New Years Eve

I swear it is non-alcoholic!!

New Years shouldn't arrive without confetti!

A friendly game of Mafia....or maybe not so friendly.

Proof that boys never grow up.

Wii Just Dance for the kids...and Jenn.

....and it wouldn't be a party without a chocolate fountain!!

Christmas Day

So we totally slacked and didn't take pictures in the morning. We did film it, but no still pictures. Oops. In the evening we go to Grandma and Grandpa's to eat dinner and exchange cousin gifts.

Austin is so thoughtful. He made that for Larry, and gave bells to Irene.

Operation from JoJo. Get it? Me and Operation? Pretty funny!

The kids eagerly awaitng more presents.

This girl loves her some Hello Kitty!

Christmas Eve, part 2

We always open PJs on Christmas Eve, and a family game. Then we play and hang out until bed. So quiet and fun. Maybe not so quiet, but very laid back. This year we got Hi Ho Cherry-O. I love my little family, and how much fun we have together.

Tiffany's cat Stretch. They LOVED him.

Self family photo!!

It is a little scary how well Katie can tweak her eyes.

Christmas Eve

We always do Christmas Eve lunch at Chili's, then off to a movie. Table for 30!!

Katie meets Isaac

@ the hospital in Salt Lake with RSV

first bath

5 months

Isaac @ 3 months

Texas

We went to the Waco zoo, and it was right before feeding time. This Lion was roaring so loudly, it was creepy to think that it was only glass between him and us. It was the coolest thing.

Both of my parents have their birthday in October. We got to celebrate Dad's and be there for my Mom's.

Isaac loves his Papa.

Katie and my Mom are so cute together. I love how they have bonded.

Katie LOVED Bruno.

I love going to Texas, and had so much fun. Thanks Mom and Dad for making everything so special.

Emma

Jonny and his princess Emma


My twin brother Jonny has a little girl named Emma. She is 5 years old, and was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes a little over a year ago. Please check out their family blog and read what Emma and her family go through. They are raising money for a cure. Even if you can't donate, read about it. Become a little more informed in case it happens to you or someone you know. I promise you, you will be in awe of little Emma. I know I am. Knowing what Amanda and Jonny do as parents makes me feel daunted for them. That just isnt even the word for it. The responsibilty and constant awareness that they not only live with, but make it look effortless. It is incredible. So please, check it out and do what you can!! Thank you!