Christmas catchin' up.....

To keep you on your toes, this entry is written backward (chronologically). So scroll to the bottom and read up.... I wanted to spice things up, plus I downloaded the pics forgetting about the order and didnt want to spend an hour rearranging them.


Riley (being into princesses and dress up) got
a purple renaissance-ish gown she affectionately
refers to as Princess Jasmine. My offer of Princess
Grape was not an option she said. She also got this
pink car to drive at Gammy and Papa's. They have
this super long driveway (like my grandparents did)
that is perfect for lots of long drives and strolls.


New Year's was a blast. We were at Jarrett's
parents all week. The only family member not present
was Samson. Riley had her first experience
with firecrackers and loved them. Aunt Michelle and
Riley playing with sparklers in the backyard.


Kelsey and Jacob battling over a lion push toy.
Jacob was chivalrous and allowed her to steal
it every time.


Jarrett with Riley and Jacob (our nephew).


Snow White got a princess tricycle and absolutely loves it.


Daddy and his girlies. Kelsey is riding on her new
Zebra toy that "whinnies" and makes horsey noises. I haven't
spent much time around zebras, but aren't they fairly
silent?


One of Riley's gifts was the Snow White outfit. It
came out of the box, went on her body until we went
to Nana and Grandad's hours later. It likes to make
daily appearances now. Needless to say, she is in the
"Disney princess" stage. Kelsey got this little play
table that keeps her pre-occupiedfor hours. She is
our dancer. The table has brought her rhythm out
and it is hysterical. Snow White joined her at
the table to make a quick call.


One day I will remind sweet Riley how excited she
used to get over princess jammies - ahhh the simpler times.


A little breakfast before church (Sunday before
Christmas so they were sporting their matching
Santa dresses)


Kelsey loves shoes (we went with the black pair
to match mommy and sister)