Christmas 2009

Christmas 2009 did not disappoint. We had a great Chrsitmas Eve dinner and gift exchange at Aubrey's parents' house. Then on Christmas morning, Tyler loved waking up to all of the gifts from Santa. Even better for Aubs & I, Tyler slept in till 8:00!! Santa brought Tyler a cool slide, a remote-controlled train set, clothes, and his very own broom (Tyler loves to sweep the floor & carpet with a broom). This kid was in heaven all morning long. We made a little Christmas morning breakfast as a family, before opening gifts from each other.

Christmas as a parent is very rewarding. Even more rewarding than when I was a kid. To see the look on Tyler's face when we walked from his bedroom was priceless. I wish I had the camera ready to capture the look. Thanks to everyone for a great holiday season.

We wish everyone out there a happy and heathly New Year. May 2010 be better than 2009.

Check out my new Elmo slippers!!

Tyler loves this present thing.

Tim, Robyn, & Maddie on Christmas Eve at the Perry's.

Mimi, Tyler, & Maddie on Christmas Eve.

Tyler really loves this present thing!

What cute kids we have in our family!

Tyler couldn't believe all the toys & gifts he received on Christmas morning.

TyTy and Uncle Zachy.

This dude can dress!! Thanks to Nan & Pop for the cool jacket.

Poor Tim

From 2006. . .The creator of the post below & Tim. Poor, poor Tim!!

MERRY CHRISTMAS...LOVE: MATT!!!

Merry CHRISTMAS EVERYONE!!!
"O" Christmas Tree!!!!!

Zoo Lights 2009

A few nights go, we went to Hogle Zoo for their annual Zoo Lights exhibit. The 3 of us went with Maddie, Robyn, and Bampa. This is the 2nd straight year we've gone to Zoo Lights. We had a great time walking around the zoo and seeing all of the cool lights and displays. Tyler and Maddie loved the different lights, especially the elephant ornament lights hanging in the tree outside the elephant exhibit. We also saw a few of the animals that happened to be out at night. The tiger and her cubs were playing in plain sight in their shelter. We had so much fun, even though it was on the chilly side. Enjoy the pics from that evening. . . .

Thanksgiving 2009

The past month as a family has been crazy for us. For Thanksgiving, we travelled to North Carolina and visited my family. We had a great trip, seeing family and hanging out with friends. Tyler loved spending time with his Nann & Pop (my parents). There are a lot of pictures from the trip and a sampling are below with a few captions.

The boys watching a video before the

feast.

Nann and Tyler walking off the amazing meal.

All I can say is...p-i-m-p!!

Trying to find the perfect Christmas tree in the hills outside Boone, NC. Man, it was cold on top of that "mountain"!

Tyler helping Nann sweep leaves off the deck.

We visited Panthers stadium in downtown Charlotte. Tyler showing his Utah pride after a tough loss to BYU the night before.

What a cute stinkin' kid! :)

Walking around my family's property one morning.

Tyler & Pop watching the ceiling fan make it's rotations.

Tyler was a little sad in the airport that we have to leave and head home. It was a great trip!