Christmas Day 2013

We knew this year would be SO much fun since they are both at an age where they know what's going on. The time is flying and we are holding on to every little memory that we possibly can at this age. I didn't send out Christmas cards this year, but I think the picture below sums up what this Christmas felt like to us this year. Blessed. Delaney loves to talk about where God is and how Jesus was born. What a gift He has given us.
This year at Christmas, Sam Nolan called Santa "ho ho" and Delaney had already told Santa exactly what she wanted...Lala "Lucy" hair (Lala Loopsy) and a flutter fairy. Both of which she had seen on TV a billion times. Throughout the month, we had put our little elf around the house, so they were amazed when I told them that he was staying on the tree for the week until Christmas.

 Sweet kisses from my baby boy.

 And my bigger baby.

 We made put out the cookies and milk for Santa at Memaw's and brought them home. Delaney always makes sure he has eaten them, so it's a must-do. Christmas Eve was wonderful! Sam Nolan and Delaney felt so loved and overjoyed with all the food, fun gifts, and most of all family. They got dolls, games, cooking supplies, cookbooks, blocks, dvds, clothes, etc! On the ride home, we talked about the true meaning of Christmas and how Jesus is always with us.

 Santa came!

 This morning, I was the first one to wake up because I was so excited to see their excitement! Sam Nolan was not amused at his mother's wake-up call. Lazy bones. :)

 Delaney woke up happy, although she is not feeling well. Santa pretty much brought her everything princess and doll that she could possibly want.

 Can we say HAPPY??!! ((of course he is already eating)

 Santa favorite (a VERY last minute elf purchase on Christmas Eve...whew!): the two-seater police car complete with a microphone, buttons, and siren. Delaney was a pushy driver. :)

 Later on, we played and played, and organized ALL the new toys. Me=Type A. Then, we played with "elf yourself" on the phone. Sam Nolan got the BIGGEST kick out of it! He laughed and laughed!! Merry Christmas!!