Relaxing on the couch

Winter Fun

We've gotten ALOT of snow so far this year and finally have had a chance to get out and play in it a little. Since it takes about an hour to bundle up little missy, we try and make the most of our time outside.

Riding in her new backpack!

Posing on her sled...check out YouTube for sledding video.

Bundled up for Holiday Lights...she looks cozy, but don't forget it's about 17 degrees outside!

Xmas 2009

Xmas was especially fun this year with Lauren able to really enjoy her presents.  We did two Xmas celebrations, one in Dallas on 12/20 and one in Denver w/ Granny Jane on the 25th (still waiting for pics from Dallas). We all had a wonderful day and enjoyed a delicious meal of roast chicken w/ bread sauce, one of James's favorite dishes. 

Xmas Eve story and a bottle...a wonderful tradition :)

Lauren playing with her See and Say!

Zoe enjoying Lauren's new Dora couch...made herself right at home :)

Lauren opening her big present from Granny of a wonderful rocking horse...check out our YouTube sight for some "riding" video.

Lauren's First Birthday Party...take 1!

Lauren had her "Denver" birthday party on Sunday. Her Granny Jane was here from New Zealand to help celebrate.

Not quite sure what this boxy looking thing is on her high chair.

Starting to get into the good stuff....

Full on icing mess!!  Please tell me who thought black icing for bumble bees on a baby's birthday cake was a good idea. 

Following her cake coma....a little relaxing with her friends on the couch.  Ben is 4 weeks younger than Lauren and Emily is 6 weeks younger.  Lauren gave them some good tips on how to get the good stuff for your birthday :)

Opening presents with the gang.  All the other kids were a great help and even volunteered to test drive Lauren's new toys for her!

Lauren pushing Darla around on her new Mickey airplane.  It was quite the hit!

Lauren Meets Santa

Lauren met Santa this week and needless to say was not impressed.  My mom says it's something about the beard, but whatever it was, one look at the old man and she lost it.  Oh well, maybe next year!











Got some great pics while waiting for Santa though!

Somebody is quite the little poser :)