Wedding Reception

Tonight we went to Scott & Megan Andrus' wedding reception. You wore a cute cream and black dress that Great Grandma Hales gave you. Grandma and Grandpa Hales were excited to see you since you had been gone all week in Washington. Mom and Dad ate some donuts and drank hot chocolate. You were pushed to your limit and started crying on the way home. We had to stop on the way home so you could eat.

Flight Home

We left Washington early this morning. We were sad to say goodbye to Grandma and Grandpa Barber, but knew we would see them next month for your blessing. Dad was really tired and so were you. Before we took off, you both took a nap.

You were a wonderful baby on the way home and slept the entire flight. Mom was pretty nervous because there was a sick baby sitting behind us and he kept coughing.

Cousin Keith

One night while in Washington we were invited over to watch the BYU basketball game and have dinner with Levi, Heather, and the kids. We were excited to meet your newest cousin Keith. He was only 5 days old when we met him. While we were there you pooped 4 times in a 2 hour time period, including 1 blow out.

First Flight

Today we flew to Washington to see Grandma and Grandpa Barber. This was your first flight. We got to the airport early and waited for them to board our flight. Mom fed you and changed your diaper right before the boarding time. Then they announced that our flight was going to be delayed. We had to wait an extra hour before boarding. You did really well on the flight, but because of the delay Mom had to feed you on the plane. Then we had to change your diaper on Dad's lap.

Christmas

We celebrated your 1st Christmas this afternoon. We were staying at Grandma and Grandpa's house all week while Dad healed from his surgery. Grandma Hales got sick on Christmas Eve so we waited until around 2:00 to open our presents. It didn't matter to you, because you were sleeping all day anyway. You saw your presents, but didn't have too much of a reaction. And then you fell asleep!

Christmas Eve

On Christmas Eve you went bowling with Mom, Dad, Grandpa Hales, and Aunt Andrea. Dad couldn't bowl because he was still healing from surgery, so you guys cheered Mom on.

That night we went to Ren and Brenda's house in Mapleton for dinner. Mom made clam chowder with Grandpa Hales. We played a game where we threw a ball made of crepe paper around the room that had presents wrapped up in it. Your present was a purple monkey hat. We can't wait until it fits you.

Here is a picture of Great Grandpa Hales, Grandpa Hales, Great Grandma Hales, you and Mom.

 We dressed you up in your little Santa jacket. You looked darling. 

Grandma Hales has a tradition of giving new pajamas on Christmas Eve. Here we are wearing our new PJ's. 

The Great Blow Out

We dressed you up for the Andrus family party. You were going to be meeting some of our aunt's, uncles, and cousins for the first time. Everyone loved you! Then Mom started to smell the stink. Mom went to change your diaper and realized she needed back up. Dad and Aunt Andrea had to help get you cleaned up. 

Front Runner

Today we rode Front Runner to Salt Lake. This is a new train in Utah County. It passes by Mom's school everyday. You slept all the way there and all they way back. All of Mom's family came on the train except for Dan.

Great Grandma LaVonne Hales

Tonight you finally were able to spend some time with your Great Grandparents. After dinner we went to Mapleton to see Mom's Grandma and Grandpa Hales. This was the first time that Grandma Hales was able to hold you. You have a special connection with Grandma Hales because you were born on her birthday.

Owl Hat

Our neighbor Kristy Avery made you this darling Owl hat. Right now you have some baby acne going on and you scratched your eye. It's time to get the mittens out.