Noah's First Christmas!

Merry Christmas!! Look what Santa brought! Doug and I really enjoyed watching Noah (and helping him) open all of his gifts. It was wonderful to see his happy smiles and so special for both of us. We spent the day together - the best way to be, playing with Noah and relaxing. Later in the day after dinner we all loaded up in the porsche for a ride to go see all the Christmas lights. We turned Noah around so that he might be able to see out the window. I hope everyone had a very Merry Christmas and enjoyed being with their loved ones. Although we weren't able to be with all of our family, it has been a special one for us.

Christmas Eve Cookies!

Noah got first dibs on Santa's cookies this year - He didn't hesitate either! He dug right into the plate of Christmas cookies and didn't take just one. He would taste one cookie and go for another one. So funny and cute to watch! Loved his reaction and how much he seemed to enjoy those cookies. We set him next to the tree to get a couple of quick pictures of him on Christmas Eve. Also a little earlier in the evening we let him unwrap one present - I was always allowed to unwrap one present on Christmas Eve when I was little because I was so excited about the presents. Noah unwrapped a squishy red fire truck from Uncle Chris and Aunt Chrissy. He loved it! Thanks guys! It was a great night and before we put Noah to bed, we read The Night Before Christmas to him. Hoping to make a lot of sweet traditions for our little family.

Our Christmas Tree

I think we're ready for Christmas!!

Christmas Present From Mamaw

Noah got to open his Christmas present from Mamaw a little early - She wanted him to go ahead and have it and be able to enjoy it. He wasn't too sure what to do at first, but once the paper started ripping, he seemed to get the hang of it. He was pleased to find a Parent's wooden push and go walker that he could hold onto and walk behind. The compartments had soft cloth, rubber and wooden blocks for him to play with also. He started toddling around the house with it as soon as we had it put together. So cute! Thanks Mamaw!

Bad Santa

Doug always said Noah looked 'grinchy' in this picture.... Love it!

Snuggles With Mama

I love snuggles with this little guy - every chance I get! Love him so, so, so much!

Chocolate Covered Wagon Wheels

While I was making some Christmas treats to take to work I decided to make Noah something he could enjoy as well - chocolate covered wagon wheels. The wagon wheels are just puffed rice and he loved them! So cute!

Snuggly

How precious is this??? All snuggled up in his snow suit.

Hello Santa

Noah met Santa Claus for the very first time today! He didn't have any problems sitting on Santa's knee and having his picture taken. I was glad he wasn't afraid of him. Love the shot of him later on his Daddy's lap with the cute snicker on his face.

Sweet Sleep

Noah got an Elmo while we were visiting in Tennessee and he has taken quite a liking to him. I just had to snap a quick picture of this when I walked in to check on him tonight. I know this is the beginning of a great friendship. :)

Dinner @ Sullivans

While we were in Tennessee we had dinner at a local restaurant called Sullivan's. While we were there Noah's Papa gave him a lemmon to chew on while we waited for our food. Noah was so funny - he chewed and chewed on that lemmon making the worst sour faces the whole time. It was like he didn't realize he didn't actually have to chew on the thing. Poor baby. Noah wasn't too sure what to think, but Mommy and Daddy really enjoyed dinner.

Pictures With Grammy & Papa

Look At Those Eyes...

I can't get enough of his blue eyes...

Papa's Boots

Noah had a lot of fun playing with Papa's boots one evening while we were there... He sat and played with them, looking at them and into them for a long time.

Thanksgiving At Mom's

It was so great seeing everyone at Mom's house this year with the new babies. Even the Chris's are expecting a new baby in March. So exciting all these new little cousins for Noah to play with! Olivia is such a cutie and it was good to see her again and see how much she has grown. It's always good when family is together. Poor Chris, we're going to be laughing about 'the broken chair' for years and years to come.... Mom made the usual awesome & yummy holiday spread and it was delicious. So much to be thankful for...