It's crazy to think how tiny Little Ms. Viv was last Christmas and now look what a big girl she is!
Last year we drove to the hospital (the first induction) in a blizzard thinking we might die, by Christmas day the earth was covered in fluffy and messy white stuff. This Christmas there was not a sign of any white stuff on the ground. I really hate snow, but somehow crave it for Christmas. I'm pretty sure all those Christmas movies have me brain washed, but needless to say, it was a dead, cold, snowless Christmas this year.
We had a great time celebrating the holidays without the snow!
We took a break from our Christmas Eve party last year due to getting home with our newborn the day before, but this year we ramped it up again. We had a house full of people, way more that could comfortably fit in our home; with that being said, the kids all had a blast and nobody was left without a place to be on Christmas Eve!
The kids had a "fun" time acting out the story of Jesus' birth. It was hectic and attention spans were minimal, but we pulled it off and everyone enjoys singing alone to the Christmas carols and hymns. Berke was a king this year and Vivi was the bright star.
We had a fun group this year. I love this tradition but realize I REALLY need a bigger place!
Santa visited our house this year and brought the kids lots of goods.
I bought the kids stockings from Pottery Barn Kids this year with their names on them; it was a bit expensive but I figure they can use them for years to come. I love them so much! Berkeley asked for nerf guns, legos, a Boston Snow globe, stuffed animals and a king stick. Santa pulled through on nearly everything except that king stick. Berke was happy with the turn out!
Vivienne got a few new outfits and Santa decided to recycle most of her brothers baby toys to her, which was smart on his end because it saved his elfs a lot of time and money. Good idea Ole St. Nick!
Berke was pretty spoiled this year between all the grandparents and Santa gifts. This kid has it pretty good. He got this awesome bike and was able to ride it around a bit already and is doing better than I expected. The kids down the street encouraged and helped him, which was pretty adorable.
Santa did bring this urban reversible baby bonnet for baby Viv who is obviously going to need it all summer with that fair skin. Pretty sure she looks ADORABLE in it!
It was another sucessful Christmas here at the Gentry home. We enjoyed putting together legos, eating monkey bread and lounging around in our PJs Christmas Day.
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