Lance's family got together for pictures and presents.
The kids are getting the picture routine down with all the holiday pictures.
Peyton loves babies and got to hold our new cousin Lucy.
The two girl cousins with their dark hair.
Kempton loved his new tractor! It shakes, rolls, and makes crashing sounds- what more could a little boy want.
After a few tears and multiple takes we got a picture where everyone had their eyes open and looking at the camera.
Saturday night after skiing and a helicopter ride Chelsey got engaged.
Adam had planned a surprise engagement party that night following all the exciting events. Congratulations Chelsey and Adam you make a fabulous couple!
Last week we headed north to be a part of Cooper's baptism. It was really neat for Peyton to see his favorite cousin get baptized.
His parents planned a beautiful luncheon after the baptism.
I can't believe Peyton is just months away from his baptism.
It is always nice to share these special events with family and friends.
Lexi had a fun performance at the festival of trees. The night before her performance she was crying about the performance and I thought, oh she must be nervous. However, when I asked her what was wrong she said- Our dance teacher told us we will be dancing on a big stage and it will be decorated with giant presents. Then Lexi said very concerned- but we are dressed like sunflowers. Sunflowers and presents do not go together. I had to bite my tongue in order not to laugh. I quickly explained about sugar plum fairies and the problem seemed to be taken care of.
Lexi did a great job and both sets of grandparents were there to see the beautiful dancer.
The Gallery Walk on Main Street in Logan is where we walk through the stores admiring the neat gingerbread houses they have on display. The Temple gingerbread house was Lexi's favorite.
We bundled up and enjoyed the night out with family.
What great dads on stroller duty!
The kids really liked all Christmas window displays.
Kempton was excited to get out of his stroller and roam with the big kids.
We stopped at our favorite store on Main Street, Locker 42, to say hi to Uncle Jason.
We all gathered for the annual Sub for Santa shopping.
Peyton helped pick out all the best Lego sets (his specialty).
The little girls were great little tape elves.
The boys were more into watching football and eating pizza. I guess some things start young.
Lexi loved the Thanksgiving feast with her class.
She was so excited to be a pilgrim. She planned her whole outfit so she could be just like a pilgrim girl.
Her class is only 16 kids so it was a manageable party. Unlike Halloween when they combined both the kindergarten classes making for complete chaos.
Lexi has loved being in class with her two cousins and making new friends as well. We had a fun Thanksgiving complete with basketball (too cold for football), shopping, games, and lots of food. 
It's that time of year again. Family pictures can now be checked off the Holiday Season to do list.
Another season of sports finished up last week. I can't believe these boys will be starting tackle football next year.
Peyton had a fun season of flag football with many of his friends. My favorite game was when Peyton scored a defensive, offensive, and special teams touchdown in one game.
Lance was a great head coach with some excellent assistant coaches.
Lexi was ready to wrap up her soccer season. She is currently a lot more passionate about dance and gymnastics then soccer.
Her favorite part is being with her friends and the treats. Surprise! Surprise!
Peyton played goalie for the first time during one of his games this season. He decided he would rather score the goals then protect the goal.
His team went out with a bang on an undefeated season. Thanks Coach Johnson for all of your time and effort.
We had some great Halloween parties this year. At the cousins party Morris, Ashley and Jensen won the best costume. Can you tell what they are? Balloons, scout, old man, dog... the movie UP.
Mallory headed up the craft and story time.
Ashley and Marin took charges of the games: Bean bag toss, cupcake walk, and bingo.
Nana had all the fixings for some impressive caramel apples.
There was a competitive pumpkin carving contest with the Rices complete with prizes and caramel apples.
This year at our house we had a peacock.
Bat
and Ninja
While helping with Lexi's class Halloween party I realized I would never last as a Kindergarten teacher. We finished off the holiday with trick or treating and Aunt Lesli's amazing Halloween party.
