It's the most wonderful time of the year!
It was so indescribably glorious to talk to Daxon this year.
I loved that I had all my other kids with me this year.
I loved that we were in Idaho.
I loved how magnificent Daxon looked and sounded.
He spoke some Farsi to us all and mentioned he
misses some of his hobbies but not us too much.
I think that makes me happy, LOL .
I am thankful for the blessing it is to be a missionary mom.
I really struggled when Alyssa left. I actually remember a phase at
the beginning being very angry that she was gone. It is surprising to
watch how with each missionary family member that goes,
your testimony grows.
BEST CHRISTMAS PRESENT EVER!
WE love you DAXON.
I LOVE the joy that fills this little girls entire
being, when it comes to the holidays.
This year her time is often
consumed with baking shows.
Ashlynn monopolizes our
kitchens time, with her baking projects.
She was not disheartened when the
majority of her Christmas presents involved baking gifts.
Riley felt the sting of being an adult this year. His mom
told Santa to bring him practical gifts for college. Pots, pans,
place settings, Knives, bedding, ya know all the things boys love to receive LOL
Britton and JD have been loving the shooting
pass and ammo santa brought them.
Britton displays real talent when
it comes to using firearms:).
JD claims it is because he is the teacher.
Jake bought Alyssa this foot spa. Ashlynn was
pretty sure santa forgot to bring her one also.
Britton was beyond happy to be given the new Madden game.
I really do not love the Xbox and I have tried to get rid of it many times.
In fact, I told the boys I did not want them to have the XBox one.
They did not like that answer. I picked Britton and Daxon up from the mall
one day and the two of them had bought it. I am pretty strict about the games they play and the amount of time they are on it. The boys assure me, I need to lighten up. Studies show the smartest people play video games and that they are great for improving homewark skills:).
Britton and Ashlynn were in heaven about the fact
that Jake went outside to play the snow with them.
The day after Christmas we all headed to
Scott's cabin in Island Park.
Without exception the cabin will inevitably bring
joy, happiness and a good times to everyone.
Scott and Raelynn are so thoughtful and generous to
let us all enjoy being together at the cabin.
Playing Nertz is a favorite pastime at the cabin.
Eating is a 24 hour event, that we all love!
Going on walks in the winter and the summer
is also a favorite pastime at the cabin.
It was fun watching Mark toss
Alyssa in the snow this year.
One of Alyssa's favorite
things to do is go for walks.
HA HA HA
Grant is so cute.
It was fun to be at the cabin in the winter.
I loved the way it changed the dynamics.
In the summer you don't see much of the younger kids.
They are outside and on the go.
In the winter everyone is inside a little more.
It is fun to witness all the little personalities.
Tired or not, we all get up for breakfast.
It is delicious, everyday!
One day Scott tossed Ashlynn in the snow, she had is coming!!!
I was beyond impressed with the fight she gave him.
That girl is tough as nails.
As you can see they are still friends:).
Gotta love pictures of cute kids and snow.
Owen is such a little love bug. Always grinning
from ear to ear. He is so tender and sweet.
I love this picture.
Everyone was at the
cabin this year, except Travis, who is on a mission.
I feel very blessed that I get
to be a part of this group!
IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE!
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