Jude's First Christmas

Christmas was extra special for us this year. It was Jude's first Christmas and we went to Monroe to celebrate. We had Christmas with Peppy and Nali on Christmas Eve then went to Mass. We then went back to Mamie's house where Jude, Jenna Kate, and Parker got cookies and chocolate milk ready for Santa Claus. Everybody went to bed and woke up to presents galore from Santa! Jude had so much fun with Jenna and Parker and got lots and lots of new toys! He of course was a little more interested in what Jenna and Parker were doing....and in the paper and ribbons, but has enjoyed his toys since we've been home.

After Christmas Mamie came back to Dallas with us and brought Jenna Kate and Parker to stay for a few days. We went to the Galleria where Jenna and Parker took and ice skating lesson. Jenna needed one trip around the ring and was good to go on her own. She picked up fast and did great! Parker had fun during the lesson but wasn't quite big enough to go on his own so Parker and I went to the playground in the mall instead. After that, we took Jenna to the American Girl store and I believe she was a little overwhelmed at all the American Girl Dolls, clothes, accessories, etc. The next day we went to the aquarium and saw some pretty awesome fish. Jude liked the monkeys and flamingos the best! We had a really good time when they were here and hope they come back soon. I see Parker and Jude being big buds as they get older. They were so sweet playing together :)