Christmas 2008

Christmas this year was a whirlwind of fun and excitement for Evan. We began the day early Christmas morning opening presents and stockings (from Santa.) Evan got a big box of building blocks and a wooden train set from Mom and Dad, and lots and lots of bubble bath from Santa.


Why bubble bath? Because Evan loves three things: bananas, Daddy and BUBBLES. Here he is Christmas morning getting squeaky clean before we headed to Grandma Nelson's.

"More bubbles, Mom? I think I need more bubbles."

Here's a great video of Evan asking for more bubbles. I had an Even better one, but Evan stood up in the tub and Blogger doesn't allow nudity on this site. (Seriously though - in the age of creepy Internet predators I thought we better keep it rated G, just in case.)

After a big noontime feast at Grandma Nelson's (which I forgot to bring the camera to...and I forgot the gifts, and we were late...sheesh.) we headed over to Grandma and Grandpa Irvin's for Christmas dinner. Evan got some fun toys and this BIG box from Grandma...what could it be???

It's CARDBOARD HOUSE! How cute is that?! Evan loved it! He spent the rest of the night climbing inside, opening and closing the door and windows and "peeking out" at everyone. He even took a blankie inside and pretended to "go to sleep."

Grandma Irvin and Evan

Evan's Uncle "Alex."



The fam showing off their Christmas spirit.

Okay, now a serious one. (Back, L to R: Shawn, Bruce, Jeremy and Alex. Front, L to R: Emily, Pamela and Evan.)

Evan was too tired out by the end of the night - all he wanted to do was nap on Grandpa's shoulder.

Today we went to celebrate the season with the Walter's side of the family. Evan had a great time playing with his second cousins - including when Jaxon and Evan took a ride on this horsey strapped to Dan's knee! How cute.

Three of the four sisters - Pat, Barb (Jeremy's Mom) and Diane.

Cousin Brena showing Evan some tunes on the piano.

And with that - MERRY CHRISTMAS to you all! Sorry we didn't get any cards sent out this year. We promise to do better next year. Have a blessed and happy 2009!