2010 McKinney Family Farmhouse Christmas

Have I mentioned how much our family LOVES going to Abbeville to the Farmhouse for Christmas? Well we do!! We have such a wonderful time seeing all the cousins, Aunts, Uncles, etc. This is a highlight for us every year and this year was no different. Everyone was here this year (no one snowed in - yea!) except David and Rachel who are in Massachusetts for Christmas. Robbie counted 32 in the Farmhouse and because of the rain and cold, there was very little playing outside - so we had a lot of indoor fun!!

Rebekah couldn't have been happier when she opened the Password Journal that she has been asking for - one happy girl!

Micah loved his pop-up Hot Wheels Diego toy. Perfect toy for a 2 year old boy!

The adults doing our "white elephant" gift swap - always fun!!

The Butler Family

The Russell Family

My Dad, his two sisters, and their cousin Olin.

My cousin Amy and her daughter, Legare.

And, the McKinney family. Not sure what is going on with my hair, or with most of us in this picture. Not the best, but will be funny in a few years!

Missing David and my hair is still crazy!

Love that Mariana is entertaining all the kids.

Gift Exchange with the Segraves

We are so blessed to have the Segraves family right up the street. You kids are growing up together right before our very eyes. I love looking back each year to see how you all have changed. We had a fun afternoon of exchanging gifts and enjoying playing together before the
"Christmas craziness" begins.

Opening gifts.

Micah got some cute Grinch pj's and he couldn't wait to put them on!

I love the "mischievous" look on Ben's face. Finally, a boy for Mrs. Paula!!

And... thank you to Lauren for taking this picture. I couldn't have asked God for a better friend in Paula - He must have known I would need her more than she will ever know!

McKinney's Visit from Santa

The kids were so excited about their visit from Santa during the Christmas Party. What fun!!

McKinney and his best pal, Drew.

McKinney - Santa came to visit and you greeted him and very quickly told him, "I have been very good this year". I love that -you have confidence in your behavior. Even if you haven't had the best day, you quickly get over it and move on to better things. I love this about you!

Then Santa went into a long explanation about why you need to get to bed early on Christmas Eve. I thought this was really cute.

Micah the Reindeer

Today, my little Joyful Soul, you had your first program at Celebration Academy. Your class sang three songs and recited a Bible verse. You looked so cute, however you didn't say a single word. We got a video, but since you didn't sing - I didn't take the time to upload it to the blog. So, here are some pictures I took at home before we left for the program.

Rebekah Takes the Lead

Today was the third AR Celebration of the school year. Rebekah - you have been working so hard to catch the girl in first place with AR points. And.... you did it!!! You are now 1st place for the entire school with AR points. Daddy and I are so proud of you and so are all your classmates. The video below is so cute - I can see you pop up in that Santa hat before Mr. Hitzges even calls your name. Way to go my sweet reader!!

Trimming the Tree and Visit with Santa

We had a great time with Santa this year. All the kids were excited to sit with him and talk about how good they have been this year!! He spent so much time with them and created a memorable experience for all of us!

We came home and trimmed the tree. Micah was especially excited since he doesn't really remember anything from last year. He loved each and every ornament - and the Georgia Tech Santa is still a fan favorite at the Crozier house!

Rebekah was really getting into it this year ~ She didn't just want her ornaments around the bottom, but insisted on climbing the ladder to make everything even! Love that!

Sweet McKinney - always looking for a good time and this is no different. So excited he could barely contain himself while I was getting the ornaments out of their boxes!

I have mentioned that I LOVE Christmas!!!

Thompson's Tree Farm Tradition

I know I say this every year, but we LOVE Thompson's Tree Farm. This year I thought it would be cool to take a trip down memory lane and see how the kids have changed over the years that we have been taking their pictures in the sleigh at the farm.

2006 - Our first year to visit Thompson's

2007 - This year we just happened to go on the Saturday that Santa was visiting.2008 - Micah joins the Crozier Crew

2009 - Last year I could talk Rebekah into wearing that hair bow :(

2010 - Wow how they have changed!

This year Thompson's added a new "attraction". The animal in the background is a cow - yes a cow. A very hairy cow - strange, but cute!

And we always love to feed the goats.