Well, Christmas came and went. It's always so bittersweet when I wake up on the 26th. Anyone who knows me knows that I absolutely LOVE Christmas, and I start looking forward to it around October. On Christmas Eve, I just wish I could slow down the next two days and soak up the amazing time I have with my families. Josh often finds himself rolling his eyes at my child-like excitement when it comes to Christmas (which he refers to as "just another day"), but this year when I told everyone that I wanted to take turns and watch everyone open their presents (we've always done this at my house), at first he was like, "What!?" But I feel like too often we get so consumed with just ripping open our own presents that we don't get to really thank people for the nice gifts, and we don't even get to see other people open the gifts we give! I put a lot of thought into the gifts I give, and I really like to see others' faces when they open my presents, as well as see the goodies they recieved. And he agreed, I think he even said he liked this way better because it feels like we are able to eat and then leisurely open gifts and spend more time together before we have to leave. It may take a little longer, but you really get to spend time with family and not feel so rushed. I love it! <3
Friday night we went to Josh's mom's, Saturday morning we went to my parent's, Saturday night we went to Josh's dad's, and then Sunday we went to Josh's Grandma's. We'll be heading to Omaha to my grandparent's Jan. 8th so we have a little bit of a break. This year was a little more special because we had Kayden and it was her first Christmas! She obviously didn't fully undersand Christmas, but she did like pulling the wrapping paper off some of her presents. She got one of those fun door jumper things, so that was fun to play in as well!
We all had a really nice time. I got everything I asked for and then some! Josh and I always say we make out like bandits once all is said and done, and we are very blessed to have families that love us and are able to provide for us all the things we want. Josh's big gifts included a recumbent bike and he was really surprised and excited to unwrap the autographed Tesla poster I got for him. He really liked it. :) He also got a bucket from my mom with his name on it, so we couldn't help putting Kayden in it haha.
I recieved a new pair of Ugg boots, some nice scarves, Christmas movies (AH! Can't wait to watch them all next year!), a headboard, and some diamond earrings from Josh. So like I said, it was a great Christmas had by all!
We don't yet have any plans for NYE on Friday night...but I am very excited to see what 2011 has in store for us! Hope everyone has a great end to their 2010!
(The trees were so pretty :))
Sorry for such the stretch of time between posts. Seems like when I actually get a second to sit down the last thing I want to do is blog. With Christmas almost here (15 days left!) as well as getting ready to wrap up the first semester of school (can it be?!) things have been hectic. Not to mention throwing Scentsy into there - I've been busy! Scentsy has been great - made some extra money this month and already more for next month so that will be nice! It has been overwhelming, but great at the same time.
We went and got family pictures done a few weeks ago in Davenport with Josh's side so I'll post a few sneak peaks:
Baby K <3
Everyone:
I don't have many pictures to post, I should take a few pictures of the tree and our new stockings, so that might be my next post. With the family photos done I finally got my Christmas cards ordered so they should be sent out Monday for everyone - enjoy!
Nothing really new to post or going on. We were reminded this week to count all of our blessings with the tragic passing of a 17-year-old from the community. My heart hurts for his family, not to mention my brother who is upset, as well as all of his other friends. Tell everyone you love that you love them, everyday. So I've made a point to think of all the positive things in my life and say an extra little prayer at the end of each day.
I hope everyone has had a great Christmas season so far - now if only it would SNOW and give me a white Christmas, I'd be so happy! :)
