Christmas at Mimi and Papa's house

We had a great weekend with grandparents, in spite of a few setbacks. Mimi was just being released from the hospital again due to a nagging respiratory infection that has been hanging on since Thanksgiving! So we had our big meal at Cracker Barrel. And then we came home for presents, playing, cookies, and lots of noise!Andy got a rifle from his parents. It was SO much fun seeing him receive something really special this year! He is always doing without for all of us. I LOVE his expression!

We gave cousin Zoe an apron. She is always the big helper in the kitchen.

Lydie loved her skirt, complete with a button for music. She did the hokey pokey many, many times, along with lots of twirls!

Andy and Papa relaxing together- they are two amazing, sweet men!

Toot got the Eiffel Tower lego set. He was SO excited. We decided we are going to send a picture in to the Lego Magazine when he completes it!
Mimi and cousin Megan at dinner.

Andy and his brother Ben. They are completely opposite, both very talented and generous! So thankful for a wonderful family!
My sister-in-law Kim and myself. This is the only picture with either of us because we are always behind the lens! Kim is quiet, very creative, and always organized. She is the PERFECT mom for triplets! We have a lot of common interests. One day, we are going to get our crafting weekend away!
Lydie can always be found in someone's lap, it seems. Here she is getting some love from her Daddy. If she wasn't in his lap or Papa's...

she was right by Uncle Ben. Like mother like daughter. I didn't quit sitting in my Dad's lap until I went to college!

We had another wonderful celebration! I was sorry that we had illness (poor Mimi! and I had strep throat on Sunday and Monday). But all in all, we always enjoy the fun and relaxation with everyone!