Christmas in California

So this year for Christmas we headed out to my parents house in California. We were excited to be together as a family. Hailey finally got to meet all of her aunts and uncles on my side. (Although I think the only one she hadn't met yet was Julie.) 

Hanging out with her Uncle Rob

Even though she will not remember it we got her a stocking Christmas morning. She was still a little tired, but here she is. 

 

 The excitement was just too much to handle... passed out Christmas morning with her new toys.

While we were out in California one day we headed up to Los Angeles. We visited the Getty which is probably one of my favorite places in LA. The architecture is amazing. Also there is some wonderful artwork that is there, more than you can ever see in a day. And last but not least, it's free. Seriously doesn't get any better than that. If you are ever in LA you'll have to make it a point to stop by.

 

 

While in LA we also made it a point to stop by and see the Los Angeles Temple. They have recently redone the visitors center there and it's pretty amazing.

Ugly Sweater

If you ask for an Ugly Sweater that is what you will get. Dan had an 'ugly sweater' day at work. We didn't have one or have time to get one, but I have time to make one. Pretty good handy work if I do say so myself... and really very ugly.

Christmas Treats

So one of my favorite traditions is to make treats at Christmas time to deliver to friends and neighbors. This year I decided to make a couple of the old staples that I know I like, but also to try something new. I made a batch of English Toffee and I also made some Cinnamon Popcorn. These are probably two of my favorite treats and since I always taste test the treats before I give them away, why not make something I like. I also decided to try some Lime Meltaway cookies. They were delicious, but I'm a sucker for anything citrus.

Dan and I also made gingerbread house for our FHE (Family Home Evening) activity one night. It was fun to create them. Dan even a miniature replica of his truck.

And of course a special Christmas treat for you from Hailey.

So Content

Since Hailey is a little baldy I like to but headbands in her hair. I don't get as many people telling me that I have such a cute son that way. Although I'm often surprised at how many people still tell me I have a cute son when SHE is wearing pink and has a headband on. Anyways I realize that I have been greatly blessed with a very content baby. I was getting something ready in the one morning and came back to this...

From the picture you can see that she is just smiling and laughing about the fact that she can't see. She really is such a wonderful baby and has been an amazing blessing in our lives. 

I know that this is from a while ago, but I still think it's adorable. This is when she just started to make little happy noises. Now she just squeals.

Family Picture

So glad that when we meet up with my brother and sister-in-law around Thanksgiving time they were able to take some family pictures for us. Thanks guys!

PS Uncle Rob you did an excellent job at getting Hailey to smile.

Hailey- 2 Months

So first I just want to say that I realize that this post is REALLY late, but more than anything I just want a place to post this information so that I remember it.

Here are the stats from her two month doctors appointment:

• Weight: 11 lbs 1 oz (75%)
• Height: 24 1/2 inches (above 95%)

So she continues to be our little lean bean. She is an angel (she just isn't very happy about having her picture taken here). She is sleeping 7 to 8 hours during the nights. Loves to play with mom and dad. We are starting to see her little personality shine through. I love her more and more each day.