We took the kids to see Santa over the weekend. We will also have breakfast with Santa in a couple of weeks, but I heard great things about this Santa, so I wanted to go see him. He did not disappoint. Not only was a beautiful Santa, but he was so attentive to the kids. He really listened to them and asked them questions. He didn't rush them and he gave them great advice about listening to mommy and daddy!
Doesn't Addie Grey look thrilled by her first visit?! The kids had each made a list. We've told them they can only ask Santa for three toys this year. And they have both been just fine with that. Tripp's list hasn't changed since day one. Makinley's changes every other day. I think her "official" list she gave to Santa was a Dr. Baby, a Cinderella dress and a Cinderella vanity. The problem with that is that she already HAS a Cinderella dress and a Cinderella vanity. So, Santa is going to be writing her a letter explaining that he needs to save his vanities for little girls that don't have them and she needs to pick something else (aka American Girl McKenna would be a GREAT choice to pick).
Later on Saturday, Trey, Jenn and Bear came. They haven't been to just hang out in forever and we had a great time. The kids played well together and Jenn and I got out and ran a few errands while the boys watched football. That night we tried to go to a nice restaurant in town and that was a total disaster.
Look at all four cousins! Bear isn't quite so sure what to think in this picture!
But he started to warm up! He's not talking yet (although I DID get to hear him say 'mama' and 'dada'), but every time Tripp blew a bubble with his bubble gum (a new trick he has learned) Bear would say, 'OH!' and point to the bubble!
Look at that sweet smile trying to come through!! He was so cute holding Addie Grey!
Totally different subject for a second. I took the kids for their well check ups and their flu shot a couple of weeks ago. Tripp was a champ. Makinley? She kicked two different nurses in their FACE and acted like a wild animal the whole time. The baby slept most of the time, but when she woke up, she was screaming. I was sweating by the time I left and in need of alcohol (although I never drink). But, so I don't forget, here are the kids stats:
Tripp:
Height 49.5 inches (70%)
Weight 51 pounds (60%)
Makinley:
Height 49 inches (off the charts)
Weight 54 pounds (off the charts and MORE THAN HER BROTHER)
*Mak has gained SIX POUNDS since APRIL. I don't know what in the world is going on with her. She is a giant!*
Looking forward to spending the week with my family for Thanksgiving. NOT looking forward to Monday and returning to the working world. At all.
2 comments:
Aw, I know it will be hard for you to go back to work and I'll keep you in my prayers that you have peace of mind with whoever is keeping your sweet little girl and that you feel good about returning to your students.
The more I read about Makinley, the more I think you could be talking about Hannah! Our girls seem to have similar qualities and strong personalities. Love it!
So sweet and great Santa pics! I can't believe how much M has grown!!! Wow!
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