C is for Cookie & Claus

Previously I forgot to post this photo of two favorite ladies playing Ring Around the Rosie.

Well Gracie and I have had some good times together over the past couple weeks. The first week in December we were able to enjoy an impromptu night at the Peters after weather kept us from making the trip into the mountains. The time together was so relaxing and Gracie just loved spending more time with her grandparents. She was even able to surprise Neil by calling him Papa. There were lots of fun and kisses for all. Gracie just loves her Monkey PJs and trying to get the remote control to work.

This past week I traveled to Atlanta for just a quick 36 hour trip, though that provided Gracie with additional time with the Grandmas. Gracie loved it and has learned to say GiGi (JiJi?) for Grandma Jeanne.

Saturday was the annual cookie day with my mom, Julianne, Violet, and about 10 other people. This was Gracie's first year to enjoy the fun that was had by all. Here are a couple photos from the day to see all of our hard work surrounded by fun!

Today was the first Christmas celebration day. Nicole had a holiday party for her play group that included a traveling music class. Gracie just adored the music that was played and signing while I was able to take the morning off and enjoy her reaction. Her love for music leads to more and more dancing everyday. We were lucky and visited with Santa at the Parker library tonight with Adam for the first time. As you can see from the photos, Gracie wasn't excited about the idea. She thought he was very interesting when I was her support, especially his beard.

Here is the perfect photo of Gracie because she is wearing a fun outfit and talking on the phone aka DaDa. Her obsession with phones is almost as strong as her obsession with Bananas.

Gracie is the light of our life that we can't wait to celebrate Christmas with. Wishing everyone a blessed Christmas season.