Tuesday, December 28, 2010

Christmas with friends

My Mom so graciously allows me to take over her house each year for our friends Christmas party. Chad & I love this night! It's usually the beginning of our holiday festivities and it allows us to celebrate with great people. Here are a couple pictures from this years fun!

The Maternity department
Missy = January, Kristy = January, Christa = February & Me = May

No surprise here! ;)
Each year there are 2 traditions:
1) Bunko
2) Friends Christmas video


Thanks to everyone for coming!
We hope you all had an amazing Christmas and look forward to many more memories in 2011.

A visit with Santa 2010

Chase turns 2!

I know I'm going to say it every year but I can't believe Chase is 2! He truly makes everyday for Chad & I more special. We're constantly laughing at his vocabulary or when he copies what we say. Then there are the tender moments when he asks "Whatcha doing Mommy?" and climbs into my lap for a snuggle. I am thankful everyday for you Chase!
Since December is always a busy month for us we tried to make it as simple as possible this year. Tyler's birthday is the day before Chase's. So we had a wonderful family lunch to celebrate them both. Chase was on overload this year with all his presents. So basically, you won't see him looking into the camera for any of these pictures. ;) We had a great day though. Thanks to our AMAZING family for blessing our little man! He loves you all so much.


Then on Chase's actual birthday all his friends came over for a penguin themed party. We have such wonderful friends and I'm so grateful that Chase gets to grow up with such a fantastic group of kids. They're to much fun!!!
My amazing friend Bria designed, created and helped me pull off these cupcakes! B, don't know what I would have done without you. Love ya tons!!!


Black icing wasn't maybe my best idea...
but the kids sure were adorable!

Tuesday, December 7, 2010

A celebration


We had the massive privilege of celebrating my Father in law's 80th birthday! There are many things that I love and respect about my in laws. My father in law has treated me like one of his own from the moment I said "I do." He has learnt a lot over his years but the thing that is most important to him is his family. Something I truly admire and work hard to establish in our home. Dad B has a warmth that is truly inviting and a tenderness I love. I'm so thankful to have him in my life! Here are a few pictures from our lunch...





Mom B's birthday bear! hahahaha I love it!

My favorite tradition!

When Chad & I got married we decided we wanted to cut down a real tree every year for Christmas. This was our little family tradition. Now that Chase is apart of it makes it even more exciting! My heart was melting this year as we headed out to get our trees with our brothers. We all laughed and dreamt of the day we could do this with all our kids. Even though kids are still in the future for them, it brings a smile to my face thinking of what a special time that will be.
Trent found the perfect tree! ;)
Helping Daddy
Stacie wanted to show that Ty was matching her and accidentally popped his buttons open. I cracked up! It's the perfect picture of the 2 of them.

Ty's technique was priceless

Ta da!
The Russell's adorable little tree!
Chase had so much fun
Auntie B was showing Chase how old their Christmas tree is
The Bennett's tree 2010
Success!
So thankful for these timeless traditions! They are the memories I cherish in my heart.

First snow




We got a little bit of snow the end of November. Here are a few pictures of Chase's adventures. Plus, building his 1st snowman with Daddy!

Monday, November 15, 2010

Bennett Thanksgiving getaway!

We were so spoiled this year and got the opportunity to celebrate Thanksgiving and Charlie's birthday up in Tulameen. We all napped, roasted marshmallows and enjoyed the amazing beauty that surrounded us. It truly was a piece of heaven on earth! I was so thankful for the time away. Life has been so nuts lately! Our weekend in Tulameen really was refreshing.

Chase loves Uncle T-bone!
My in-laws are so cute

Stacie took Ty out fishing...
...here he is applying the worm to his hook! ;)
Charlie & Dad enjoying a canoe ride

Helping Daddy get wood for the fire



The best part of fall for me!