Whitney liked her dragon from Great Gran! Christmas we always try to be at home so the kids can just relax (and us, too) We had decked out the outside of the house with lights, and the inside with lots of decorations. Scott found a great tree in the mountains for us and we decorated it as well. It was a little sappy, but didn't have the killer needles of last year's tree. In some weak moments, a fake tree starts to saound good, but we love our live trees and are so thankful to live in aplace where we can pay $10 for a permit and Scott can grab a tree at work. We keep planning to go with the whole family, but it hasn't happened yet. 
Christmas was a Sunday, and church is at 9, so we planned on just doing stockings before, but everyone was up early, so we just did the presents. All the girls got great things and had fun, and we thank all of you for your gifts. I spent a few days before Christmas purging our toys, so we had room for the new. We cooked a turkey and all the trimmings and just relaxed the rest of the day.
Christmas was a Sunday, and church is at 9, so we planned on just doing stockings before, but everyone was up early, so we just did the presents. All the girls got great things and had fun, and we thank all of you for your gifts. I spent a few days before Christmas purging our toys, so we had room for the new. We cooked a turkey and all the trimmings and just relaxed the rest of the day.
The day after Christmas, Kim and Jane were able to come down with Christmas #2. Grandpa Kim loves sugar cookies so we made some and got everyone decorating. It was fun. The girls are always up for frosting, baking, and of course, sprinkles. 
Isabel asked for a Nerf gun and RC car. she got both and loves the truck. The Nerf darts are already MIA, as I expected, but still, Scott and I had fun with them. It doesn't really work to only have one gun in the house. Perhaps we will get some more. Scottt got an RC helicopter, and it has been a big hit. it is so cool and little, it is amazing to see it fly around the house. I was a little overwhelmed this year and did not do Christmas cards or neighbor gifts or anything. I felt slightly bad, but I also enjoy simplifying (still feel guilty). Just know that we think of you all often.
While Grandma and Grandpa were here, we took some time to tour another beautiful spot. We have been here once before with my dad and Brigitte, but Kim and Jane hadn't been, and the girls didn't really remember. Needles Overlook is a beautiful place, and even with a little bit of snow it was a great outing. The views are spectacular, and I look forward to being able to explore more of Canyonlands as the kids get older. We all had fun and it was a good day. Don't forget, if you come visit, we will take you to these amazing places, too! or at least point you in the right direction! 
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