I took this picture of my little girl before we left on our trip. We had just put up her first Christmas tree and she was all smiles. I just can't get enough of my little Lulu Bear!

Christmas in New York

This Christmas our wonderful family flew us out to New York to spend the holiday season with them. We had an amazing time once we finally got there. Traveling time was supposed to be only four hours but ended up being seventeen! I am just so thankful that my kids are so easy going. Even by the end of it they were still somewhat tolerable. We love you all and can't wait to see you again!

Beaver Pond

Jason's uncle Mike & aunt Sue were nice enough not only to help us get out there but let us stay in their beautiful house all week long. Behind their house is a neat little beaver pond. We walked down with Hayden hoping to see some beavers but when we got there it was completely frozen over. Hayden didn't care, he just loves being outdoors. He is so much like his papa!

The Discovery Center

While we were visiting, we took the kids to the Discovery Center. They all had a ball, especially Hayden. Here he is with his two auties, Karen and Bonnie. They were so incredibly sweet and it was so good to be able to see them again.

Another cute picture from the Discovery Center

Uncle Mike

Jason's sister and brother-in-law were also able to come to NY for Christmas. Hayden was happy to see his little cousin Grant, even though they picked on each other the entire time. They really are like brothers. Here they are watchin some tube with their uncle Mike. Hayden just loves Mike and his wife Sue. I am pretty sure the feelings were mutual :)

Adieu Miriam

My sweet friend Miriam has left Bloomington this morning to head back to Paris, France. I was so sad to see her go. We have become very close the past few months and I don't know what I am going to do without her. She has a son the same age as Hayden and is now 4 1/2 months pregnant. I hope she has a girl! I love you dearly Miriam and hope that I can come and visit you someday in your amazing city!