Thanksgiving

We had a lovely Thanksgiving at my Moms. I made pumpkin pie and 12 layer jello salad (a family tradition). It was nice actually living here because I could contribute. The grandkids made candy chains and Lexi loved playing with her cousins. It was so great to be with everyone. The day after Thanksgiving we went with Cole's siblings to visit Grandpa Chamberlain, eat at The Pie, and see the lights at temple square. It was so fun to see them and catch up. I felt especially lucky to have Cole's siblings in my kids lives because they are so good to them and I can tell they love them. There's nothing better than seeing your kids bond with their cousins, aunts, uncles, etc. I didn't take many pictures but it was a great weekend.

Best Dad

Cole is the best Dad. When he comes home from a 12 hour work day the first thing he does is play with the kids and help me out. He doesn't ever complain and comes up with creative things to do with the kids. Lexi loves to play in the basement with him. I love Cole so much and am so blessed to have such a righteous husband.

Laugh

Lexi is still making us laugh. The other day I had to take her to a public bathroom. We went to go in but it was occupied. I told Lexi we would have to wait. She looked at me and said, "I have pants on let's go in there." It took me a minute to realize but soon it dawned on me she was looking at the signs. I laughed so hard and then tried to explain to her why she couldn't go in the one with the pants on the sign.

Santa

We took the kids to see Santa at Costco. Lexi was so excited and was trying to figure out how it all worked. When we got to the parking lot she asked us where his sleigh was. Once we actually got to see him she was really nervous and we had to bribe her but she did it. She told him she wanted a camera. Carter was nervous and would cry on and off. He wanted to pull Santas beard. It was a fun night and magical as I explained to Lexi the magic of Santa.

7 Months Old

Carter turned 7 months old just before Thanksgiving. He was sitting up with a little support and getting up on all 4. He now likes baby food and his favorite food is green beans. He is still the happiest little boy you've ever seen and brings so much joy to us.