Tuesday, July 28, 2015

Christmas 2014! A new adventure!



Our family has grown so much that having Christmas Eve in someones home is so crowded that we decided to try going to the church for our festivities. It was a big success. We did miss the barn but we were able to add many activities to our day. We had a balloon room , a craft area, a game area, a talent show, a magic show by Uncle Dwain..of course we had dinner and carols. We did our chimes and our 12 days of Christmas. And Uncle Jared did some fun dancing with everyone!!! I believe this will be the tradition for our family if all want to come to Turlock!


 Hannah was a riot with the balloons. She was really good at bouncing them on her head.
                    Bryn was a little afraid of the balloons at first but got the hang of it!
                                               Ally and Kirsten getting acquainted.
                                 Maren is always a crack up and loves the camera.
                                     Uncle Ron and Sarah enjoying the day!
                                           Kelly, Emily , Aunt Karen and Kirsten.
                                                          The Hokey Pokey!!!!
                     The chicken dance. Charlotte's parents were able to join us from Utah!

                              Clarke was able to get so throws in the gym with the boys!
                                                       Maren loves crafts!
                         Spencer Hyer and his family enjoying the game room.
                                 Sweet, beautiful Kirsten. Almost 4 months old.
                                                 Enjoying some talents!
                                                              Mckay!
                                                                  Taylor!
                                                   How did you do that???
                                      He does amazing magic. We are excited for next year!


                                            WOW! That was an awesome trick!
                                             Maren is an angel for the nativity.
                                                          Benson as Joseph!
                                                      Gracie as Mary.
                                      Taylor enjoys her cousins Mason, and Jacob.
                         Some of the sweetest angels...truly.Danielle, Maren and Lucy.
                                       The cast of the nativity. Great job again!
                                       The chimes are a hit each year!
                          Watching carefully for their number for the songs!

                      Drew...Spencer's dad and Eric enjoying the 12 days of Christmas.
 This year I did an M&M bingo game. Aunt Stephanie with Hannah. I think this is such a sweet picture.
         Sarah, Ally, Deborah with the 3 amigos.Kirsten, Jasper, a guest...forgot his name. Below are the kids with their Christmas Eve pajamas....a tradition we started a long time ago.

                                       Merry Christmas to all and to all a good night!
                 

Bryn has her first birthday party!!!

 November the 9th Bryn turned one and we had a barbecue with all the family in Brentwood.
                                         Ramiro was the chef and it was delicious!
              We had a fun tent that the girls liked to hang out in. Bryn loves her cousins.
                                   Sarah with her dad...Jared. Happy Day!
 
                        Ashley joined the girls huddle. Not sure where the boys went.
 There was a sand pit and volleyball courts which the children enjoyed some sand play. This is Maren and Benson...buddies!
                                   All of us at the fun festivities! These kids are hilarious!
                                       Bryn with her sand play. She loved the sand.
                                       Benson scoops up sand in a frisbee. He is so sweet!
                                                      Lucy...what can I say!
                                            Elise loves chips! Can you tell!
                                         Bryn and I enjoying a moment together!