Christmas at HOME

This Christmas was pretty special because it was the first Christmas in our new home, and, our first Christmas morning ever (that I can remember) that we didn't get up and hurry through Santa to go somewhere else. Also, we were excited to have Grammy and Papa, and Honorary Grandpa RC, Russell and Trenton joining us...made for a super fun Christmas morning! The kids received several fun things, but the most exciting was Callie's long-desired dog...Santa brought an adorable white, fluffy, Schnauzer/Poodle mix that Callie named Petey...we think he will be a great addition to our family! Santa brought Jack a pitching net to improve his accuracy...yes, we like him playing baseball..., and a remote-controlled Monster Truck. Santa brought Macie a Mickey Mouse Playhouse, because he knows how much she loves Mickey and Minnie. I know this Christmas was difficult for the Irwins, as they, and we, missed Susan so much, but we were very glad to share our family with them, and, the more the merrier!! We enjoyed yummy food, too. Grandpa (Lisa's Dad) came to spend Christmas Day with us, and for some horrible reason, I didn't get any pictures of him here. Gran Gran was on a trip to Mexico, so she didn't get to enjoy the festivities! Although I do love going "home" for Christmas, it was so nice to just relax here, play with the kids and their toys, and nothing to pack or unpack for! I LOVE, LOVE Christmas season, and feel so blessed to be surrounded by family and friends.

Christmas Cookies

The kiddos and I made some Christmas cookies, just because, I guess! We always make them at family gatherings, but I suppose we didn't get enough...

Hanna/Bosse/Wims Christmas in Austin

Christmas was again, a little different this year for the Hanna/Bosse/Wims clan! Due to the arrival of Baby Leo a week earlier, we all congregated in Austin so that we could meet him and keep him and his new parents from traveling! We gathered at Scott and Alli's church building, which turned out fine because there were 2 playgrounds and lots of play space for all the little cousins--which is a must with those kiddos! After the gathering in Austin, most of us went back to Kerrville for a little more cousin time...I love how much fun these kids have together, and me, too! They can play for hours and hours, and MeMe always fun activities planned. Pretty soon Baby Leo will be chasing everyone around, too! Another plus is that everyone got to meet and hang out with Brady Sullivan, Jenny's fiance', and his precious daughter Chloe...we are so excited to have them as an addition to our family!! Many of you know likely already know the story of Brady and Jen...if not, go to Jen's blog (I have a link on the side of mine) and read their awesome, God-driven story. I have to point out the shirt Jack is wearing at the Christmas gathering, "Santa, I've been framed"...soooo Jack, right?!