December so far

The kids are very excited for Christmas this year, especially Max. I wanted to jot down what we've done this month to celebrate the pending holiday.

I took the kids to see the reindeer at Swanson's Nursery.

We went to the Center House to see the holiday train.

Alicia and Loren took Max downtown for a special evening at the Westlake carousel and Santa's House.

Alice picked out an adorable elf tree.

We had a big cookie party with neighbors and friends.

I'm planning on picking up an advent calendar to help Max count down the days.

This friday is a holiday party at his school! I'll be in California on a solo getaway, but Alice and Shawn will attend!

I'm sure Shawn will get them to do a few holiday things while I'm down in San Jose for 2 nights visiting my sister.

I am planning on taking Max out to buy a gift for Shawn, he always loves picking out stuff for him.

On Christmas we'll spend the morning just the four of us and then head out to my brother's place for dinner and fun with his family.

It's been so sweet this year to see Max's eyes light up with the excitement of Christmas.