Christmas Day in Red Oak

We headed to Red Oak early Christmas morning. It was so nice to spend time with Scott's brother and sister in law and of course Sam. Will and Sam have so much fun together. Sally cooked a delicious meal and spoiled us all!

The highlight of William's day was delivering Gabby ( Larry and Sally's neighbors dog) her chrismas present. William loves this dog and he keeps her quite entertained when he visits:)

Santa Claus came to town

We fed Santa's reindeer, put out cookies and William awaited Santa's arrival

Christmas Eve 2011

I so graciously hosted Christmas Eve this year. We had a lot to celebrate. It has been a year since my dad had his open heart surgery. He is healthy and happy and doing great. William was spoiled rotten. He got a collectors edition Union Pacific Train, a leappad and, lots and lots of toy. Hank also joined us this year. He is such a joy and such a happy little boy.

We would also like to thank those from far away that thought of William. We missed you Grandpa Oder and Aunt Mary you won the way to his heart by delivering a choo choo train and choo choo train sheets. Thank you and Merry Christmas!!

Tubby Time

Hey Santa!

William's trip to Santa was calm this year. Scott and I were all prepared to join him on Santa's lap but William did great. He sat there long enough for the photo op ( he looks a little stunned :0)) and did great. He did not tell Santa what he wanted for Christmas but when I ask him in the car he said '' trucks and trains". Let's see if his Christmas wish comes true ;)

Merry Christmas

Our 2011 Christmas Card

Our gingerbread train...William's favorite part of course was the candy :)

Buddy the Elf

I would like to introduce you to our Elf on the Shelf and our newest Holiday tradition, Buddy. Yes, we are not that creative when it comes to a name but For those who have not read the story it is a great one. Looking forward to spending many holidays seasons with Buddy on our shelf.

End of the Regular Season

We were suppose to head to Des Monies on Saturday for the Santa Express Train Ride however the weather changed our plans and we stayed in town. We spent the day hanging with the Turner and Murray families and watch the Cyclones play their last regular season game. Hank, William and Jillian are destined to be best buds ( do they really have a choice ;) ).

2 year Old School Picture- St. Albert

Hard to believe that William is only 2 in this picture. He looks so big and is getting so big. Besides the "terrible" twos this is by far my favorite age. I love watching Will learn new things everyday. He is so much fun and so entertaining!

Skype

Thank Goodness for Skype. Being a firefighter Scott misses out on alot sometimes. William is learning things everyday. Skype allows Scott not to miss out on these things. William everyday after "school" ask if we can " Skype daddy". Technology is amazing I we are so lucky Skype is around!

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A Very Special Houseguest

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Jordan and Steve headed to Mexico so we got the honor of watching Hank. Scott and I enjoyed having another kid around. William was jealous at times but loves Hank. I cannot wait to watch these two grow up together :)

Thanksgiving 2011

Scott was on Kelly Day this Thanksgiving so we were lucky to have him home and not working. We spent Thursday at Jordan and Steve's and then headed to Red Oak on Friday. As always the time with Family was great and we were spoiled with wonderful food around us. We are so Thankful for everything in our life and could not do alot without our family that surrounds us!

This is love!

Happy 60th Birthday!!

We celebrated Bob Bob ( aka Grandma Kathy) birthday on Saturday. My mom's actual birthday is tomorrow. Bob Bob is Will's name for Grandma. We do not know where it comes from but mom loves it because it is unique :) We enjoyed dinner at our house along with our out of tune family singing Happy Birthday to mom. We enjoyed pie and cheescake for dessert. My mom has alot to celebrate this year and we are so happy she is feeling better. We love you mom and thanks for all you help!!

I keep thinking about how much trouble these two are going to get into together in Highschool and college. :)
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ISU vs Kansas

We were finally able to head to Ames on Saturday to enjoy the ISU game. It was perfect Football weather!! GO STATE!!

Reba

Jordan was nice enough to give up her Reba ticket so Scott and I could enjoy a night out. Reba is amazing and I was in heaven listening to her sing. Scott and I had so much fun and always a night out !!