Christmas 2009

Christmas is totally different (and so much better!) once you have children. Even though Mia doesn't really understand what Christmas is all about, she was still so interested and curious about everything- the presents, the lights, the Christmas tree! We had a really good Christmas and I loved just being home with my family and relaxing. We spent Christmas eve baking cookies and watching Christmas movies. Once it got dark, we took Mia to Christmas Street to see the lights. On Christmas day we had a nice leisurely time opening presents while sipping on coffee and Baileys (yum!). I am sure the years to follow will not be so relaxing!

Tyson, Mia and my sister getting ready to go look at lights on Christmas Eve

This was my favorite!! She would look down in her stocking and then reach her little hand in to get the presents. It was precious!

Opening presents

Christmas breakfast with Tyson's parents.

Mia's dressed in her Christmas best on her favorite new toy

All of the girls

Cousin Nigel

Mia has the cutest cousins. Jake, aside from being more hansome than most grown men, is so protective of Mia. He is always looking out for her and making sure she is taken care of. Tyson and I hope he does this when Mia is in high-school and starts dating! :)