Christmas and other updates

We had a great Christmas again this year. We spent it at our house this year again. Wade's sister Erica came and stayed with us, and also my mom & dad. It was a very relaxing day, just hanging out. G'ma & G'pa took the two older girls to the airport to see Uncle Dave's airplane that he was flying, they picked up baby Alyssa and brought her back to our house until Krista got off work. The kids thought it was a cool plane. It had TV's and pop. They both want to go up in an airplane someday. Lindsay has actually gone on a plane ride multiple times, she just doesn't remember. We didn't do as many activities that we usually do during the holidays, but we did take time to go see the Ogden city lights, and a trip to see Santa.

Quick updates on the kids

Lindsay

Now 9 years old, going on 16 except for when it comes to boys. Boys are great as friends, but nothing more. Perfectly fine with mom and dad. Wants to drive, glad we aren't to that point yet. She is in the 3rd and thinks school is okay, but would rather not have to go. Loves to create...anything. Art projects, cooking, parties, doesn't matter to her. Constantly cooking, has even cooked a few complete meals for the family. Still likes the color blue, but sometimes adds a little pink in there. Don't let her know I noticed that. Loves to help out, when she wants and it the capacity that she wants. Favorite ride at Disneyland...Matterhorn!

Kaylee

4 years old, already planning her birthday in February. Goes to preschool and loves it. Getting really excited to start Kindergarten in the Fall. She is growing up, which means outgrowning clothes that fit her yesterday. Constantly helping, but not always helping. :) Keeps us on our toes, either with her creative mind (how did she ever think of that) or with the quick little things she says. Very loving to her sisters. Loves horses, unicorns, princesses, and PINK! Favorite ride at Disneyland...Ghost Galaxy (Space Mountain)!

Ashlie

Growing up way too fast. 20 months old. Wants to do what the big girls do. Lately has been telling me "poopy" before going. Good sign, but not starting the potty training yet. Loves stories, books, dressing up, dollys/babies, and pretties (anything that goes in her hair). Actually had ponytails for the first time recently, and they stayed in her hair for 2 days. Mommy was the one that took them out. Says daddy is at work even when he is sitting right by her. Lindsay and Kaylee go to work also. Talks non-stop, most of the time you can even understand her. Loves nursery, didn't even cry the first time we took her. Moves to the 2yr old nursery on March 7. Yikes! Favorite ride at Disneyland...Any of them! Raised her hands and said "Weeee" all the time

We aren't the kids, but here is a quick update on us also.

Mindy

Out of nursery (yeah) and into scouting. My new calling is Cub committee chair, and I am learning a lot, and quickly. Still trying to get back into the routine of things. Most likely still trying to create a new routine, because it tends to change all the time. Love being a mom and wife. I stay busy chasing kids, volunteering in Lindsay's classroom every week, driving kids here and there, and just trying to stay on top of our lives.

Wade

Staying really busy at work. Can't complain though, he has a job, and enjoys what he does. 2nd Counselor in the Sunday School Presidency. Knows a lot more people at church than I do. Loves having normal hours at work, for the most part. The other week he worked until 6:30/7 every night. The kids definately noticed the time difference. That is when he normally came home from work. They are glad that we moved.

That is a quick update for us, nothing fancy. Just staying busy like most families do. BTW, we did get internet going again. And hopefully will update on a more regular basis.