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30 December 2011

Christmas in Mesa wonderland

Christmas is always my favorite day of the year and 2011 was no exception. Our holiday was absolutely perfect. I say it every year, but this year we had the best Christmas ever! We spent the majority of the holiday with the Skousen family. Because we were in Kansas for Christmas last year, we were especially excited to have a nice warm holiday in the "Mesa wonderland."

We had a great time at the Skousen Christmas Eve party. Grandpa Dick famously played his accordion, there was a talent show, nativity, delicious food, gift exchanging and family fun.




We went back home and opened matching Christmas pajamas. There is nothing better than new jammies on Christmas Eve. I love having these cute sisters to match with!


We woke up early Christmas morning and opened presents. We were seriously spoiled! It is so fun to be with Rachel on Christmas morning and see her excitement about her gifts and letter from Santa Claus. We had a yummy breakfast together and quickly got ready for church. Celebrating Christmas on Sunday made the holiday extra special. We were able to focus on the Savior and the real reason for Christmas. We were able to feel the Spirit through beautiful words and music. It was great to be together with the whole family.


 

 

After church we spent some time with my family and opened presents. This is the last Christmas with Cole we will have for two years! I can't believe it. I definitely soaked it all in and enjoyed having my entire family together. This year was especially fun because we all picked out gifts for each other. Normally mom and dad do all the shopping but this year the kids were given money to buy presents. It was so much fun! I got so excited to see the look on their faces as they opened the gifts I picked out. Ryan is the best gift giver and always comes up with sweet surprises and keeps me on my toes. There is nothing like being in love on Christmas! 

Cole's wrapping job had to be the funniest part of the day. Everything was in multiple boxes and wrapped haphazardly. 



{Cole admiring his new book}

We went to Grandma Donna's for Christmas dinner where we had a cousin gift exchange and also opened presents from grandma. It was perfect to spend time with family and celebrate the birth of our Savior.

I am so sad to see this holiday season go! This Christmas was definitely one to remember.

2 comments:

  1. this post is adorable. it made me wish i was there with you!! let's get together as soon as daron and i get back :) and it was so wonderful celebrating Christmas sunday! right?? love.

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  2. Beautiful family! I especially love the pic of your grandpa :)

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