Tuesday, December 25, 2012

The Stennett Family Christmas

After leaving the Chittoms, we headed to my Mamaw's house on Christmas Eve night.  This has definitely always been one of my favorite nights, since I can remember.   I was always anxiously awaiting Santa's arrival, but it is also so special because the Stennett family is so close and it is the time of year when EVERYONE gets together, regardless of hectic schedules.  I LOVE our big family!!!
 
Carter has an ear infection, and after all of the excitement during that day, he fell asleep and didn't feel good the majority of the night.  Add a big family to that and it was a big job for me that night.   Luckily, when presents came in,  you would have never known that he was sick!
 
Will and Cash enjoying some yummy food.  My momma's mac & cheese is a staple for all at this function :)!
 
 My handsome twin nephews, Brandon and Jordan.  Colton was sick, so we missed him and Sissy so much!
 Brylin and Carter being restless waiting on gifts.
 Daddy, Momma, Brylin and Cash
 The boys were excited about their new trucks!

 I called this 'the pit'.  It was crazy how much wrapping paper we had and the kiddos all just jumped around and played in it!

 Mamaw, needs help from 3 little boys opening her gift, of course!
 Sweet Sophie!
 When we arrived at our house, we had to put out our reindeer food that the boys made at school.

 When Eddie and I unloadd part of the truck, this is what we came out with from the Stennett fam... we are so blessed!
We loved spending time with everyone and thank you so much for the gifts, but even more for the time spent with you!  We are blessed beyond measure!

Chittom Family Christmas

On Christmas Eve, we started our fun filled family day at Papaw and Nana's house.  We enjoyed some great food and fellowship and made great memories!  The boys are the youngest there and were both such little hams this year; especially Carter.  They definitely LOVE being the center of attention.  Enjoy some photos.
 
Taking a ride on Nana's golf cart... Carter was having a moment, if you can't tell :).
 
Cuties and BFF's!
 Nana gave Carter a bag of pecans... his fave!
 Sharing some crackers with his cousin, Perry.
 The fam...!

 He went to give Toni a hug, so that she would get his present to open :).
 STINKER face!
Papaw and Nana are taking us all to Gatlinburg next week as our gift for Christmas, so Aunt Toni and family got them these adorable snow sleds from Reeds.  We will enjoy it in the snow (we hope)!
 
 
 They also make for great fun in the house.  The boys LOVED them!
 Especially Will, if you can't already tell.
 Nana also got them really cool snow boots!
 And ski suits... these boys are winter ready!!!  We just now hope the weather cooperates!
 HILARIOUS... this was so much fun for them!
 Everybody took turns pulling them around!
We are so blessed to have such an amazing family and had so much fun at the Chittom Christmas party!

Friday, December 21, 2012

Downs Family Christmas

After Jackson's birthday party last Saturday, we had the Downs Family Christmas at Nana and Papaw's house.  The boys had fun playing with all of their cousins!
 
Peggy puts up a tree each year for the kids.  It has toy ornaments that she has collected for a long time.
 

Carter playing with his baby cousin Ethan.  He showed him his balloon, but never actually shared it!

 Will asked to have his picture made with his cousin, Perry. 
 Perry and Toni helping the boys open their happies from Nana!

 Will loved his mini-cars.
 Eddie might have been silly, but I love this picture of my Carter bug :).
 Papaw made some static:).
 I love, love this picture of Will.  Such a doll! (and you can tell he never gets to drink any type of soft drink; he fell asleep in the car with his hands still wrapped around his diet mtn dew)!
 I love pictures with Christma pajamas every year... maybe I will have better luck another day :(.  Brotherly love?!?!


Thursday, December 20, 2012

Jackson's Winter ONEderland birthday party

Last Saturday, we celebrated Jackson's 1st birthday.  The theme was Winter ONEderland with snowmen.  It was such a precious party for one adorable and precious little boy!  I think that Jes and JT did an amazing job for their little angel.  Enjoy the pictures.
 
Carter and Jackson.
 
 Sweet, sweet hugs!
 Will playing with the birthday boy.  He thought Will and Carter were so funny!
 
 If you can't tell, my boys loved the balloons:). I love the decorations and sweet cake!
 My silly boys!

 Mr. Billy O with his great grand :).
 
Mr. Bill and Jackson... he has everyone wrapped around his cute little finger!
 
His smash cake.  Jess put him in this adorable little diaper cover and tie :).

 The precious cake/snowman table.  I love Jackson's birthday pictures!!!
 
 Momma and her birthday boy :)!
Happy birthday, Jackson!  We loved celebrating with you!!!