It was a crazy December!

We had so much fun at Christmas time this year. We started our Christmas Eve hanging out at my Mom and Dad's, the boys love playing with all the fun toys and with the swing set out back.

We then had a great time out at the Lake Mead Marina feeding the ducks and the carp. The carp are kinda' gross but the ducks are all different colors-although a little dangerous-Noah got nipped by one of them! Noah and Isaac still had a great time and then we went over to Boulder City and saw the bunnies and Sam and Garon played a little basketball with Noah.

Later that evening we all went over to Marcus and Susan's-they are always very gracious hosts. Yummy lasagna and grilled chicken were on the menu alond with lots of fresh veggies and fruits. Sheridan, Anya, Brian, CJ, Garon, Taylor, Alex, Noah, and Isaac had a great time in the playroom. 9 of the 15 Erling Grandchildren were there. Mom is still recuperating from her knee replacement,so had a quiet Christmas Eve at home with Skip and Dad.

Cameron, Garon and I actually slept in on Christmas Day and waited patiently, (not really), for the Earl Family, and CJ to come over to open presents. It was great fun, Noah loved opening the presents and Ikey played along, too. I think the kids were all very surprised and hope they had fun.

We were all able to spend the afternoon over at Heather and Dave's. They are always very welcoming and put up with the extended Hillstead Clan with class. There are about a million of us! The potluck food was delicious and it was good to see everyone. We missed Summer and her boys, but Stephanie and Pat were there with their adorable girls. Spring and Mike were there, too, with their adorable girls and grandchildren. We sure miss Nic and Ani, hope to see them soon. Mark and his family were here from Enoch, Utah. Mom and Dad were there, too!