Christmas Day 2011

Christmas morning started out with just the three of us, which was a great way to spend the early hours of the day.  We snapped a shot of Jack waiting patiently at the top of the stairs, although I'm pretty sure he had no idea he was supposed to be anticipating anything more than breakfast.

Jack watched as Jacob and I exchanged our gifts before he opened anything.  I bet that's the last time that will happen!  He was happy to eat his cereal bar and drink his milk, so we went ahead and opened our gifts.  I was lucky enough to receive parent/child swim lessons from Jack.  We start of Friday, and I'm so excited!

Later in the morning, Nana and Aunt Christy came over to eat breakfast and open gifts with us.  By the end of our time together, Jack seemed to be annoyed by all of the gift unwrapping.  I think he was a bit overwhelmed!

Jack has loved playing with his new kitchen.  I know, I know.  A kitchen for a boy?  When Jacob's mom asked me what Jack wanted for Christmas, I knew right away that this would be a great idea.  Our family spends countless hours in our kitchen and I wanted Jack to have a kitchen that fit him perfectly.  He really has enjoyed it and it has proved to be great for independent play.  (Thank you, Nana!)

Aunt Christy's boyfriend, Joe designed and built these amazing chairs for our family.  I know it took him a lot of time and effort, and we love them!  Jack really enjoys being 'big' in his own chair and you can find him sitting up high, smiling, and swinging his legs.  (And check out those new kicks from Aunt Christy!)

One of Jack's favorite parts of the day was sitting by the fire at Nana's house.  Christy made the tile base for the fire pit.  These people are crafty!