This year we spent Christmas in Seattle, our first with the kids. We got a Christmas tree, and one evening we all pitched in to decorate it.
Jeff's parents came out to visit us for about a week at Christmas-time, and the kids loved all the extra attention from their grandparents. Their presence definitely helped make the holiday feel special!
While we don't make a big fuss about Santa, Jadyn picked up quite a bit of Santa information at school from her friends and just from living and breathing in the U.S. She had Joseph saying "Santa" before the big day. They both were excited about Christmas morning. Here's Joseph brushing his teeth on Christmas Eve, and Jadyn reading a note from Santa first thing on Christmas morning.
There were many, many presents to open, and it turned into an all-day affair, with breaks for coffee (for the adults), a big brunch, and Joseph's nap. Here are a few photos of the kids opening gifts and playing with new toys.
The new set of play-doh was a huge hit for both kids. They played well on their own with this for a good 45 minutes to an hour after all the gifts had been opened. At bed time, they both looked a little zombie-ish, staring at the TV, Joseph in a new set of pjs, and Jadyn in her new robe.
The fun continued in the ensuing days, with puzzles and playing in Jadyn's new rain boots.
We had great fun all Christmas week, including a trip to Wild Lights at the Zoo with our dear friend and neighbor Cleo -- what a cute photo with the Otter!
And just before we bid farewell to 2013, Joseph got his first haircut. It was time. His curls were so cute -- for about 12 hours after a fresh washing, and then they started to look pretty shaggy. He didn't cry at all, but he didn't really sit still for it, either. Jenny took Jadyn and Joseph for trim together, so they both began the new year lookin' sharp!
Hope your 2014 is off to a great start! We're heading into birthday season, so stay tuned for more fun photos, coming soon.
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