a Nintendo DS and a set of scriptures; Porter got a lot of really cool Star Wars gear including the Captain Rex helmet he's been asking for since August, and the Clone Wars AT-TE he really wanted.
The hits? Well, the Nintendo DS has been fantastic. Porter loves the Leapster Clone Wars game we got him. That darn AT-TE I wanted to throw out nearly from the get go--it has cool "articulated" legs for different "poses." Those same articulated legs break off under the minutest of pressure, causing a great deal of frustration for Porter, and his mom & dad.
Anyway, it's a cool toy, but it is very frustrating!We had some wonderful guests for Christmas, Tommy, Katrina and their little
addition;
and my girlfriend Roni and her cutie Koji. My brother is playing peak-a-boo with him here. He was so cute--we got several giggles and belly laughs from this game. I really loved having all my friends and family around for Christmas day. My brother the chef cooked the ham and roast "beast" for Christmas dinner, and it was fantastic. We also swooped in to see Paul's brother and sister-in-law for the afternoon. I was really struck by how blessed we are to have so much family in the area, and that we need to take more advantage of that. Tom and Paul told stories and memories of their Dad, who passed before I met Paul, so the kids don't even know him. It was great hearing their stories. I now know that Jake comes by his pickiness genetically. Tom said he remembers Grandpa Z picking up Tim (the 3rd oldest) and shoving food in his mouth when he refused to eat (not gently either). I do swear there are times we feel like this too!
We had some great quiet moments that day too. I love this shot with Rachael and baby Bella, my little bother Joel's latest addition and the "other" girl in the family.
We are so blessed!
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You probably won't get this comment but I couldn't agree more! we are blessed to have family surrounding us. you guys are the MOST important thing i have in my life, not only are you my seeester but you are also my friend. I do cherish you Nesh, you are an example of sooo many things. I love to giggle with you... whether its at a joke or our evil giggle when we get some unsuspecting persons parking spot!
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