Christmas 2010

For Christmas this year, we had my mom, Beth, David, and Michelle over Christmas morning. I had made a breakfast casserole and we had cinnamon rolls and coffee. The kids got to see all of the toys that Santa brought and we opened presents from myself and Carlos. Once that was over, we headed over to Mom's house to do part II. The kids got so much this year, as they do every year. I always look at all their loot and can't imagine where it will all go!! But really once you open the toys and get them out of their boxes and ridiculous child proofing plastic, the pile doesn't look so bad then. Alex got a new bike from Santa. He has a bike but the tires are plastic and don't really grip very well, so hopefully he can really learn to ride without training wheels this spring.

Marisa looking through her stocking. She got several of the things that she had asked for by the end of the day. Santa brought her a really cool soccer ball that has the Brentwood Soccer Club design on it and her name on it. As requested, she got Target and Itunes gift cards as well.

Another attempt of getting 3 smiles. Still not so good and it looks like Alex has Wes in a headlock. You can't see it but their names were monogrammed on their matching pajamas. My mom bought these for them and we waited until Christmas Eve to wear them and wouldn't you know it by mid-morning Wes had pooped on his and Marisa spilled hot chocolate down the leg of hers. It's actually pretty amazing that Alex is the only one that still had his on at one point.

Wes also got several fun new toys from Santa. However, I really should have just gotten him some ripped up wrapping paper and tissue paper. The kid LOVED playing with that stuff!

Overall, this Christmas was another success. I took a few extra days off to hang out with the kids. Also of note, we had a white Christmas this year (1st time since 1993). It was pretty neat to look at the window and see all the snow falling while we were inside opening presents. We all got some fun things that we wanted, we ate good food, and got to spend time with each other. I love having everyone home together during such a special time of the year. I love Christmas and can't wait until next year!