Christmas has come and gone…but we’re still listening to the Chipmunk Holiday album like it’s goin’ out of style. Apparently Arden didn’t get the “no Christmas music after Christmas memo”…and honestly, I’m okay with that 😉
I’ve been a little quiet around these parts lately. Just enjoying the holidays with my little family and still trying to figure out this life with two kids thing. It’s getting easier (and even more fun) every day…but wow…it was tough for awhile. That’s another post for another day though, my friends!
Here’s a {very photo-heavy} recap of our Christmas. The things I always want to remember…
First and foremost: Cousin Eddie. Only 1,000 times cuter 🙂
Our random Wednesday trip to Crown Center and Union Station with Gigi & Papa.
Arden walked in and shouted, “it’s the biggest Christmas tree EVER!!!” If you haven’t read the book, you’re kind of lucky. Let’s just say it’s the one I always shuffle to the back when it’s time to pick out bedtime books 😉
I definitely want to make Union Station a Christmas tradition. It’s magical!
The third and final trip to see Santa was a success!
Arden’s only request: “I want a Christmas tree.”
A fun morning with these peeps!
Celebrating Christmas in Great Bend…in matching jammers!
Every child’s dream…every neighbor’s nightmare. Thanks for that quote, Gina! 😉
My MIL put together an awesome dress-up wardrobe for Arden…
and I’m pretty sure this is the first time Grandpa has played dress-up with princess heels 🙂
2 out of 4 looking ain’t bad 😉
On Christmas Eve we celebrated with my family, and Arden got her first American Girl doll…a Bitty Baby named Charlotte! Or Scarlett. She changes her name every day, and is very adamant that Charlotte/Scarlett be called whatever name she has chosen for the day 😉
Is there anything cuter than a baby doll Ergo? I think not…
Snack break!
Whatever they’re watching must be good…even Nash and the dogs are interested.
It’s true: they’re related!
A goofy cousins pic…complete with a kiss for Papa 🙂
This Christmas craft left Arden asking for “snowmen hats” for days…
Sweet smiles for Aunt Melissa 🙂
Will + Nash.
Also, Will has the best hair…like ever.
This kid should’ve been a big brother. I’m trying to convince my sister and brother-in-law that it’s not too late!! 😉
Our first Christmas as a family of FOUR!
And Hazel’s butt.
Santa on the guitar…now that’s entertainment!
Cute cute cousins!
Santa and her much taller elf…
Someone was excited to leave cookies for Santa…and don’t forget a carrot for Rudolf!
A chocolate Christmas tree…times 6!
Christmas morning fun…
Not only did Santa deliver with the chocolate Christmas trees…but he left a little something in the basement too. I’m pretty sure this is going to be the gift that keeps on giving. Fun for years to come!
Total. Hit.
Man down…
Make that two 🙂
And possibly my favorite picture of all time.
I can’t…I just can’t….
Hope you all had a very Merry Christmas…we certainly did!
And while I’m at it–Happy New Year from my crazy family to yours!
XOXO,
Vanessa
SUCH cute pics, Vanessa!!!! You guys are just too cute, so glad you are adjusting to life as four, looking forward to the post about the early days because I am going to need it!!!!!!!!!!!! 😉
So funny how much Nash looks like Chris & Arden looks like you! I love it!
It looks like you guys had a wonderful Christmas! I love the matching jammies, our kids wore them (heck, are still wearing them) too! Also, Lilly got the same Little People house and it's been a hit. Anything that provides hours of independent play is a winner in my book!
LOVE THESE PHOTOS…. and you and your precious, precious fam. And can we discuss Basil's Christmas bling? I can't handle it. Ps – we're meeting at CFA at 9:45. Think you can get your private jet lined up and a pilot ready to go asap???????????????? MISS YOUR FACE. Hugs to you and those babes!
Such a great post. Too funny that Arden asked for a Christmas tree from Santa. We say Santa twice and that was my daughters only request as well. I just want a Christmas tree. well he delivered 🙂 But man the tears when we had to take our big one down – Sad sad day! You have a beautiful family and life as a foursome only gets more and more awesome until you become a fivesome (LOL, and no we are still a foursome and LOVING it!)
I loved seeing what Arden got. My chloe got a bitty baby too! Do you mind sharing where you found the chair your cute babes are sitting on in the last photo??
Yay for Bitty Babies! 🙂 We got the chairs at nebraska furniture mart but I'm sure you could find them elsewhere. There's by Sam Moore and called the Odette Club Chair in linen. Hope that helps! 🙂
I have loved seeing your pictures on IG, and this post is even better! That smile! That trampoline! What fun!!
such a cute post!! your kids are so freaking adorable!!!
I love that you're surrounded by family! That definitely makes the holidays much more fun. I'm excited/nervous to read your post on two kids 😉
Love this!! Your family is so cute.. Union Station Is so pretty at Christmas
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Ahh so fun. Nash definitely looks like his daddy. Why is it that women do all the work, and men get all the credit?! So glad you all had a great Christmas & Happy New Year!! (:
Lovely first Christmas together as a fam of 4! I love all the pictures 🙂 xoxo
I love the Union Station pictures!!!
Such great pictures…and memories! Glad you guys had a great first Christmas of Four! That picture of Nash and your husband asleep is the best!
These pictures are just too cute! I love that one of him in a hat!!
Love love love! What a wonderful holiday! I can't get over how cute they are! Also, I'm terribly impressed about how active you guys are with 2 kids! I feel like we haven't left the house in months!
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