Christmas 2009 Recap

Well, what can I say... better late than never??? So, here is the recap of my fabulous Christmas which I spent in Atlanta, Georgia with Jen, Steve and their cute kids. There are a ton of pictures, so enjoy!

I flew in late Wednesday, December 23rd and was greeted by Jen and Steve at the airport. I got to ride in the cute Mini Cooper and saw some of Atlanta as we made our way to their apartment. It was super late when we got in, so I didn’t get to see the kids until morning, but I was welcomed by this…

Such cute and creative kids!

Christmas would not be complete without decorating sugar cookies!

I was very proud of my cookie… I thought it turned out rather well!

That day we went out shopping…yep, shopping on Christmas Eve is kind of crazy even in Georgia! We also picked up a yummy ham for dinner that night. Jen put on a great Christmas Eve spread- thanks Jen, it was delicious!

That evening, as is tradition, everyone got new jammies! There is a race to see who can get their PJ’s on the fastest… I think Jen and I tied for Pond Scum which is last place! Go us!

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Silly kids modeling their new PJ's!

We read the Christmas Story from Luke 2, made sure the cookies were out for Santa, and checked where Santa was in the world before saying goodnight to the kids. Then it was off to wrap presents. Jen, Steve, and I had a great time getting everything wrapped. Good times!

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These pajamas were quite fitting (it says "Up All Night"), since he decided he did not want to sleep at all Christmas Eve! Cute little stinker though!

Side note: I attended a white elephant gift party where I got stuck with this hideous vest. I told my friends I really was going to wear it on Christmas day, so I took it and yes it did make an appearance Christmas morning! Even Eli was disgusted with it, so needless to say I didn’t wear it very long!

Christmas morning did arrive and so did all the excitement associated with it. The kids were super cute as they discovered what Santa brought them and then the fun continued as we opened presents. The Christmas joy was alive and well at the Moore household! Christmas exploded!

The family got a Wii balance board and Wii Fit Plus for Christmas, so we spent a lot of time playing that. It is great fun and I don’t think I will ever forget Steve “flying” - so classic!!

We went ice skating Christmas evening. It was a lot of fun and the kids did awesome!

Saturday we went out shopping to find Emmy a pair of boots… and yes, we were successful! Then we piled in the van and headed off to Stone Mountain. It was awesome! It was a bit cold that day, but the sights and festivities were worth it!

We rode the tram to the top of the mountain.

We stayed long enough to get a couple pictures while we were on top of the mountain. I’m glad I had my gloves and headband to help keep me warm!

We saw all the cute Christmas décor.

We saw The Polar Express in 4-D.

We rode the train around the mountain and sang Christmas songs.

We walked around a museum, heard a story from Mrs. Clause, and saw all the pretty Christmas Lights.

Stone Mountain was a really neat place and I’m excited to go back when it is warm!

It was great being with my Sister that weekend!

Sunday we went to church and then I had to say goodbye. My vacation had come to an end. I got back to Denver around 10pm that night.

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I had a great Christmas! It was so nice to be with family this year. Thanks Jen, Steve and all you kids for making my stay wonderful and letting me enjoy Christmas with you! I love you all!