Christmas!

This was our first year not traveling for the Christmas holidays, and although we did miss seeing Ryan's family, it was a nice way to start our own family traditions. Kyler was pretty interested in our tree, and although he generally listens pretty well, we were forced to move our ornaments higher and higher on the tree. I did buy two soft reindeer ornaments to hang low on the tree where he could touch them, but that did not seem to deter his drive to get into the Christmas tree at all costs. We enjoyed family Christmas parties, video-chatting with other family members on the computer, and, of course, seeing what Santa Claus left on Christmas morning. On Christmas Eve, we (yes, even Duncan!) piled into the car and went out to look at Christmas lights (see video below). Kyler did not seem to mind driving around, especially with his snacks and juice. We felt very blessed this Christmas and look forward to many more together as a family!

Our Christmas tree--with a very minimally decorated bottom half

Ryan's slightly sacrilegious nativity scene using Kyler's Little People toys

Our front porch!

Kyler riding his new rocking horse...

...but he would rather pet the pony instead

Kyler getting Mr. Potato Head

Our little "buck"...I mean, bison :)

Finally learning to unwrap some presents

Daddy sharing his love of superheroes with Kyler

Kyler's first Louisville Slugger from Aunt Britani and Uncle Charlie--watch out, windows!

Ryan having fun with his boy

"I'm all ears, Mommy!"

Santa brought Kyler a whole zoo!

Our little man ready for Christmas pictures

"Cheese!"

Best family picture this year...Kyler has become much more wiggly :)