A Magical Christmas Whirl Wind

Even though this trip was short,

it was so worth every second!!

4 days in St. George
4 days in SLC
and a few travel days

It all started on the 23rd we flew into Vegas late that night

We saw Santa in the airport. he was on his lunch break but he was kind enough to take a few pictures. Colter didn't know what to think at first, but then he snuggled right up in his fur and got quite comfy. He was a very Jolly Santa.

Christmas Eve

 we "all" acted out the nativity this year, last minute throw together but it turned out great and it was so much fun!! Im so glad we recorded it, there are some priceless moments. Kids make all of Christmas more fun. Benson and Rylee were Mary and Joseph and Colter was supposed to be Baby Jesus, but he didn't want any part of it. The rest of us were wise men, shepherds, sheep, angels, the narrator, singers and whatever else we came up with.

Santa's Little Helpers..... giving out Christmas Eve PJ's

(one of my favorite traditions)

Feeding the Raindeer......all over

Christmas Day

We had to wake the Kids up Christmas morning, we started at about 9...it was nice to be able to sleep in a bit.... who am i kidding our 'sleep in' days are over since Colter has blessed our lives. We did "Santa" and stockings, the kids got a TON of stuff and were over opening presents. so it worked out perfect, we took a break, ate breakfast and went to church, hung out, took naps and then started it ALL back up again. 

 

 Nothing like the pure JOY and EXCITEMENT of kids on Christmas morning

 Colter got a little overwhelmed and over stimulated...it was really cute/sad
he is use to a very quiet house with just the three of us.

Cousin LOVE

 We attempted to take some Family Pictures

we did pretty good

only a few tears were shed

Fabulous food of course

the entire time!!  

 

we spent the next two days enjoying our time together, relaxing, eating, playing games, doing pilates, boys went shooting their guns, we got spoiled!! being all together was great!! it was more than we could have ever asked for. 

thanks M&D

Love you all!!!

Then we were off to SLC

We blessed Colter James on the 28th

We did it at Landon's parents house, it was wonderful. We had our entire families and some close friends. Landon did an amazing job and gave Colter a beautiful Blessing. Thank you to everyone who came and shared this special occasion with us.

{it was perfect and we want to do all our blessings at home}

{Isaac is sitting in for Max}

{The Buies}

{Sophie and Colter}

We spent the next four days catching up with friends and hanging out with family. Its never quite long enough to fit everything in, but we did a pretty good job seeing as many people as we could, even if it was for a quick minute. Landon was bummed that there wasnt ANY snow so he couldnt hit the slopes. We managed to fill every minute of every day. Thanks to everyone for making so wonderful.

Colter put on a little show for Grandma and Grandpa Great they loved it, and we always love spending time with them. I'm so glad that we were able to spend some time with them.

lovin on Colter boy 

Oliver was fascinated with Colter it was so dang cute. he just couldnt get enough of him. probably because they have the same "parts"

"colter has different parts then my baby sophie, hers dont look like that" -Ollie

Cameron Family Challenge

this has become a very fun and competitive family tradition. of course its not just about winning... there are cash prizes people. we walked away very happy with ourselves and 20 bucks richer. we had a wonderful time, as always!! i thought i look more pictures (always happens) resolution: take more pictures!!

Happy New Year

Three years ago on new years eve, this amazing man got down on one knee......

best thing that has ever happened to me.  love you L

twas the nights before christmas

We had our own little Christmas the night of the 22nd {because we were leaving to go to Utah on the 23rd.} It was lovely even in the middle of the mess and chaos trying to get ready to leave town. Landon is so thoughtful and full of surprises {as always} he spoils me!! someday I will surprise him huge (and i'll try not to ruin it) I love our home filled with Christmas Spirit, it truly is my most favorite time of the year, if only it could shortly be followed by some sunshine and 80 degrees. Santa was very good to us this year, bringing us a little early Christmas Miracle. There is nothing more we could have ever hoped for, than this little bundle of joy. we had so much fun with him, even though he had no idea what was going on, but he sure was happy!!! We are so excited for the many Christmases to come. I wish I could find words to explain how I feel..... overwhelmed with joy and love, excitement and fulfillment. There is no love in the world, like the love you have for your own baby and i am so grateful to be able to experience all of it.  

 {one post at a time, I'm trying my hardest to get all of Christmas posted before January has ended}

Three Months

1-5-12 = 3 months old

check out those steal baby blues

poor tiny has a rash from his head to his toes

{but we just got the miracle cream, and it is just that}

went to the doctor (to get the cream) he weighs 12 lbs

he is laughing a ton (especially at his dad)

starting to play with his toys, or showing interest in them

jabbering a ton (its so dang cute)

still eating, as you can see, and sleeping great

(minus a few set backs, the rash and traveling out west)
eats about every 4 hours and sleeps 6+ hour stretches at night

he did awesome on his first plane ride, he was the quite the hit

it is very clear that he knows his mom and dad (love it)

he is strong. the doctor was very impressed

he loves to stand and push up from sitting, he gets really excited.

he is not quite sure how he feels about tummy time

he is the light of our lives, and although exhausting,

these have been  the greatest and most fulfilling three months of our lives.

we love love love our Colter Boy