AAU basketball tourny 12-28

Utah Elite

Porter has been playing on a basketball team, and has been getting a little frustrated. It's a third grade team, and he hasn't had too much playing time. The team played in the holiday tournament after Christmas, and Porter tore it UP. I think his basketball game just needed a little confidence, because he is a different kid on the court now! It was fun to watch him play so hard.

Merry Christmas

Christmas is MAGIC. I can't believe how much fun can be smashed into one month! My kids were so fun this year, and so excited about everything. I have to say that I am sad it's over. January is long, cold, and pretty uneventful around our house. I guess I should work on changing that :)...
Christmas morning was a huge hit. Santa brought the kids a TRAMP, ds games, wii games, and a whole lot of toys. We gave Porter a bike, Trace a 3ds, and Roc new skis. Chad has taken after his Dad this time of year, and totally goes crazy! He spoiled me with all kinds of great things. One of my favorite is my new blender... a BLEND TECH!
After our morning with our family we went to church then headed out the door for more Christmas fun. First to Hansen's. Steve let us all pick out our own ART this year. Everyone was surprised to see what everyone else had picked out. We got to beautiful pieces for our basement. We also got new folding chairs! The kids got a bunch of fun toys too!
Next it was off to the Garners for dinner and more presents! Mom and Dad kept the broadway tradition alive this year with tickets to WICKED. I seriously can't wait. The kids got a new karaoke machine, and can't wait for mom and dad to get it out and start playing with it!

Christmas Eve 12-24

IT'S FINALLY HERE!!

We are so excited we can hardly sleep... especially me! This year we spent Christmas eve with Chads family. We had a yummy steak dinner, acted out the nativity, had a neat thought on our savior from Steve, sang a few Christmas songs, the kids showed off a few talents, and then we played a few games. We got home in decent time so we could leave Santa cookies and diet coke. My mom and Dad came over right as we were getting in bed, and helped getting everything just right for old saint nick!

Shawn and Amy 12-23

Amy and the kids flew in the 15th. Shawn flew in the 21st. Let's just say one thing.... "The Hansens like a late night game!" Ever since the whole family has been together it has been one late night after another!

Gingerbread houses 12-21

Willards invited us over for some pre Christmas fun... GINGERBREAD HOUSES!

Temple square 12-19

Tiff and Jolley are finally back for Christmas. My kids have been so excited to get to play with Logan, Grace, and Charlie again. For family night we got to together with the Sundloffs and the Garners for what I hope to be a new family tradition... TEMPLE SQUARE.
We started at Crown Burger for a yummy dinner, and a place to park. We walked up to the temple, and enjoyed all the beauty this special place has to offer! It was just another great memory we can add to all the fun things our families get to do together. We are so grateful for both of these families in our lives!

Layton Lights 12-12

We've been wanting to get the Hansen's together for a Christmas party, but everyone's schedules are TIGHT!
We decided we wanted to go to Layton lights for family night, and invited everyone to come too! It was a fun way to get into the holiday spirit.
After lights we ended up at Krispy Kreme's for donuts and hot chocolate!

Moms Italian Christmas Party 12-18

As always, Mom threw a super fun party this year. We celebrated Christmas Italian style! From pasta for dinner to Italian cream sodas. We even learned about La Bafana. Santa made is annual stop, but this time brought La bafana with him. The kids loved being with Jonah, and all the family! I'm loving this holiday season... Everything seems to be just right!