Aubrey's 1st Piano Recital

Aubrey played in her first recital yesterday December 19, 2009. She played, "We Wish You A Merry Christmas" and "Away in A Manger." Her first lesson was September 23rd. She played the songs perfectly, I was so proud. Especially since she has only had the pieces for 2 weeks. She loves piano and is doing very well.

Derek's company Christmas Party

We went to Log Haven in Millcreek Canyon for the EchoPass annual Christmas party. It was amazing as always, the food was incredible. Our appetizers were a Crab Cake (mine), and Calamari ( Derek's) his was the actual calamari (squid in full not breaded and Fried just boiled or steamed), We had a fancy salad after that, then I had fillet Mignon with mashed potatoes and red beets, Derek had Bison with mashed potatoes and Brussels sprouts, then for dessert my favorite Creme' Brulee and Derek had an amazing chocolate dessert. They also had the live band and the casino gaming. It was a great party!

Kimberly's Preschool Program

Kimberly was so cute she was one of Santa's toys a building block and her line was, "We love the little drummers." They sang so many cute songs it was an adorable program.

Aubrey's school prgram

Aubrey did an awesome job in her Christmas program. She was a reindeer and her line was, "We should be tolerant and understanding." As they welcomed a new elf "Elfis" to the North Pole. It was so cute!

SNOW DAY

Making Gingerbread cookies

We all had a lot of fun making gingerbread cookies and Derek even carved out his own large gingerbread man!

HAPPY THANKSGIVING

We had Thanksgiving with Derek's family at our home this year. My mom had Thanksgiving on Friday at her home to accommodate my brother's schedule. We had a very good time on both days and the food was delicious!

Our new niece Eliza!

Eliza Poppy McGregor was born on September 28, 2009 at 5:45pm.
What a cutie! We can't wait to hold her and squeeze her cute baby cheeks!

Mama’s Holiday Wish List Meme


Todays Mama and Provo Craft are giving away a sleighful of gifts this holiday season and to enter I’m sharing this meme with you.


1. What 5 items are on your holiday wish list this year?
* This year I want most for my kids wishes to come true.
* Health and Happiness
* Paint the kitchen
* Perfume and/or sweatshirt
* BOB Jogging Stroller


2. What is your favorite handmade gift you have received?
* necklace


3. What handmade gift have you always wanted to tackle?
* blankets for my kids and my nieces and nephews

4. What was the best Christmas gift you received as a child?

* there were lots, a MY CHILD doll, and my CORNSILK CABBAGE PATCH

5. What items are on your kid’s wish list this year?
* Kimberly wants a new play kitchen
* Aubrey so far American Girl doll clothes
* Carson will probably be happy with anything loves his choo-choo


6. What is your favorite holiday food?
* candied pecans & hot chocolate


7. What will you be hand-crafting for the holidays?
* not sure yet


8. What is your favorite holiday movie?
* Home Alone
* The Holiday


9. Favorite holiday song?
* Santa Claus is comin' to town.


10. Favorite holiday pastime?
* sledding!!!


Your turn! I'm tagging (and make it good!):
Anyone who wants to play along.

If you want to enter go to Todays Mama

HALLOWEEN FUN!

We had a great Halloween! The kids had a blast and we also had a lot of fun planning and hosting our family Halloween PARTY! Here's to another great year!

Pumpkins and Costumes at School

OUR LITTLE GIRLS

Our Family October 2009

Daddy and Carson October 2009

October 2009

Aubrey's 7th Birthday

Our little girl had her 7th birthday at Color Me Mine with her friends! She had a blast! We can't believe how fast the time is going, but we are definitely enjoying every minute even when Aubrey cries because she wants to wear flip flops on P.E. day instead of tennis shoes...it's a girl thing! She is an absolute joy in our home! We love you Aubrey and hope that all of your birthday wishes came true!