Birthday Party

December is a crazy month for our family. Having 3 out of our 4 birthdays in December and add in Jesus' birthday, it makes December a little hectic. Harrison had to have a minor procedure a few days before his birthday, so I wasn't sure if he would be up for a party that weekend. We decided to have a joint birthday party for the kids. It was so much fun! Claire was still sleeping when all of our family arrived, but slowly woke up and was excited to open presents and eat cake. We had a blast celebrating Harrison's 1st birthday and Claire's 3rd birthday with all of our family!

Jason, Ali and Meg Come to Visit

We really hate that my brother and his family live so far away, but it sure does make for an awesome visit when they come in town. They arrived late Thursday night before Claire's 3rd birthday. When Claire woke up on her brithday, she was so happy to see Uncle Jason, Meg, and Ali. We made breakfast and let her open her presents.

Claire got an Innotab and pretend make up for her birthday.
After presents, we got ready to go take pictures. Recently Meg got a new camera and we were so happy that she was dying to take pictures. 

I love how to pictures turned out! We took a candy break half way through the pictures to keep the kids happy.

After pictures, we headed to Chick Fila (Claire's request). It was insane, so luckily Claire decided that Burger King would work. The kids played so hard on the playground that Claire and Harrison both fell asleep on the ride home.

We continued the birthday celebration that night and got ready for the big party on Saturday.

Happy 3rd Birthday!

Claire,
     I can not believe that you are already 3. It does not seem that long ago that I was on bedrest anxiously awaiting your arrival. This last year you have grown so much. You have taken on your role as a big sister and absolutely adore your brother. You are still very independent and super head strong which I remind myself daily is a blessing. You love to take "big baby" aka Nockey or whatever her name is for the day everywhere. Usually you pretend to be her mommy or her babysitter. It makes me smile seeing how sweet and loving you are to "big baby". You are such a blessing and we love you so much!!

Christmas in the Country

Every year the Autry's have "Christmas in the Country" the weekend before Christmas. It is so much fun and a wonderful tradition that I am glad to be a part of. It is an all weekend affair, but we made a day trip of it on Saturday (the best day).

We rode on the hayride and sang Christmas carols. Claire enjoyed the ride in Shelley's lap.They stop the hayride and everyone ventures out to find the perfect tree. Once the tree is selected, everyone helps cut it down. Claire loved swinging the ax with Darrell.

We decorated the tree and then Santa made a visit. Claire and Harrison both sat on Santa's lap. Claire asked for a baby doll with a paci and she told Santa that Harrison wanted a dump truck.

Harrison and Mamaw took a little rest after Santa's visit. I am so glad my kids have great grandparents to love on them!

We definitely enjoyed "Christmas in the Country". 

12 months

I can't believe my little man is one! He looks so cute in this sombrero.
At one you are:

• Wearing 24 months clothes
• Wearing size 5 1/2 shoes
• Wearing size 5 diapers
• Cruising everywhere (not walking yet)
• Saying bye bye, mama, dada, ball, baby, pretty

You are so sweet and have brought us so much joy this past year! We love you!!