Christmas was really a fun this year with the kiddlets. Caleb and Zoee were really into santa, and the naughty list--{this really worked to my advantage at times} Although Z is still terrified of the man in red, and wouldn't even give him a head nod in passing at the mall.
Without fail i was running around crazy the few days before, and wrapping like a mad woman late christmas eve--how does the "done shopping by halloween" never work out for me?? maybe 2012 will be my year for that business:)
Anyhoo--Christmas eve always starts out with the traditional christmas eve run with the running group--it was a brisk one this year--15 degrees--brrrrrr! it did warm up, and we got hot cocoa and bagels after--always fun. On christmas eve night we always head over to my mom's house with the clan--and we eat my mom's bomb fettucinni alfredo--she really only makes it on Christmas eve, and that makes it even better i suppose. The kiddos get to open PJ's and gifts from grandma and grandpa, and then the siblings open our gifts from each other. I love the feel of christmas eve--being all together with my family--its really tops. I really am thankful at what a close family we are--i couldn't ask for better~
The kiddos got to make magic hot cocoa with aunt paige and watch some christmas flicks. Then all of the siblings and spouses headed out for our traditional Denny's run. This started a few years back--we go to Denny's and get hot cocoa--chat it up, and hope for a great waitress/waiter that is need and is working hard on christmas eve....then we all leave a good sum for them. We always try to sneak a peek after we leave and see if we can see their reaction. It has been fun over the years, and we seem to always get someone perfect to give to:)
Christmas day came pretty early...and the kiddos were all consumed in playing with the toys from santa. We headed to my parents for crepes and a big breakfast, and then attempted to get ready for church:) The rest of the day was spent eating.....playing games...watching flicks.....eating.....eating....and hanging in our PJ's--just how i like it.
The rest of the holiday was filled with some movies, date nights, nickel-cade and just chilling with my babes--it went by fast......
I was really lazy as far as picts go this year--my sis thankfully had her camera and i got some from her. Other than that a lot of them are from a phone or point and shoot--love them just the same~here is a little of the holiday palooza--excited for what is in store for 2012~
me and my sibs at my parent's house
one of my best gal pals was here over the holidays and i took picts of her little newborn--you can see them {here}
36 comments:
Ahhh it sounds perfect! Love your Denny's tradition!! What a fabulous idea! :) Happy New Year chick! xo
these are great pictures! so cute!
Glad the holidays treated your fam well :) The Denny's tradition is awesome...maybe one day we'll have to do something similar!
oh my gawd your family's cuteness kills me. seriously :). and I too couldn't wait to put away the Christmas decor come January 1. My husband was off for a few days and begged me to leave it up just because he loves the light the tree gives off. It made it till yesterday before I said enough!
Looks like you guys had an awesome Christmas holiday! I love all of your traditions - sounds so fun! Love the picture of Zoee and Mylee with their dolls...such cute little cousins:)
Sounds like you had an amazing time with your family...which is what it is all about! Love you in the red lipstick!
Happy New Year! I'm with you, LOVE the holidays but can't wait to clear it all out! Your family traditions sound lovely, the Denny's tip tradition is awesome- how fun to sneak a peak at the reaction!! Nothing like making someone's night, especially when they have to work. Darling pictures!! (I picked up that H&M dress that Miss N is wearing for next winter, adorable!) Looks like your kids all had a blast!!
Happy new year! Love your fam's holiday wear. So classy!
Pete went on a rampage and put away Christmas whilst I was out to breakfast with some pals on the 26th! I was pleasantly surprised and pleased that I wouldn't have to do it later.
P.S. I was up super late wrapping giftees too! Next year let's have a wrapping party or something!
What a fabulous Christmas!!!!Your whole family should be models!!! Sooooo stinkin' cute!!!!!!
Happy 2012 girl! Your holiday pix of your family...beautiful. Please come here and style us! :) Miss N.'s hair...getting so long. And HOORAY for girlie leopard shoes! :) You are quite nuts for running in 15 degree weather...such dedication! And your tip tradition...way cool! Here's to a wonderful 2012!
Such gorgeous photos. You need to start doing outfit posts. I ADORE your outfits :)
We finished celebrating Christmas on new years and I finished wrapping on new years eve. ;)
Glad to hear you had such a great holiday!! I tend to be bad about photos of Christmas... I always am in the moment instead of thinking of pics. Good and bad I guess.
Hugs girl!
Such beautiful photos!!! You and your siblings look SO much alike. And I adore your Denny's tradition - what an incredible way to make someone's Christmas more special. Happy 2012 Sharstin! xo
You guys are so sweet to do that for a waitress...what a fun tradition. And...I cannot get over those teeth little N has. How cute!
Your fam is so darling...I peek in often, but never comment :( I love the Denny's tradition, way to bless the socks off someone during the holiday!
p.s. can I ask where o where you find your girls colored tights in the fun colors, like purple and yellow??
thanks!
Glad you had a good xmas! These pics are so adorable... Iove the family shot with the bright colored clothes... You are always dressed so cute! And I only WISH I looked as cute in red lipstick as you. You're such a doll...everytime I wear red lipstick I don't know if I love it or hate it?! But you rock it:)
My favorite is the photo with you and your siblings. You guys are just the cutest. I've been thinking about you a lot lately and I just miss your cute little giggle. We'll have to get together the next time we are in town.
Ok that Denny's tradition is the best! What an awesome idea. Glad you guys had a great Christmas!
Sounds like a great holiday. & I just love your Denny's tradition!
These are priceless! Looks like y'all definitely enjoyed the holidays <3
Where is your green skirt from? LOVE IT!
Your family is absolutely darling - such great pictures!
Happy New year to you too! Love your fam's fashionable Christmas attire! Also love the Denny's idea!
Looks like some fabulous holiday times! Darling family chick~ happiest new years wishes to you!
Sounds like you and yours had a Fab Holiday Season this year! I love that you adults get out every Christmas Eve and surprise someone with a little extra cash... I LOVE that!! Little Nora is darling, love her dress from H&M, somehow I always find myself peering over at the girly clothes (-: Well happy New Year, Hope it's a terrific one!
love those cute skateboarding pics. your little family is adorable!
Sharstin, I love your blog-- you have such great taste and so its fun to keep tabs on you and Andrew...I was hoping you could give me a few tips and pointers on a good point and shoot camera. I need to get a new one and would LOVE your advice--what do you use?
Anyways, thanks so much. And tell Andrew hi from the Boyers!! Ashley :)
So darling my friend! Nora is so cute, I would take her as my own! And Zoee is one stylish chica! Her hair is so long too! Caleb is so grown up, him and Tate should go skateboarding! You'll have to get him some pads because they get cruising on those! Your denny's tradition is awesome, you have such a sweet family! Glad you had a great Christmas! Sheesh, that was long...I just have so much to say about you guys:)
okay, the denny's tradition is the best idea! i told my hubs about it, and he thinks it's great! just may be something we do next year!
darling pics!
Holiday palooza-how cute!! You and your siblings are sooooooo cute! Nora, is getting so big. Looks like you had a wonderful holiday season!
You guys are way too gorgeous for words! For reals now! Your holidays sound just about perfect too :-)
Looks like you guys had a very merry Christmas! You guys always have so much fun stuff going on. Gotta love the family traditions. Nora looks adorable in her little red get up. So Christmasy!
Such CUTE pics. Nora is getting SO BIG. Looks like you had a wonderful Christmas!
hey! carly--the skirt is from F21--and i get a lot of the girls tights at H&M, ON, and then welovecolors.com:)
Love the pictures of them in b&w by the tree, precious!
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