmas Carole Sing-Along and my mom had a great idea  to go.  According to Buddy the Elf, "The best way to spread Christmas cheer is singing loud for all to hear".

It was pretty cool to see the Energy Solutions Arena filled with Christmas cheer.  When we arrived they gave us each a gift envelope and sugar cookies.

The cookies matched Peyton's outfit!

Opening the envelope, the boys were excited to get free Jazz tickets, free Bee's tickets, free Larry H. Miller Motor sports park tickets, and a discount coupon to Fanzz.  Thanks Miller family!!



The live Orchestra.

Dad and Mom feeling the Christmas cheer.

Kylie and Landon.

John Schmidt preformed... upside down

And with an accapella cello...

watch their "love story" video here:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xXtVBJDPs6k

Santa arrived and gave hugs...

Peyton was awed...

The Jazz bear arrived on wheels...

Gabby and Bella made friends.

Though it was a late night, it was a ton of fun! 

Trip to Temple Square

Instead of exchanging gifts this year with Ryan's siblings we decided to do a family outing.

Most of the family was able to come and we had a nice time touring the church history museum before the lights were turned on at temple square.   We watched the nativity story and walked around the reflection pool then headed to dinner at Tucanos. 

Dinner was amazing and I was surprised by how much Ethan ate.  He eagerly put his plate in the air every time the meat came around. 

Good Times, Good Food, Fond Memories.

Baby Jesus

To say Peyton loves babies would be an understatement. 

I put out my kid friendly, Precious Moments nativity and Peyton can't keep her hands off of baby Jesus.

She carries him around the house, covers him with at blanket and gives him lots of kisses!

My ceramic nativity was displayed a little later and I didn't think I would have any problems keeping it out of Peyton's reach until Ethan came telling me that Jesus' arms were missing. 

Apparently, Peyton found baby Jesus and tried to remove him from his manger.  I was able to fix him up with some super glue.  It makes me warm inside seeing how much my little girl cherishes baby Jesus.

Thanks Rashard!

Ryan scored the best seats of his life to a Jazz game and had to miss the ward Christmas party.  My Bro.-in-law Nick was in SLC getting autographs before the game and struck up a conversation with an old pal, Rashard (whom he knew from when he played in Seattle).  Rashard left 2 tickets at will call for Nick and he invited Ryan to go with.  They had a great time and the Jazz WON!! 

Santa Claus came to town

He came to the city celebration and the kids got a chance to sit on his knee.

Peyton was in wonder.

Stockton asked for a remote controlled car.

Ethan asked for a motorcycle (again) but Santa was good to inform him it wouldn't fit in his sleigh.  He next decided on a red Wii... unfortunately Dad isn't liking that request either so, Santa will have to surprise Ethan with something different.

Next, Santa visit our ward party passing out candy canes to the kids. 

We searched for ugly sweaters to compete in the competition.  But I guess we weren't ugly enough to win.

Becky Kelley - Where's the Line to See Jesus - OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO

We found the line to see Jesus!

We stood in line just a few minutes to see Jesus this year.  We visited the stable animals too at the live nativity

The scene was so reverent.

Moses, the camel greeted us as we left the stable.

We found some goats to visit too.  Notice Peyton hugging the black and white one.

Happy Birthday Jesus!

my little fasionista

at her insistent uh...uh...uh, urging accompanied by her pulling of my pant leg,  I pleased her by putting her new found accessory on her face.  She was so thrilled!

And I still love that face, goggles and all!

We are always missing shoes at our house.  Our little girl has a fetish.

And amazingly, she has already conquered walking in heels at the age of 20 mo!