Big Girl Bike Ride

Since she was a baby, Lily Grace has always done this adorable, big open mouth smile when she gets excited. It melts us every time and she loves to hear us remind her of it.

As I have mentioned before, Lily Grace's biggest Christmas wish was for a big girl, purple princess bike. Santa was kind enough to bring her one. However, it has been so cold since Christmas that she has only been able to ride it around inside the house.

This afternoon, though it was still very cold, we bundled up for her first big girl bike ride around our cove. She was so excited (once we convinced her that yes, the tires would get dirty and yes, that was alright- ha!) and most proud of her bike and herself.

Matt and I had the best time freezing along beside her. It is a Christmas memory we will cherish always.

Oh! And on a side note, yes, she does have a helmet, but we totally forgot it in making sure she had her head and ears covered. Daddy walked right beside her to ensure that her first ride didn't lead to any scrapes or bruises.

Merry Christmas!

A look at what Santa left behind

New doll "Loli" was the first thing she went for

A new bathtub to bathe Loli and all her dolls

Darby is quite the helper and yes, nosey

Content with her own gift and having torn up lots of paper

The new dress up clothes quickly come out

Taking it all in

THE purple princess bike

Daddy and I get a Christmas performance

Even princesses like to play trains

Santa has once again paid us a visit. We were up a little after 6:00 am this morning to see just what he had left behind.

We have spent the day playing and having fun. (and of course eating and napping- ha!) And through all the gift wrap, presents and excitement, it's the birth of our Savior and the blessings He pours on us each and every day, especially that of time with family that we will remember and cherish the most.

We certainly hope you have enjoyed a fun and blessed day.

Merry Christmas!

Twas the Night Before Christmas...

Christmas Eve breakfast at the Peabody

Putting out Reindeer Hay

And of course, milk and cookies for Santa

Through the rain, not snow

Off to church we did go

We sang songs and gave thanks

For the birth of a King

After all, that's what Christmas really means

Once back home, a warm dinner we did eat

Then put out reindeer hay and cookies for Santa

Oh! What yummy treats

Lily dressed in Christmas pajamas

Gave out one last kiss and hug

Then mommy made sure she was warm and snug

Daddy and I are now off to get sleep

Excited to see what morning does bring

And until then...

We wish you a Merry Christmas

And of course, sugarplum dreams