White Christmas

As we were relaxing Christmas Eve and doing some last minute wrapping we noticed that it was snowing outside. For those that live in the frozen tundras of the west this might not be big news but here in the Midwest snow for Christmas is a hoped for occurrence. Just in case this was the only snow of the season we bundled Peter up in his snow suit and headed outside. (Lucky for us the snow stayed until after Christmas!) He wasn't very mobile in this bright yellow marshmallow suit but he was warm! Except for his hands since he wouldn't keep gloves on. But he was lucky enough to help dad clear the sidewalks.

And of course he had to make a stop at his flowers for a sniff.

That evening we had some food and goodies with friends then read the Christmas accounts and opened our ornaments from each other. Alan got me this beautiful glass globe that is painted on the inside by hand-it is beautiful!

Christmas morning we slept in, thanks to Peter waking up at 8 am! As Peter was brushing his teeth, he went to explore the new presents under the tree. He was especially curious about dad's big one. It made fun noises every time he touched the paper. ( I am still suprised that he did not touch the presents at all until we started unwrapping, I have a feeling next year will be different!)

We opened our stockings first and nibbled on our Christmas tradition of Panatone, oranges and chocolate. Peter was very intrigued by this big "sock" with goodies in it. His hat came out first and he insisted on wearing it. A book came next which he had to stop and read. And then the most treasured of all things, although you would not know that by his exclamation. (He still gets his words confused sometimes!)

After a short break, some breakfast for Peter, a shirt change (due to some chocolate I believe) and the addition of his tie we were on to the presents. At first he was hesitant since he has been told repeatedly that we do not tear paper, especially paper that looks like pictures in a book. But once he realized it was okay and that there were fun things inside he took a more active role. We were very blessed this Christmas by family and friends and Peter was more than happy to add to his growing collection of balls, cars, books, puzzles and toys.

Showing off his cowboy skills (thanks Gma and Gpa Jensen!)

It was a good thing we saved this present for last, as he sat and played for at least half an hour I think. We have a little builder on our hands! As long as he can learn some more patience we will be set. Every time it would fall or not do what he wanted he would get mad and start "yelling" at the blocks and occasionally the offensive block would go flying.

We had a wonderfully relaxing day spent together celebrating the birth of the Savior and spending time together as a family. We are so grateful for our many blessings and pray that everyone of you had a Merry Christmas as well.