Christmas Calendar

Last year we started the tradition of the "Christmas Calendar". What this means is, each morning Jake and Coco get to look at our "Christmas Calendar" to see what we have planned fun for the day.

So far this is what we've done...

-Christmas Family Home Evening

-McDonalds

-Ice Cream

-Walk to Bethlahem

Here we are waiting in line for the Walk to Bethlahem.

Jake and Coco excited to begin the walk.

As we were visiting Joseph, the Shephards, the Wiseman and the scary Roman Soldiers, Court kept asking when she was going to see Baby Jesus. Of course Baby Jesus was at the very end but it was definitely worth the wait. When Courtney saw Mary holding Baby Jesus she walked right up to her with her arms held straight out and asked Mary if she could hold Baby Jesus. I can't even describe in words how special it was to see my little girls' faith and love that she has for baby Jesus, in her eyes she didn't see a plastic doll she saw Baby Jesus and her little eyes were filled with so much excitement and happiness, it was truly a moment I hope I'll never forget.

-Made Oreo Cookies & went to Sophi's Blessing (quick fun story; Scott's older Brother Dave recently had a new baby girl whom they named Devery. About 6 weeks later we found out that they changed her name to Sophia. Long story short.. they ended up feeling like their little girl wasn't a Devery so with lots of talking and prayer they came to the decission to change her name. So they went through the whole process of changing her name and now we have a beautiful niece named Sophia).

-Ogden Lights

(This is Jake crying when Grand dad accidentaly broke his Candy Cane- poor guy)

-Willard Bay Lights

-Bought new Ornaments for Jake and Court's Christmas Trees

-Ward Party

-Grandma's Birthday Party

-Went shopping for Jake and Court to get each other gifts

-Watched the movie Elf

-State Farm Party - saw the play "Scrooge"

-Made Christmas Cookies

-Delivered Neighbor Gifts

-Made Ginger Bread Houses at Jake's school

Here are my two cute kids with their yummy master pieces.

-Saw the movie 'Mega Mind'

-Jake & Courtney had a sleepover at Nana's house where they slept under the Christmas Tree

-Played at the Park

Crazy to think that this picture was taken in the middle of December.

-Caroling Party

Here we are at my parent's annual Caroling Party. One of my favorite Christmas traditions!!

-And today we delivered Secret Santa

As you can see we don't do anything too crazy or too expensive it just helps us appreciate every day in December especially as it goes by so fast. I'm sure a lot of you are like me and love the month of December almost more than Christmas Day. So, although at times it was a little stressful trying to figure out what to do or we felt too tired to want to do something, in the end it's been a fabulous month and so far a fabulous Christmas Season.

And thankfully we still have a few more days to enjoy! YAY!!!!

Merry Christmas!!!

Scary Santa

Last week we went and saw the lights at Willard Bay. Santa Clause was there and of course the kids were really excited to see him. We took lots of pictures but it wasn't until I got home and looked at the pictures that I realized this was the creepiest Santa I've ever seen. Check it out for yourself and make sure

to look at his eyes... creepy!!!

I call this picture;

'Does not like kids Santa'

This is 'Crazy Eyes Santa' or as Scott put it

'Stay Away From My Kid Santa'

'Holding my kid too tight Santa'

'Don't want to know what you're thinking Santa'

And the final one is;

'I like Justin Head Santa'

Do you not agree with me? Serioulsy creepy, eh. Instead of looking like a happy, jolly Santa, he looks like a serial killer!

Ok, with all kidding aside, Jake and Court were so cute with Santa. Court was too scared to sit on his lap but not too scared to tell him all 15 toys she wants for Christmas, she went on and on, it was hilarious. Jake also chose not to sit on Santas lap and now after seeing the pictures, I'm very glad he didn't.

After Santa we went on the sleigh ride and enjoyed seeing the lights up close. The lights were of course amazing. Courtney's favorite was Tinker Bell and Jake's favorite was the Reindeer jumping and falling.

Waiting for the Sleigh Ride

On the Sleigh Ride

Merry Christmas!!!

My new adventure

My new adventure... A few months ago, my sister in-law started selling really cute Pettiskirts and gorgeous hand made hats. She asked me to help her with the finances (I love working with money). I helped her set up pay pal, helped record the money etc.. I've also lent her Courtney a few times to model the pettiskirts. Because I've had so much fun helping my sister in-law, she's asked me to join her - be her business partner. I no longer have my Young Women calling (see later post) which has freed up a lot of my time so I feel like it's a good time right now to try something new in my life. Plus, I'm an easy partner to bring in because the name of her company is Cole Couture. How perfect is that, eh!

Just a small side note: This little adventure is only a hobby for us. My sister in-law's ultimate goal when she started, was to find away for herself and other Moms to be able to afford these skirts. As long as we make enough money to put in a new order, we're good. It's really just for fun and if by chance we make a little money than that would be a fun bonus (but highly unlikely. lol) !!!

Right now we're having a Christmas Sale on the Pettiskirts. The Pettiskirts are regularly $20.00 but right now they are $15.00. Below is what we have in stock right now, if anyone's interetested in a skirt please go ahead and e-mail me at colecoutureboutique@yahoo.com or if you have my phone number feel free to call or text me.

This gorgeous Black and White Pettiskirt is available in size Small & Medium

Size Small fits: infant to 3 year olds

Size Large fits: age 5 to 8

The Cream is my favorite. We have it available in Medium & Large

Size Medium fits: ages 3-5
Size Large fits: ages 5-8

The Red and Black is available in Small & Medium

Small fits: infant to age 3
Medium fits: age 3 to age 5

*Courtney is 3 years old and she can wear every size, it just depends if you want the skirt to be high and fluffly (like a tutu) or to hang low at the knees or below the knees.

Wish me luck on my new adventure!!

Thanksgiving

I can't believe it's the middle of December and I'm posting Thanksgiving. Crazy how fast the time goes!!!

Anyway, here are some pictures of our Thanksgiving. I've come to conclusion that Thanksgiving is my favorite Holiday. I love spending the entire day with family; playing games, visiting, and of course eating delicious food. And who doesn't love the four day weekend!!!!!!!!

This year we were at the Cole's. It was crowded and noisy but we ate delicious food and had a ton of fun!! In the evening we went to my Mom's house for Turkey Buns. We're quite spoiled that our parents live two minutes apart from each other.

Courtney with her cousin Jane. I love this picture!!!

Happy Thanksgiving!!!