Wednesday, January 16, 2008

Christmas Holiday

I know Christmas is now a distant memory for many of you but I am just now finding time to post about our wonderful vacation spent with family over the holiday. Now that we are home in California it seems very weird to be posting pictures of us all bundled up in snow gear when it is a warm 75 degrees outside. We were able to spend time with both my family as well as Morris's family on our Christmas break. We spent the first part of our vacation with the Poole's and had a great time visiting with family, puzzling, and eating crepes and other delicious treats. We spent a week there and I managed to not take any pictures the whole time.

Next we were off to Idaho to spend some time with my family. With my family growing at such a rapid rate it is difficult for us to all get together anymore. All of my siblings were able to make it to Idaho for a quick visit with the exception of two--6 out of 8 is not bad. We had so much fun with my family. First activity on the agenda was some sledding at Bogus Basin Ski Resort. Group shot of all of the sledders.
Addie was such a good sport in these frigid temps. She had a grin on her face the whole time. I love this little Addie Cakes.
Morris and I waiting to get on the lift for another run.
After everyone arrived in Boise we headed to the mountains and more SNOW! We had a cabin with a beautiful lake view and plenty of activities to keep the kids entertained. Isaac was a master of the ping pong defeating all of his opponents while Reagan kept the Air Hockey table warm. The men spent most of their time watching movies in the theatre and way too much football and the ladies worked together to complete newborn baby kits for charity. I also face planted into the ice while attempting to show my nieces and nephews how to take the hill, it didn't work out quite like I planned--sorry no picture of the damage done. I was so happy finally got to meet baby Claire, she is a treat and to see Heidi's baby bump.

We had so much fun with our families, we wish every visit could be longer. Can't wait until our next trip.

5 comments:

Jamie said...

I like the getup you were wearing tubing! Looks good. I wish we would have done that, it looks fun.

Heidi said...

That is funny you took no pics with Mo's fam. So I didn't help at all with the baby stuff... whoops! I was too into that puzzle.

Troy, Erin and baby Boston said...

I'm glad you guys had a great Christmas! I told my sister about you, and she'd love to chat with you or answer any questions you might have. Here's her email address: saradunngood@hotmail.com

melissamay said...

Ash-
Cute family pictures. I can't believe how your family is growing. Especially the twins. The last time I saw them they were just toddlers. Who is the little girl with red hair?
Anyway, I'm glad you had a fun holiday. Next time you are in Utah give me a call if you have time to go to Cafe Rio.
loveyobutt
melissamay

Kim Allen said...

That was fun to see everyone and be surrounded by snow!