Where has all the time gone?

It goes to...

Graduation

Justin finally got to walk for getting his Masters in Educational Leadership. We had a great time in Flagstaff, it is amazing that we can just drive 2 hours north and run into snow. It was a nice change of pace to get all bundled up with gloves, scarfs, and hats. I found out that scarfs are SO useful & not just for fashion:) I cant help but think how hard it would be to really live in the snow with children. You know clothes on then off then on:(

We were able to spend some time with both sides of our family which we always enjoy. My kids adore their grandparents, maybe closers to obsession! Thank you all for all you help and support. I am so proud of Justin, he continues to be such a great husband, father, and provider. We are so Blessed!!!!

I got these cute PJ's for the kids and they are oh so true, except that it need to read "my grandma'S" will!!!
Christmas Decorations

We were able to get Christmas up before Thanksgiving this year and I am so glad. This season just doesn't last long enough. My mom was always so good at bringing the Christmas look, feel, and smells into our home as I was growing up. I hope to do that for our own children. The smell of sweet cranberry & evergreen as we watch the Polar Express next to our lighted tree while we sip hot chocolate. What is better than that?!?! I was able to make this table runner from some scraps my mother gave me! Thanks Momma

I found a couple cute signs at the dollar store. My favorite reads "Naughty or nice I still get what I want!"

Thanks for putting up the decorations outside Justin. Simple but satisfying!!!

Parties

We have had some fun Christmas activities lately...

We got to go to "Christmas Carol" with my family one FHE night. Owen wasn't having it upset half the movie. Thankful he is ADORABLE:) Brinley on the other hand loves movies and can sit for long periods of time (THANKFULLY). I asked her what her favorite part was she laughed and said "Scrooge wore a dress." I guess his nightie looked too much like a dress to her. The point of the movie went right over her head as she was fixated on the "dress." Ha Ha

Owen just loves Santa he drops my hand and run open armed on to Santa's lap. So fun to see their excitement.

I made these Mexican paper flower for a Ward party. They were a bit time consuming by they turned out so bright and colorful. FUN!!!

We made cookies, a Lensch girls tradition, on Sunday and by Monday night we had eaten our portion. YUMMY!!!The days may seem to last forever , we are defiantly tiered at the end, but we are loving every moment of it. Creating memories and trying to soak it all up!!