14 Reasons Why I love You

This year I implemented a countdown to Valentine's day. On day 4 we were to tell each other 14 reasons why I love you. I sent Adam my list via text. They were each carefully thought out and I thought they were very sweet. Adam sent me four reasons via text and said I would get the rest later. As we were alone sitting at the dinner table he verbally went through the reasons counting down on his fingers. I don't know how many he recited because by the time he got to reason # 8 I didn't hear anything else.

REASON #8: You try to be neat and organized but you are NOT. I love that about you.

I just sat there with my mouth open. I think by the look on my face he felt he needed to say something. "The house is always clean! I just love that you try to be neat and organized but you're not."

I just want everyone to know that he is still alive.

Happy NEW Year!

We headed to Arizona for the new year. I knew we wouldn't get another chance until this summer to visit. I can't imagine Arizona in June. HOT! We were so excited to visit the Quinn's and meet all their friends and celebrate this new YEAR. We had so much fun! New Year's Eve was such a blast. We played games, ate great food and enjoyed every one's company. We also loved their traditional Rocket launches on New Year's Day. Donelle and I were able to get our toes done too. We saw the Temple lights and enjoyed going through one of the Family displays they offer. They also offer some of the best BBQ there in Arizona. I am still dreaming of it! I wish I would have brought my camera to the Organ Stop Pizza place. What a neat place! Todd talks about it all the time and wants to know when we can go back. We miss the Quinn's terribly but know they are back HOME with friends and family abundantly around them.

New Year's Eve

Playing some Great games

Hanging out while watching the rockets
Reagan doing her part.

Yay! Todd got one!

The Cactus Patch at the Mesa Temple

Todd's favorite

Killebrew & Quinn kids

Layton's First Christmas

Layton slept through Santa Claus. Here is a shot of him after with his new clothes on.

We all LOVE this little guy so much!

Christmas Magic!

Our stockings were hung in hopes that Saint Nick soon would be here!

Photos with Santa.
My mom made that Santa when she was pregnant with me.

Proof that Santa has been here!

The Night Before Christmas

We have always let Todd and Reagan open up something on Christmas Eve. It was a tradition started with my family. We have been giving pajamas every year so they have new pj's to sleep in for Christmas. I stole an idea from a friend on using paint buckets to "wrap" them in. Adam said they have bigger buckets at Home Depot so I think I will use those for next year. I still think it turned out pretty cute.

We also let them open their new pillow & pillowcase that Momo & Papa gave them.

Layton enjoyed himself too!

We ended the evening reading from the Scriptures the beautiful story of Christ's birth. We sang some songs and let Reagan pass out her bells to sing, "Christmas bells are ringing". We tucked the kids into bed and waited for Santa to arrive.

Christmas Eve *The Snow*

It started snowing

and snowing

until it looked like this!
Todd jumping on the trampoline.

Christmas Eve *With Hunter and Ryan*

We were all so excited to have Hunter and Ryan come and stay a night with us. Adam had taken both boys to get new shoes for Christmas. Ryan needed shoes for basketball so that is what he chose. Hunter got himself a new pair of black Etnies with lime green soles. Interesting fact: Both the boys have the same shoe size, a size two.

Hunter sporting his new Etnies.

Before they left for home we had a few gifts for them to open.

A little help from Reagan.

All decked out with his new skateboard.

Ryan received a fishing pole,an "Ugly Stick" to be exact.

Wii games!

*Letters to SANTA*

Santa,

I have been good this year. I want a dog for Christmas. Do you think I have been good or bad? I want bumblebee slippers. I want batman slippers. And a new bumblebee toy. I want a whole box of Pokemon cards. I put a Pokemon card inside the tree so you would know what a Pokemon card looks like. That is all of it. I love you Santa Claus.

Love,
Todd Killebrew
Age 5


Dear Santa,

Todd is writing this letter for Reagan. She would like a Barbie. A new baby boy doll because she already has girl doll. A new Dora set. It is a hand dryer, a brush and a comb. Reagan was scared of you last year but now she is not.

Love,
Reagan
Age 2


Dear Santa,

How are you and Mrs. Claus? Layton has been a very good baby this year. I melt when he smiles and get that twinkle in my eye when he coos at me. For Christmas Layton would like some new clothes he is already growing out of all his 3 month old clothes. He could also use some new batteries for his swing. If it wouldn’t be too much trouble Layton could also use a new high chair. Thanks Santa! We always look forward to your arrival.

Love,
Layton and his Mommy

Dear Santa,

Sunday ~ The Killebrew Christmas Party

Momo and Papa won't be here for Christmas because they will be on a cruise instead. So, we had our Christmas party early. We had the kids bring a movie to trade for each family. We got Monster & Aliens. I think we have seen it twice today! For the adults the theme was My Favorite Things. It turned out really well. Nobody guessed mine. It was Love Spell lotion and Grapelicous lip gloss from Victoria's Secret. Adam's was a no brainer. He brought a hunting magazine and some knives. All the grandkids got a Chia pet except for the babies. Peyton and Layton received teddy bears. Sorry kiddos, but you have to wait until Christmas to get the rest of your presents.

Again, there was so much wonderful food! We had tamales! I am so THANKFUL for family. Tom and Sherry were fortunate to have ALL of their children there with their families.

Tom and Sherry opening their gifts

Peyton trying to "love on" Layton

Peyton really wanted Layton's bear instead of his

Ethan, Justin and Owen holding their Chia pets

My Todd

Miss Reagan

Layton and his teddy bear

Anna and Peyton, Kirchners too

All the FAMILY gathered together

Saturday

We had our 1st Annual Pajama Pancake breakfast. I learned a few things:
1.) Kids get up earlier than me. I should have and will plan it earlier next year.
2.) Adam is such a great asset in the kitchen. Whatever crazy idea I come up with, he is there making it happen.
3.) We are going to make it even better next year.

Thanks everyone for coming!

*I forgot to take pictures. Can you believe it?

Friday

We were all up early running around to head out the door to get to Ethan's baptism. It was such a sweet experience to see him and his dad all in white. Thanks Ethan, for being such a great example to not only your brothers but to your little cousins as well.

After the baptism we had a wonderful lunch. The kids were able to play and get all their energy out.

That night we headed to down town Fort Worth for The Parade of Lights. Adam prepared hot chocolate and popcorn for everyone. I thought it started at 6:30. Wrong-O. It started at 6:00. We barely got there in time. We were lucky enough to get all the kids into a sweet spot. I love this parade! We have been for three years in a row now. My favorite part was the Elvis's on motorcycles and the floats that had SNOW. Todd was so excited that Justin came over to spend the night. That had a blast!

Thanksgiving Day

This year for Thanksgiving we had something planned everyday.

Papa & Grandkids

Aunt Kathy

Mario

Aunt Anna, Layton, Peyton, Aunt Michelle

Getting it ALL ready

The food was so good! Thanks Momo and Papa for having us ALL there for Thanksgiving lunch and dinner. We were also so happy to have Ashley and Katie over for a sleepover.

Decorating the Tree

I love how the little ones decorate the tree. As you can see Todd placed all three BLUE ornaments together.
P.S. I love the slight shot of Reagan in her undies.

Halloween Eve & Halloween Night

We have had a busy two days of costumes and candy.

Friday night

We went to Trunk or Treat at church. It was really cold that evening. Todd and Reagan didn't care! Layton was warm and snuggled up in his carrier asleep. We took pictures before we left.

Darth Vader

Alice in Wonderland

The Cutest Tiger Ever

All Together: Alice, Darth & Mr. Bones

Halloween Night


We started the evening off eating dinner at the Quinn's house. We made spider web pizzas and crusty mummies with hot dogs.

After that we met up with a few more friends and off we went running through the neighborhood trick or treating. The kids had so much fun! It is always such a treat to see your kids so excited! Next year, our little Layton will be walking the streets with us. Kids really do make the holidays special.

Todd and Reagan

Until next year... Happy Halloween!