Just a few...

Here are a couple pics from our wonderful Christmas. This year was so much fun and the kids had a blast with all thier new goodies. I already can't wait for next year when Nolan can get into the action a little more! Hope everyone had a very Merry Christmas and we wish you all a happy and safe New Years!

The children were nestled all snug in their beds .....

.... but before they went happily to bed they got to open one Christmas gift! Every year we have let Norah open one gift Christmas Eve, always PJ's. We did this when I was growing up and thought it would be a fun tradition to keep with our kids. Nolan was much more interested in the wrapping paper, bows ect just as I had anticipated, but Norah couldn't have been more excited. I can not wait to see her face in the morning. Now that they are asleep and as soon as I finish this post I have to bake 2 pies and finish wrapping all the gifts, it's gonna be a long night.

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We hope that all of you have a Very Merry Christmas and enjoy the day and time spent with loved ones. I know we will.
Love, The Suetta's

A play date & a Christmas party

All bundled up to go play!

Nolan bundled too, yes he's front facing.... and loves it.

Nolan and his buddy Carson

They are almost the same size and Nolan's 3 months older, Carson is one big boy!

Norah and one of her bestest friends Alissa. Little princesses.

Daddy's work Christmas party, playin some football. Kinda :)

And it's Norah's turn with the ball (my little athlete)!

I absolutely love the winter weather we've been having, and am excited about the potential for a white Christmas. Yesterday we had a play date at my good friend Holly's house with her and her kiddo's. It was lots of fun, us mom's had a good time visiting while the kids entertained each other. Later that afternoon after the Nolan's nap we headed down to Casey's work for his Christmas party. It was a fun time too and was nice to be able to meet and visit with his co-workers. Casey's boss got the football out and the kids had fun taking turns playing with it. It was a fun, long day and I was really ready for a good nights sleep.

Northwest Trek field trip

Norah, Ruby and Violet in front of the moose statue.

Her poor little nose is already red and we haven't even started the walk yet!

Trying hard to see the animals hiding from the rain, this was the lynx exhibit and you could just barely see them.

Gettin out of the rain for a few minutes before going on the tram ride.

A herd of elk seen from the tram, there is only one boy in there for all those girls!

Bald eagle up close!

Norah posing :)

Norah blew on her hot chocolate so hard it splattered all over her face.
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Today Norah's preschool class had a field trip to Northwest trek. It was a really good time, but the weather was kind of a bummer. I am really glad I decided to leave Nolan at home with my Dad because he would have been miseralble. Thanks Dad! Despite the rain we were still able to see lots of the animals. We saw the most on the tram ride. There were elk, deer, bison, goats and 5 very large moose! The tram ride was Norah's favorite part, and some of the animals were only feet away from the tram. We will definantly be heading back when the weather is a bit nicer :)

Pictures with Santa

Today we went to the mall and got pictures taken with Santa! It was fun, and the kids did really good. Nolan had a smile on his face in all 25 pictures that were taken. Norah was a bit distracted some of the time but did manage to smile for the camera (a little).

11 months already ?!?!

It is hard to believe that in one short month my precious little baby will be a one year old little boy! Where has the last 11 months gone? I'm not really sure but, I know they've been busy and filled with lots of good memories, fun times and lots and lots of cuddles, hugs and kisses. I just love this little guy so much :)