Merry Christmas

Breaking into the treats

Running away with her treats

Snagging her treats

Giving Gpa Hugs

Mom's cedar chest

Kambrie's trophy shelf

Well, Christmas has come and gone, it always sneaks up on me and the checkbook so quickly. LOL!! Just did some after Christmas calculating, OUCH! All kidding aside it was a very nice Christmas.

Cameron received the goldfinger he wanted for his snowmachine, not that he can ride it right now anyways with a bum shoulder, Playstation game, football dvds, H-packs and tons of clothes. Kambrie received an Ipod which now it is almost impossible to talk to her, without her pulling a plug out and asking "WHAT", webkinz, make-up, boots, a very nice shelf, and a boat load of clothes that I believe have found a home already on her bedroom floor. Hank received the weed sprayer he picked out for himself, some clothes that he desperately needed, a coat, a sportsmans package and an auto kit. I received a very nice frame that I had been eyeballing at Michaels, a clock, a food processor (YAY!), clothes, purse, and a little scrapbook that I might actually do.

We opened gifts at our house bright and early, thanks to Kambrie who is usually never out of bed before noon, today she was up at 7. I can't even get her up at 7 on a school day. Mom, Dad, Marlea, and Ted come over while we opened gifts then they journeyed down to Mindy's. After they were done at Mindy's we all went over to mom's to watch them open gifts. Dad made mom a cedar chest like he did for all of us girls last year. (I LOVE MINE) They are all gorgeous. He built Kambrie a shelf to put all of her trophies on and even wrote on the back of it for her to always keep. He had a set of H-packs made for Cameron, which he is thrilled to have. Dad built Macy and Hallie each an armoire to put their clothes in and the monkey (McKade) was anxiously waiting to see what Grandpa had for him. We all went outside to watch Dad drive the snowmobile out of the shop that he had gotten McKade. It was fun to watch him look it over and realize his name was on the front of it. Grandpa & McKade hopped on to go for a little ride and just about rode right into my van.

Mom had fixed dinner, which was delicious. We ate and enjoyed each others company then we went home for a little bit to have a much needed nap. As Hank had worked until 2 a.m Christmas morning and I stayed up until 5 a.m. trying to put music on Kambrie's Ipod.

Later that evening the kids & I went back to mom & dad's to play games. Hank wasn't feeling well and decided he better stay home, I wish he could have come over but knew he didn't feel well. We had a good evening playing games and visiting. Even Tinkerbelle had a very Merry Christmas, she really like her kitty treats.

The kids were also spoiled with gift cards and cash from Gpa Henry & DeVon, Gpa Dan, Gpa Reynolds & Gma Reynolds. Cameron has already spent his. :)

Hope you all had a very Merry Christmas!

Oh, Grandpa Henry & DeVon your gift is on its way.

Thought for Thursday

"There is no one perfect way to be a good mother. Each situation is unique. Each mother has different challenges, different skills and abilities, and certainly different children. The choice is different and unique for each mother and each family. Many are able to be 'full-time moms,' at least during the most formative years of their children's lives, and many others would like to be. Some may have to work part- or full-time; some may work at home; some may divide their lives into periods of home and family and work. What matters is that a mother loves her children deeply and, in keeping with the devotion she has for God and her husband, prioritizes them above all else."
M. Russell Ballard, "Daughters of God," Ensign, May 2008, 108

December 6 thru December 14

Saturday, December 6th ~ Hank, Cameron, Kambrie and I loaded up in the truck to go get us a Christmas tree. It was a beautiful day, not too much snow and the sun was shining. We had fun trying to find two good trees and bringing them home. We stopped out on one of the turn outs that look over the valley and had a little picnic then headed home. Hank had to cut the tree about three times before it was the right height. We set the trees up and then had to get ready to go to Hank's Brewster Company Christmas party. It was held at the Rupert Elks, we had a good time. The food was good, the kids received nice gifts, and we learned that Twark could actually kind of dance. LOL!! Kambrie of course was out there dancing the whole time. When we got home the kids were still going a hundred miles an hour and wanted to decorate the trees so we (or should I say they) decorated the trees. They did a good job of decorating both trees, I have one in the piano room and one in the dining room. Cameron has really been in the Christmas decorating spirit this year, which I appreciate. However, he will learn it not all that fun to clean up. LOL!! ;)

Sunday, December 7th ~ Today we went to church where Kambrie was greeted by Sister Sunshine. After church we decided due to the busy week ahead we would just have a family party for Kambrie's Birthday. We enjoyed each others company and singing happy birthday to Kambrie. Can't believe she is 12 years old.

Monday, December 8th ~ Went to work as usual, sent my little girl flowers for her 12th birthday. After work I went to mothers classroom to get pics for my presentation that was due on Tuesday. I picked Kambrie up from school, went to tumbling, and voice lessons then treated her to her favorite dinner at Dairy Queen. She loves their shrimp basket. When we got home she had a couple friends (Macy & Sidney) over to play for a little while. I spent most of the evening getting my presentation ready for Tuesday.

Tuesday, December 9th ~ I went to work today and my computer gave me fits!!!! I could not get anything to work, finally the stupid thing started to move. I didn't think I was going to get my payroll done and I certainly didn't need anymore stress than my presentation was going to give me today. I went to class in Poky and gave my presentation all went well. HOORAY!! I also found out I passed 2 of my tests I had taken. I think Tuesday night I came home and went to bed. Still kinda foggy about it.

Wednesday, December 10th ~ Work was better today had a ton of payables to key on. After work I beat it home to finish up my other assignment for my Health class. Finished it up around six I think. Both of the kids went to mutual tonight, so it was just Hank and I. BORING!!! He watched t.v. while I worked on Christmas calendars on the computer.

Thursday, December 11th ~ I still had a gigantic pile of payables to key on today, finally found the bottom of the pile. I went up to watch a few of the wrestling matches this evening. I think that was about it.

Friday, December 12th ~ Work is always good on Friday, TGIF!!! Only four short hours away from doing nothing. :) Hank had his Black Hills party tonight, it was fun and the food was GREAT! We ate at the Garden Cafe, the steak was sooooooo good.

Saturday, December 13th ~ Today was a busy day. We went up to watch the wrestling matches, which is not as fun since Cameron is not wrestling yet due to a shoulder injury. But then again, it is still fun to watch the other boys on his team. After the wrestling matches we beat it home to get the house cleaned up for dinner tonight. We are having Grandpa Dan, Grandma Murphy, Levi's family, and Tucker's family over for dinner since we have a hard time getting together with them over Thanksgiving and Christmas. We usually have a dinner somewhere in between. Dinner was good and the kids had fun playing. We even had a visitor show up to see Ethan and Brylie. After everyone had left we kicked back for a little while, I think about 11:30 Mom and Grandma Joyce showed up to try some of our leftovers. I finally went to bed around 1, I think.

Sunday, December 14th ~ Today has been pretty lazy. We went to church, Kambrie has moved into Young Womens and excited to be moving on. I came home put on my jammies and updated my blog, now I am going to go have a nice long nap. ;)

Happy Birthday Baby Girl

Well, ok so she isn't a baby anymore. Kambrie Dawn turned 12 years old today. I cannot believe 12 years has gone by so quickly. I remember the day I brought her home and how excited I was. She has been so much fun to have in my life. When she was little I loved picking out her clothes and dressing her up, I can't do that anymore she picks out her own clothes and has her sense of style. Kambrie is fun and bubbly to be around, her smile is infectious. She is a true blessing in my life and will always be my baby girl. Happy Birthday Weedles.

Love you,

Mom

Festival of Trees

Last night Kambrie tumbled at the Burley JV game and her dance group performed at the Festival of Trees . She did a good job, however I would have liked to been able to see all of their faces. Some of the girls took a moment to visit Santa.