Christmas 2008

We had such a wonderful Christmas. Last years Nathan was only 6 months old so it wasn't too exciting. However, this year he was so fun to watch. He loved all the decorations, the lights, and of course all his toys. The look on his face Christmas morning was priceless. Next year will be even better because then he will understand about Santa Claus.

Seeing the lights at the Mission Inn.

Searching for the perfect Christmas Tree. I will always have a fresh Christmas tree every year. Picking out the tree, the beautiful scent it brings to your home, and vacuuming every day under the tree completely add to the Christmas experience. I wouldn't have it any other way.

Daddy and Nathan posing by the most gorgeous tree!

While Nathan and I were waiting for the guys to tie the tree to the car, he decided he was going to drive home. It was hilarious to watch him. He knew just what to do. He was trying to move it into gear and playing with wind shield wipers and of course he was trying to find the right tunes on the radio. It was funny what he picked up from watching me.

His first visit with Santa Claus. I thought for sure he was going to freak out. He is still incredibly shy and the biggest momma's boy. Right when we walked up I asked Nathan if he was Gramps. My dad has facial hair and could play a great Sanata in a suit. That did the trick and he was just fine. Nathan loves my dad. It is really sweet.

The whole family with Santa.

The loot Santa left us on Christamas morning.

Our stockings. Even one for Phoebe. She was a very good girl this year.

Nathan loved his slide. He saw it and ran right to it. He went down the slide and then ran around and did it again like 20 times in a row. It was a definite hit!

Nathan enjoying the rocking horse his Grammy and Gramps gave him.