Christmas Eve started out with dinner with our family having a wonderful dinner together at Stonewood restaurant. It was really great to have everyone together and be able to catch up while the kids stuffed their faces and were not able to interrupt! Ha, Ha! We then went back to my Grandfather's house for cake and presents. Here is a picture of him and my Dad from that night:
We then got back home really late and all went to bed. 7:00 the next morning, the boys were up and so Christmas Day had arrived! We opened presents and watched the Christmas Parade from Orlando and of course watched the Christmas Story! I love that movie! Christmas night my dad and step-mom Pat came over for Christmas Dinner. We had a delicious dinner of turkey, mashed potatoes, yams, green bean casserole, stuffing, salad, and of course my favorite, cranberry sauce. YUM! And may I make a suggestion, if you ever get a chance please be sure to get a fresh turkey, it was amazing!!!!!!!!! Here are some pictures from our holiday. And from our home to yours- we hope you have a BLESSED and JOYOUS 2009!
Saturday, December 27, 2008
Our wonderful holiday...
Wednesday, December 24, 2008
Friday, December 19, 2008
NJ/PA Trip
What a week! The trip to NJ was a long one although I am proud of the fact that we got to NJ in 21 hours! We spent the first two days with my inlaws. Here are some pictures:
Grandma and Evan:
Grandpa and Aidan:
On Sunday Aidan had a little accident and ran his face into the corner of the dining room table at Keith's aunts house. He hit the bridge of his nose so it didn't break (if he hit it any lower it would have). He was so brave! He cried for a second then calmed down. Here's a picture of my little "Rambo":
Sunday night we traveled to PA to spend some time with Keith's brother and his family for a sleep over! Scott and Megan have two little girls, Angela and Elyse and they are absolutely beautiful! Proof? Check out these little future heartbreakers:
Angela:
Elyse:
The kids really enjoyed being together! We went to the park the following day-the weather was perfect-Megan and I kept saying we could stay outside all day! Anyway, I forgot my camera! Needless to say it was a perfect day followed by a delicous dinner from Tijuana Flats. YUMMO! Thank you "Northern Reedells" for a perfect time!
In the midst of our travels we were also very lucky to meet up with some more family:my brother Joey and his girlfriend Sara and my step-sister Jen. It was a very fun trip all together.
Keith's father did have his surgery on Monday and I have to thank all of you for the prayers! The surgery did not go as planned but they were able to do something with his stomach so he could eat again. As of today, he did eat some jello but he could not hold it down. PLEASE, PLEASE continue to keep him in your prayers. I hope he can be home in time for Christmas! Also as some of you know, on Tuesday morning at 4:30am my brother was in a horrific car accident. It was the day after we returned home here. Joey has no recollection of the accident but he did suffer a concussion, he has 10 stitches in his mouth and bruising on his leg. He is VERY lucky to be alive as the engine ended up in the seat next to him. How he didn't suffer any burns is truly a miracle.
So as you can see, its been a very eventful week. Now onto Christmas...is it possible for me to sleep until 2009? Nah, troubles or not, you gotta keep going, right?! Take care until next time!
Tuesday, December 9, 2008
Friday, December 5, 2008
Back online
We are officially in our new house! It's absolutely beautiful and we are very happy. I have to admit I am a little overwhelmed, but overall its going to be great. Our neighbors are extremely friendly-we've already met 4 of them! I'll be sure to update with some new pictures soon, until then please pray that we continue to go through our transition smoothly.
Be back soon!
