The kids are growing up

Today was one of those days when you realize your kids are growing up fast.  We realized we would never have another kid in Nursery!  Lilly moved up to "big girl Primary".  She was a little nervous because she didn't know the songs but then found out she can hum the tune and that made her very excited.

Bridger showing off his lost tooth...

Lilly showing off her moves.

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First day of Primary for Lilly and Bridger moved on to the CTR 6 class.  One thing I know for sure is that these kids have moves.

Christmas

Christmas Eve started at 10:00 am and went ALL day.  We started at the Johnson's.  We had a fun get-to- know you game.  Bridger loved telling everyone about himself.  Grandma and Grandpa gave them the traditional PJ's

They also gave each kid one of their favorite treats that they got all to themselves.  Lilly was obviously happy about it.

All the grandkids: Carter, Brinlee, Austin, Jade, Aubrey, Bridger, Katelyn, Perry, Lilly and Baylee

We headed out to the Doman's where we celebrated uncle Ryan's birthday and then had the Christmas program.  We start with acting out the Christmas story.  Lilly insisted on being Mary...there was no question.

The cutest picture ever!

After the Christmas story, we sing Christmas carols and then play Hide the Thimble.  It's a family favorite. Lilly had her own version- hide the baby doll. 

Then it was back to the Johnson's for one of our own family tradition's.  We always feed the reindeer.  The kids love it.  They make the food and then put it in bags that Bridger made when he was three.  We leave them on the porch.

On Christmas morning that is the first thing they want to see.  This year Rudolph left them an apple.  (I think it had something to do with the wind and not wanting the bags to blow away)
Overall it was a great Christmas.  Lilly asked for a piano and a Tuba.  Santa left a nice note explaining why he was unable to bring a tuba but promised if Lilly would eat her vegetables and still wanted a tuba after she grew a little, then he would bring it for her.  He knows her and her willingness to eat vegetables.

Bridger also got a note from Santa telling him that the Wii that he wanted was waiting for him back in Oregon.  Bridger was one happy boy.

Christmas in Utah part 1

Christmas Lights in Ogden.

Lilly is 3 years old!!

The only thing Lilly wanted for her birthday was cake.  After opening her presents all she could say was, "Where's my cake?"  Knowing that that was what she wanted, I spent a little more time than normal to make the cake special.  That was more for me than Lilly.  She would have been happy with a basic cake.  She was pretty excited though when she saw Hello Kitty.

I have thoroughly enjoyed having Lilly as my little girl.  She is the sweetest person I know.  I love being her "best friend".  I love you Lilly!

We love Fall in Oregon!

There is always something fun to do in the Fall here in Oregon.  Some of our favorites include Bauman Farms, Heritage Farm, Fall Festival at the Rec center, and Halloween dinner with friends.

Nothing makes Lilly smile more than cookies, cake and candy.

My friend, Amanda, had a hair booth at the fair festival.  This is Lilly getting some hair tinsel and Bridger had his hair colored.

The Nut House at Bauman's Farm.

Grandma Barb and Bridger on the swings.

Strike a pose!

Lilly as a pirate princess and Bridger as a vampire.