Christmas 2013

This year's Christmas was simple and wonderful. The boys' wish lists were taped to the fireplace weeks in advance and among the top items were skateboards, Beyblades, Nerf guns, and a BB gun. Thankfully, Santa was selective with his gifts.

The long-awaited "long board."

This kid can chew some gum. Oh, and don't mind the blood splatter on his face -- bloody nose during the night. 

Santa thought a Nerf bow and arrow set was much more cool. 

Coolest Christmas present - "Raspberry" the turtle. (Evan named him)

It was a happy morning. 

We had to wake Vivian up so she could come out at the same time as the boys. She caught on really quickly. 

The aftermath shot. Pretty pleased at just the right amount of gifts. 

A wonderful surprise from Grandma Soon & Papa -- their very own computer.  

Grant's handmade present. So sweet (it was a calendar). I believe the picture is of a bear?

A Christmas morning tradition - monkey bread!

This kid was ready for her nap!

A formal set Christmas dinner table - a first for our family of 5!

Evan's new favorite game, which made me smile as I have awesome memories of playing this with my cousin Josh when I was little. 

Christmas was exhausting for Dad & Pip, too.