Early Christmas

We had a wonderful early Christmas with my family this past weekend. I love having a chance to visit, hang out with, and play games with my parents, brother, sister, and brother-in-law. Charlotte loves playing with all of her cousins! I also love spending time with my sweet nieces and nephew. They are so loving. I received several sweet notes/letters from Titus and Aaris while I was there. I also really enjoyed playing a new Simon game with Titus. We had a great time working together to play it. I always cherished Christmases with my aunts, uncles, and cousins as a child and I hope that we are providing those same cherished memories for the children in our family.

We got some really cute cousin pictures while we were there. From left to right: Aaris, Skylyn, Titus, and Charlotte

My sister found these very cute matching pj's and ironed on their names. The first picture attempt did not turn out so well!

Luckily we were able to get second go at it!

I always loved passing out the gifts as a kid and that tradition has now passed down. Charlotte was a great helper!

Charlotte received some bottles for her baby, but she had to test them to make sure they were okay!

My brother, Jeremy, gave the two younger girls matching strollers. They were just beside themselves that they had the same stroller. They kept following each other around and around the house.

Charlotte also received some jewelry from my sister's family. She, of course, had to put it all on at once as soon as she opened it!

This adorable hat was given to her by her Mimi and Papaw.

Since the Austin Trail of Lights hasn't happened in a few years, my parents small town just outside of Austin has started their own called the Buda Trail of Lights. We went this year and it was actually quite good. I was impressed! I hope the tradition extends and grows each year!

I love this picture of my dad and Charlotte looking at each other!