Stockings before Christmas

We left the Saturday before Christmas to visit with Jess's parents and my parents, so we decided to open stockings the night before we left. 

Harper is afraid of the camera flash. So after this picture, I took pictures with my phone.

We did our Christmas with the kids at my parent's house Christmas morning.

Earlier in the day we bought fresh flowers at a local flower shop and headed to Will's grave to put Christmas flowers out. We also do something in Will's honor at Christmas time. We decided to buy a gas gift card for a man in need. So we dropped that off after visiting Will's grave.

Harper - 15 Months

Harper turned 15 months on December 17th.

- 20 lbs - 31%

- 30.5 inches - 48%

- Six teeth - just cut two in the last few weeks

-  She freaks out if you aren't holding her while we brush our teeth. She likes to help. :)

- Still loves to get in the kitchen trash can.
- Will fold her hands and bow her head when we pray. It is so sweet. 

- She is a climber. Not used to that. 

- Still is a paci lover. She likes to hoard them. 

- Some favorites - eating (and will eat anything), taking baths, riding in the stroller/wagon, shoes, and getting in Canon's bed.

- She is getting more into baby dolls and stuffed animals. She carries them around and hugs them. She also likes to hoard them in her bed. 

- She is a screamer in the car. It is very loud in the car these days. 

- She tends to hit Canon frequently in the head with her toys. She will say she is sorry by going up to Canon, hugging him, and laying her head on his shoulder. It is pretty sweet.

- She doesn't say too many words yet. We are trying to challenge her in this area. She does babble all the time though.

- Will go get diapers and wipes if she wants to be changed.
- Can crawl up our stairs (with us behind her of course).
- Can throw a ball pretty well.
- Loves to wash her hands.

We love you Miss Harper Grace!

Christmas Happenings and Traditions

On December 1st our town had their annual Christmas parade. The kids really enjoyed it. Canon was not afraid this year. Harper is starting to show fear about a few things, but she did really well. 

On December 6th we went to Opryland to see all of the sights. We have done this every year since living in the area. We visited with Santa. Canon could not wait to sit on his lap this year. He asked for  an airplane (he has asked for an airplane every year). Harper sat on Santa's lap, but after about a minute, she looked at Santa and started crying. We got a good picture before the tears started. We also looked at all of the decorations, took the boat ride, ate lunch, and went to their little kid land and rode the train.

On December 10th we went to the LifeWay Christmas program. My parents were able to come this year (Canon and I have been the last three years). It snowed a little during the night, so before we left for the performance Canon played out in the snow. The concert was very well done. 

Sweet Harper after getting home from the concert and lunch.

Another tradition we have done the last three years is going to Chad's winter wonderland. It is about 40 minutes away, but it is worth it. We always pick up Chick fil a milkshakes and head to the light show. Harper is still rear facing in the car, so we got her out of her carseat as well as Canon. 

I am so thankful for our traditions! Love my family!

Snow, Thanksgiving, and Fun

At the end of November we had a dusting of snow. We don't get snow very often, so this was exciting! Canon was taking a nap when it started snowing, so I woke him up and had him go outside to play. Something about it snowing is so magical. 

"Mommy, I made you a cake!"

 We finished our Thankful Tree. I really enjoyed doing this with the family. 

We went to IL for Thanksgiving. We had a great time. The day after Thanksgiving I took Canon to see Frozen with my mom and my sister's family. 

This is a picture of Harper before going out to dinner for my dad's birthday.

We've been to story time at the library a few times. Both of the kids enjoy it! 

Snuggles on the couch. December 3rd.

Such a happy girl. December 7th.

 Visiting Will's grave.