Holiday Happenings

First, I must say:  Phew...where has the last month gone?!!  I swear the days went by so fast it's all a blur.  And thus I have TONS of catching up to do on these blog posts.  

December was a busy month for John and I.  We had TONS of excitement in the air since we got to celebrate a baby blessing, find out we are having a GIRL in May, celebrate multiple Christmases, our own little family Christmas on the day of, then head to Sarah's and celebrate with John's side, and then head to Springfield to celebrate with my side the following day, ring in the New Year with John's family, and lastly but not leastly, head to Hawaii the day after to celebrate our first year anniversary.  So...in an effort to document all of the events for future posterity.....you get to hear all about our fun!!

Christmas day was so much fun.  It's entertaining (and yes...a bit embarassing) to see how much two grown adults can enjoy such a holiday even when there aren't any kids around.  Even at 30 years old, I actually had the Christmas jitters the night before and could hardly sleep in anticipation for what Santa would soon be delivering.   

John and I actually set a budget this year (unlike last year, as newlyweds, where we gifted each other with EVERYTHING).  One interesting fact we learned as we compared our "1st Christmas" with our "2nd Christmas" - was that this year our gifts were definitely more meaningful and thoughtful for each other.  Just what we both wanted.  Granted our first year Christmas was also in the midst of our wedding plans so even though it was busy it was still great too.  

Anyway, one of the things I got was my blog in a book! :D  Just so you know, I don't necessarily keep up our blog just for viewer entertainment....although I'm not complaining if you enjoy yourselves here.  The more the merrier.  My main reason for writing this blog is so that we have some kind of journal/document/proof that we once existed etc.  I'm HORRIBLE at journal writing so this is as good as it gets...for right now at least.  So for those who didn't know you can put your blog in a book, feel free to hit me up and I'll tell you how.....er let John tell you how since he was the one that did it.

Anyway, after our lil family Christmas together, we packed up and headed to Sarah's to enjoy a delicious meal and fun games.  Again, Sarah is a wonderful hostess, even though I'm sure she's sick of seeing our faces about now since we've been entertained by her three times in the last two months.  I thoroughly enjoy my in-laws and their family get together's since it's so laid back and crazy and relaxing all at the same time.  We are expanding our festivities into the gaming arena and it's proving quite entertaining.  Catchphrase is a fast growing favorite as we all come away with aching bellies from all the laughter.  (Yes we point and laugh at each other.....a lot.)  Apparently everyone has their own interpretation of how to play the game and it changes every time.

After Christmas, John and I headed to Willard to celebrate with my family for the weekend.  It too, was a nice relaxing time.  Ashlyn (my niece) was definitely living it up with all the attention from the adults since sadly Kayley and Cora were celebrating with their other family.  She was hamming it up the whole time and was adorable while doing it.  We exchanged presents and vegged the whole weekend.  Which included a trip to the movies to see "Yes Man" (I only give it one thumb up - and barely that for those who are curious).

New Years was nice and low-key...once again returning to our party planner Sarah's house.  We snacked on yummy food, visited, played games, and laughed some more.  The festivities ended before the official ball drop but John and I still watched a bit of it before we went to bed anyway.

  Anyway, all in all it was a GREAT holiday celebration and we had a blast!