For us Christmas is a week long affair. Jeremy and I come from large families and getting everyone together is important to both sides. As result, we've gotten into the habit of celebrating three times: once in Iowa with my family, once just us at home, and once with Jeremy's family.
Our first celebration this year was with my family in Iowa. It was a great a visit. We stayed with my sister Sarah and her family. Ten years ago Sarah was headed down a pretty rough road so now it's extra sweet to spend time with her and her beautiful family. My heart bursts with happiness and pride when I see the lovely life she's created for herself and how dedicated and selfless she is as a mom. It's a funny feeling when you start to "look up" to your younger sister.
I would have liked to have taken more pictures but here are few moments we did capture on film.
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| while we there my littlest sister, angel, got baptized! |
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little lady adores her oldest cousin, aubry, and sat
shockingly still as aubry did her hair and nails |
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| girl cousins: aubry, isabell, & little lady |
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uncle james and the boys. the boys are engrossed in a christmas movie.
it's hilarious how animated they are while watching television. |
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| snow play |
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| gift opening aftermath |
Light Sabers!
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