Merry Christmas 2010!

Every year I tell myself, "Leah, you're going to start early this year." You know, throughout the year getting presents that way come December we're not bombarded with shopping and the chaotic people that are in the same boat as me. Guess what I did? Yup, waited until December. Ill never learn.

This Christmas was going to be great. We ended up having Kymber for Chirstmas Eve and Christmas morning. Our very first Christmas with all 3 munchkins. Perfect right? At first it was...

Alan's family every Christmas Eve has a big party. For the last few they have rented out jumping Jacks in S. Ville for the whole family for 2 hours so the kids can get worn out. They had so much fun. We had to take Xander home early because it was during nap time and it wasn't enjoyable to him. Nor for us whith all the whining and crying...Alan's mo kept Kymber there for the rest of the time so she could still have fun. Later on Christmas Eve Kymber kindly reminded me that I forgot to make Santa cookies. I tried to convince her that Santa would be happy with marshmallows. You think she bought it? Nope. So off to Fresh Market (the only store open at that time) and we got "Santa" some soft chocolate chip cookies (Per request from "Santa" himself) She also drew him a picture and poured him a glass of milk.

Then off to bed she went. Alan ate the cookies and drank the milk while I wrote the kids a letter back from Santa. By the way, who knew Santa has such amazing handwriting! And then it continues...

The first thing Kymber said to me that morning as soon as she saw the presents under the tree was "Why didn't Santa bring me more presents?" Seriously? Little stinker. Good thing you're cute! Looks like we're going to have to have the "Meaning of Christmas" talk. So it began...Xander wasn't into opening presents. All he wanted to do is play with Kymber's toys. Maybe next year? I wont go into to detail on the gifts every one got , but our kids lucked out. Even baby Zac. Alan was quite surprised on his gifts and got what he'd been talking about forever.

Xander's favorite gift. His "Buzzing Toothbrush"

Christmas this year was interesting ,but by far one of the most memorable and fun ones. The Christmas tree has already been taken down and my living is now empty and lonely. I. love. it. Kymber's already asking about next Christmas and I kindly remind her that it's a year away. One. Long .year. away. (Little bit of a smirk when I write this...can't help it)

Family Update

Where has the time gone? I'm a complete slacker! Another family update is needed and then I promise I will TRY do this once a week like a good blogger mom should!

Zachariah-Almost 5 months old and at 4 months he was almost 20 lbs!
Zac,aka Chumly, has been such a blessing in our lives. I couldn't have asked for a better little baby. Never cries for one. That is unless he's hungry. Don't mess with his food! Can't you tell I stave him? He's the happiest baby and is all smiles and laughs.
Zac got his first two teeth at 4 months old. Can you say ouch?! Never nursed a baby with teeth and let me just say, I'm in pain! he rolls over and has even got on his elbows and knees. I think my baby is growing up way too fast.

Xander-
Honestly Xander is pretty much the same. Barely speaks. Every now and again he says a new word and we make a big deal out of it. For example, the other day after blessing our dinner he copied us and said "Amen". Said it again too! Has he said it since? Nope. Cause thats how he rolls. He's getting to be quite mischievous. Kymber never had an interest in the toilet, however we caught Xander the other day with a whole loaf of French bread and dipping it into the toilet. Gross. That's only on example. He's also been doing wonders since he had his tubes put in. Went sooo smoothly and we actually went and left a doctors appointment a while back with no ear infections! Wahoo!

Kymber-
My little girl. I love her. Although she's at this stage where she asks about a million questions. She catches me off guard sometimes and drives me crazy, but it's worth it. As she would say, "We're still buddies!" even when she's in time out. It's nice to know I'm still loved even when I'm being a meany mom! I sy all the time she's like a 13 year old trapped in a 4 year old's body. Very pre-Modonna and is into all things girls. this includes jewelry, clothes, makeup and shoes.

Alan-
Has finally become a Veteran. NO MORE NATIONAL GUARD! No more shaving, No more weekends without him. I'm soo proud!

Me-
I know you're more interested in the kids but I'll update you on me. Not pregnant this Christmas for once! Can I get an Amen?!  I'm enjoying m y 3 kids and have decided since we're going to be in this basement for a while I'm finally going to decorate it. My passion is crafts and I thoroughly enjoy sitting at the table doing nothing else. I'm a work aholic at my house. Drives Alan up the wall with how much I am constantly cleaning and worrying about how messy the house is. Slightly OCD, but what would he do without me?! Everything I do, I do it for my kids and husband and wouldn't trade it for anything else int he world.