Wednesday, December 31, 2008

THIS WAS...

the best Christmas ever!!! The kids all say that every year which makes me so happy. I want Christmas to always have a special place in their hearts and for them to be able to look back at it as one of their fondest memories from childhood. This year was a little different for us because we went out to Las Vegas to meet up with my family and celebrate. I was hoping for some snow because they had some the week before but all we got was freezing cold. We stayed in a hotel this trip which made it tons of fun for the kids and we had just a wonderful time.

The day before we left we surprised the kids by opening the gifts from each other. I had to get a picture of them in their new pajamas handmade(the best kind) by Grandma Dunk.

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Our first night in Vegas we went to see the newly redone Mirage Volcano. It was so awesome!
They use all this fire that dances to the music.
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We always need to spend time at Bellagio, my favorite.
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There is of course the Christmas Eve tradition of new Pajamas.
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Christmas morning we were lucky enough to have Santa leave stockings for the kids in our hotel room and then it was off to Lynnette's house for a delecious breakfast and to see what gifts Santa left.
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Lately I can not seem to get a picture without Bryce looking like this.
Who needs presents when you hava a baba?
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In our family there is of course Santa Clause,
but we also have Papa Clause as he calls himself :) who made every kid even happier.
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It was a little break in some of our normal at home traditions but I would say our Vegas Christmas was extra special just being all together and doing lots of fun activities.
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3 comments:

Chelle said...

That looks so fun! You seriously have me considering it for next year. The decorations look so pretty! Are you back in town? Up for Disney next week?

Bonnie the Boss said...

You really have an adorable family!!!! What great family memories to be remembered.

Jess and Matt said...

Looks like you guys had a really nice Christmas! We also love to go see the water show at the Bellagio!


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