More Christmas...

The kids loved whole day, it was filled with presents, sweets and playtime. Ashlin opened a train set, camera, playdo playset, candy and clothes. Westin opened a new playcenter, clothes and baby toys. Louie opened chew toys and doggie treats!

Family Christmas Photo

Such a WONDERFUL Christmas! The kids had so much fun, the adults had so much fun - it was a great holiday. Thank you to Mary Lou and Les for making it so special!

SANTA

Ashlin LOVES Santa! We went during the week to visit him and there was no one there, he read her "Twas the Night Before Christmas" and gave her a candy cane (her new favorite word). Everyone loved how dressed up the kids were - lots of compliments! Then we toured the mall only to pass a miniature Toy'r'us, Ashlin walked right past it, then something caught her eye in the window and she ran back and said "OHHHHHHHHHH". It was really funny. Then we had a nice lunch together, it was a great time spent together - right out of a fairy tale! Merry Christmas and Happy Birthday to Baby Jesus!

Ashlin's 1st trip to the SALON

Ashlin had her first trip to the salon today. She was excellent while she had her hair trimmed - and was rewarded for great behavior. She has been speaking in 2 & 3 words sentences. She refers to herself as Ashlin. Westin is happy and mellow where ever we take him. He is now sleeping through the ENTIRE night (9:30pm - 6:30am) at 4 months, we are really excited. He rolls over and loves watching Ashlin and Louie.

Westin is 4 Months Old

Westin Dean is 4 months old. He weighs in at 15.6 pounds (50% percentile) and is 25 inches tall (50% percentile). He is happy, mellow and a super easy baby!

Getting Ready for Christmas...

We have had a lot of fun decorating the house for Christmas, everyone has really helped to make the house beautiful.

Thanks Jewels!!

Thank you so much Julia! Look at the super cute embroidered feather pillow my girlfriend sent for baby Westin all the way from GERMANY! Ashlin loves the purse also, Jewels you are the best!

HAPPY THANKSGIVING

HAPPPY THANKSGIVING! We had a wonderful time hosting dinner at our house. Nana Lou and Papa Les stayed through the week, Nick and Megan, my Mom and Dad and the Justus Family came to dinner. It was a lot of fun!

Weekend at Nana Lou & Papa Les's House

We had a super relaxing weekend at Nana Lou and Papa Les's house. James and Ashlin really enjoyed playing together, Corey played with Westin. Ashlin loved Mary Lou's cooking; especially the pancakes! Kevin took care of Westin both nights - so I got some much needed sleep. Between sleeping some and working out again I am starting to feel like myself again (of course working as hard as ever with the horses - just sold another client's horse and on the search for a new one for her - lessons and shows never stop!). Kevin is also working out a lot, he runs four mornings a week - his speed and distance are getting to be impressive.

A Wet Tuesday

It was a wet Tuesday, so we spent some time at Hope House with Papa.

Just Hanging Out!

A great Sunday afternoon watching football.

Hope Ranch Beach & Riding

We had a great Saturday playing with the horses then playing at the beach. The weather was perfect at 77 degrees. Hope Ranch Beach has always been my favorite beach in SB - it is private, quiet and beautiful! Ashlin loves playing at the barn.

Early Thanksgiving Dinner Celebration

Thanks to the Wissel Family for hosting a family reunion and early Thanksgiving Dinner Celebration! It was amazing...food was fabulous (of course)-thank you Cheryl for assisting. Aunt Maggie had everything planned to perfection, there was presents for the kids, plenty of space to enjoy the weather under the tent and even a parting gift of marshmellow/carmel/chocolate treat. Everyone was there including all cousins, aunts, uncles, Grandma Margie and all the great grandchildren. The kids loved the bounce house and running around together. It was really fun!