We had a wonderful Christmas this year and we hope you did too! Gwen was so fun singing carols, opening presents, and getting into all the excitement. Santa is still not her thing, but at least we have picture where she is not crying :-). Our celebration of Christmas began Christmas Eve at Brad's Grandmother's house with all the Paynes. So many little kids this year made it so much fun! Santa paid a visit and added to all the excitement (for most of the kids, just not mine). So here is The Best of Awards for this year's Christmas:
The Best Santa Picture
Daddy stayed close by when Gwen went to sit near Santa.
The Best Snuggle Moment
Gwen snuggled with Grandmother for a bit before we had to go
After Grandmother's house, we headed to our next stop...Gram and Poppy's house! There the fun continued.
The Best For Speed
Joey did it again! He gave Gwen a personalized Dora Bike!
The Best Action Film
The Best Learning Tool
Ashley and Joey shared with Gwen the secrets of Purdue (the Pubs!) I am hoping she will be a slow learner!
The best Reaction
The Best Tea Party
Joey joined Gwen for her first tea party with her new tea set
The Best Awww Moment
Gram got her own gift from Gwen...can't reveal what it is yet...or Gammy would know!
The Best Display of Excitement
In the process of getting pjs on, Gwen got another burst of energy
The Best Christmas Morning
Gwen didn't even notice her big gift...her love of ornaments was too strong
The Best Smile
Gwen loved the music that this tree played and gave the cutest grin when it started to play
The Best Christmas
Gwen all dolled up (in a new dress) to head to the Tempel Christmas party.
This Christmas was wonderful and we want to say "Thank you" to everyone for making it that way. We can't wait to continue the celebration this week as we head to Chicago to spend time with the Caseys :-)
