Brady's First Christmas
We kicked off the season with a visit to Santa Claus. Having cried the last two years in row, we did not know what to expect with Carter. Much to our surprise, Mr. Cook was won over with a candy cane. From that point on, when asked what he wanted from Santa, Carter replied, "a candy cane". Maybe Mommy and Daddy should have stuck to that request!
A week before the big day, family began to arrive at the Derham house. It began with Uncle Doug, then Aunt Steph, followed by Doug's girlfriend, Miki, then Aunt Judy, and finally, Gerben. That made for a very full house at the Derham's. Good thing Santa's reindeer did not tire out because he would have had no where to sleep! On Christmas Eve, we made a huge meal complete with a turkey, ham, tofurkey (for the vegetarians), and every side dish imaginable. We then spent the rest of the evening eating, drinking, and opening presents. Carter's biggest surprise was his new custom-made train table built by his one and only Pop. As you can see, it is complete with a hole so that Carter can operate it from all sides. Pop hopes it will keep Carter entertained while Pop is "working" on his trains. Christmas morning was filled with presents and more eating. The Cooks then joined Daddy's side of the family for more gatherings. Unfortunately, everyone had to return home but not without another party at the Cook house. Christmas was filled with tradition but I have to admit a little chaos as well! We hope everyone had a wonderful holiday and here's to a blessed 2008. Our love to all!
We kicked off the season with a visit to Santa Claus. Having cried the last two years in row, we did not know what to expect with Carter. Much to our surprise, Mr. Cook was won over with a candy cane. From that point on, when asked what he wanted from Santa, Carter replied, "a candy cane". Maybe Mommy and Daddy should have stuck to that request!
A week before the big day, family began to arrive at the Derham house. It began with Uncle Doug, then Aunt Steph, followed by Doug's girlfriend, Miki, then Aunt Judy, and finally, Gerben. That made for a very full house at the Derham's. Good thing Santa's reindeer did not tire out because he would have had no where to sleep! On Christmas Eve, we made a huge meal complete with a turkey, ham, tofurkey (for the vegetarians), and every side dish imaginable. We then spent the rest of the evening eating, drinking, and opening presents. Carter's biggest surprise was his new custom-made train table built by his one and only Pop. As you can see, it is complete with a hole so that Carter can operate it from all sides. Pop hopes it will keep Carter entertained while Pop is "working" on his trains. Christmas morning was filled with presents and more eating. The Cooks then joined Daddy's side of the family for more gatherings. Unfortunately, everyone had to return home but not without another party at the Cook house. Christmas was filled with tradition but I have to admit a little chaos as well! We hope everyone had a wonderful holiday and here's to a blessed 2008. Our love to all!
1 comment:
Wow, that picture of all of us on the stairs is terrifying!! I mean your family looks great, but the rest of us came off looking quite scary. Steph looks totally possessed!!
Love the videos of Carter too. Keep the updates coming!!
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