Before our vacation time was over, we had to go and play in the snow. Grandma Ruth & Grandpa Mike went with us. We drove up past Stirling City and found a fun hill. The weather was great and the snow was cold--perfect for sledding! We all took turns on the sleds, threw a few snowballs, and enjoyed some hot chocolate. It was a great way to finish off the year, 2012!
Family
Monday, December 31, 2012
Tuesday, December 25, 2012
Christmas 2012
Merry Christmas to all!
We started out this holiday month by going to our
ward Christmas party.
ward Christmas party.
Christmas is . . . smiles, presents and a snowman by the tree.
We found some snow this year before Christmas . . .
right in g-ma's backyard!
right in g-ma's backyard!
Once There Was A Snowman . . .
Yes, it's the traditional Christmas pinata!
Candy, cousins, & singing carols at Grandma's & Grandpa's Christmas Eve celebration
Isn't this what Christmas is all about?
After many years of waking up Christmas morning in the same house, this year we spent Christmas Eve night
at Grandma Ruth's & Grandpa Mike's so we could be with them on Christmas Day.
at Grandma Ruth's & Grandpa Mike's so we could be with them on Christmas Day.
After the traditional bible story, we opened gifts together. There were a lot of fun things to open this year--Ticket To Ride game, umbrella, comfy pink chair, new weight set, remote control airplanes--we were so blessed. We enjoyed the day, company, and new gifts.
Santa did have to leave a couple of gifts at home, since they wouldn't fit into his sleigh. The kids still enjoyed waiting to open gifts when we came home.
What was waiting for them . . . a new outdoor basketball hoop and a green house!
One of the gifts Kiana received this year was all the fixings for a new pet. After we came home from our holiday visiting, she was able to go to the pet store and pick out her very own pet mouse. Miss Charlotte is making herself at home and Kiana is now enjoying and learning all about pet ownership.
(This is a first in our home. The closest we've gotten to having a pet is either pet sitting for someone or if you'd like to count goldfish, we've had a few of those during the years--wish us luck!)
Sunday, December 23, 2012
Wednesday, December 12, 2012
Driving Permit
We are going to have another licensed driver in our family very soon. On Seth's 1/2 birthday, December 12th, we were down at the DMV so he could take his written driving test.
He passed!
Now he asks to drive everywhere!
Once he turns 16 in June, I'm sure he will be asking for the car keys even more! This kid will love his driving freedom and also not having to ask others to drive him to his favorite place to eat . . .
Taco Bell!
Sunday, December 9, 2012
Eagle Scout
After all the hard work, the day finally came where we could celebrate Seth achieving the rank of Eagle Scout. We had so many people come and congratulate Seth on this great accomplishment. Both sets of grandparents, family, and lots of friends were able to be there!
Here is Seth receiving his Eagle Scout Award.
Here, Seth is placing the Mother's & Father's pin.
He also received an American flag that was flown over the state capitol.
Seth awarded Dave Lupton, his scout master, the mentor's pin. Dave was a big influence in helping Seth attain his Eagle rank.Seth's Uncle Branndon was able to present him with his Eagle Neckerchief.
Since we had moved to Yuba City, after Seth had completed his eagle scout project, he was able to have his previous Bishop (Wright) along with his current Bishop (Davis) come and say a few words about him at his court of honor.
Here is Seth's scout troop.
Yes, Seth is still having fun!
Tuesday, December 4, 2012
Basketball
Seth made the basketball team!
Go Falcons!
Here a few pictures from some of Seth's games.
There will definitely be more to come!
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