One More Holiday Celebration

Okay, so this post has a ton of pictures...sorry! I have been given some grief because I have slacked off a little in my posting. I guess this time things have just gotten away from me. We have had a wonderful visit with my sis and I am really going to miss her when she leaves for California tomorrow. I wish California wasn't so far away. It is still good to see the whole Yu crew and get to do some fun stuff with all the family. Now we can just start counting down the days until Clearwater.

Mom with all her girls in Gastonia.

Being silly with my sisters. That little 100 pound frame is heavier than it looks. Must be all those muscles Cici!

A picture of our entire family. I am always amazed when we can actually get one these days.

My mother's friend from high school and her daughter Jennifer all came to visit too on Sunday with their families. It was so great to see everyone. We had to get a great big picture of us all together.

Michael resting on the couch with Emily.

Michael and Wilson with those crazy Masseys. Boy is that a bunch of wild kids. Cindy has her hands full.

Tonight at dinner Michael was trying to give Atticus a hug. I think Atticus didn't really like Michael's technique.

Atticus and Wilson playing with the train.

Oh, we should have put them all in a tub together from the very beginning. They were great friends in the water.

Splish, Splash little guys. We sure did have fun and we are really going to miss Yu guys. Love you all!

Bouncing with Atticus!

We have spent the past few days hanging out with the Yu's (my sis Laurie) from California. They drove all the way across the country this year just to spend Christmas here in Morganton. Wilson and Michael enjoyed spending time with their cousin Atticus...by enjoy I mean pushing, shoving, hitting, and lots of use of the word "mine". Oh well, in a few years they will all have a blast together...especially with Andrew as their faithful leader. Saturday we loaded up the wild guys and took them to Bouncin' Kids to let off some steam. It is the best place to take your children and it practically guarantees they will take a nap after it is all said and done. I know I sure needed one when we got home.

Michael and Atticus are ready to Bounce. Yes, that is Steve and Bryan in the 4th row of the Suburban (a.k.a. the trunk).

Wilson's first trip down the slide.

I could not get over how little Atticus could climb. Must come from growing up in Yosemite.

Michael gets Memaw Claus to go down the slide with him.

Wilson and Michael taking Memaw through the slide.

Atticus gets to climb with his dad Steve.

Christmas 2008

Merry Christmas to everyone! We have had two wonderful days filled with family and presents and good times. Although I am exhausted from all the festivities it is always so great to be with all of our families. I just wanted to thank each of you again for making this such a wonderful holiday for us and especially for Wilson and
Michael. We love each and every one of you. Merry Christmas!

Happy Birthday Poppa

Friday, December 19th, was Poppa Clauses' birthday. We got to celebrate tonight with a little cake and ice cream and a lot of Christmas carols with Wilson and Michael. We love you Poppa! Hope you had a great birthday weekend. Enjoy your fresh wine!

Michael and Wilson helping Poppa open his gift. It was a wine vacuum that helps to keep your wine fresh...Pop loves gadgets. Wilson thought it looked more like something Dr. Whalley uses to look in his ear!

Wilson and Poppa trying to figure out how it works.

Michael and Poppa singing the birthday song.

Wilson and Michael waiting to help blow out the candles, their favorite part.

Wee School Pictures

A couple of weeks ago Michael and Wilson had their pictures made at Wee School. Michael was practicing all morning before school. Normally he is my more camera friendly child. Wilson has a tendency to tell people to "stop looking at mine". Low and behold, on picture day they reversed roles. As you will see below, Wilson suddenly became the little model and Michael wanted nothing to do with the photographer. Had to buy them though because it was just so funny. Love and Merry wishes to everyone.

Michael finally cooperating for a picture after Ms. Lynda gave him a piece of candy. This is the best we could get!

Wilson was the first up and was great in front of the camera...so not Wilson fashion but these pictures are great.