Nielson Christmas Party

Last night we had a great time at the Nielson Christmas Party. Mia was very good, and did her best to keep up with the big kids. She was walking all over, giving hugs, and she got to unwrap her first Christmas present...a cool Nielson backpack! She also enjoyed eating some party foods (cheesy potatoes, cheese, crackers...mommy's favorites too!). The pictures show the cutest things she did. Sophie Bruns & Mia were giving each other hugs for like 2 minutes straight, then she took a picture with Parker Stecher and crawled up on his lap, and finally mommy and daddy got a great picture in front the Christmas tree. Do you notice Daddy's new hair cut?!

Baby's First Thanksgiving

Last week we celebrate Amelia's first Thanksgiving. We went to Macomb on Wendesday night and spent Thanksgiving day with Grandma, Opa, Uncle Carson & Aunt Krista, and other family and friends. It was a fun day, and Mia tried her first turkey and mashed potatoes. However, she wasn't too thrilled about it because she was on medication for croop that makes you fussy. :( But she did get to enjoy another Thanksgiving meal this past Wednesday when we celebrate with our small group. She had lots of fun being at Grandma's though, and Grandma even hung a swing in her doorway to keep her entertained. She loved it! Mom, Dad, Uncle Carson & Aunt Krista went shopping on Black Friday and Mia stayed with Grandma and Opa. The most exciting purchase was a new flat screen TV! We love it! Mia is still not quite herself this week, but I think she's finally starting to get over this sickness. She's still explaining lots on her feet and starting to walk even more. She's enjoying having our Christmas tree up and ripping the ornaments off the tree too! I'll post some more pictures in another post.