Christmas #1

This weekend we went to our favorite spot on the Oregon Coast, Depoe Bay, to celerate Christmas with the Thompson/Rice clan! Since we always go to Tucson for the actual holiday, it is so nice to create some fun holiday traditions here in the Northwest.

We had beautiful weather at the coast and spent almost the entire trip just playing with the boys. But we did make time to eat some delicious food that Mary so graciously prepared and to exchange some gifts.

Here are some photos of our Christmas #1 celebration but this first one is by far the best! It is sure to be a classic!


D and Alex - my boys!

His smile just warms my soul

Christmas-ness!

Alex wouldn't go to sleep so he joined the gift session

Katie and Jesse bought this shirt for David. We bought this shirt for Jesse. But Jesse had already bought the shirt for himself. Thus...you get this picture! I guess great minds think alike.

Katie, Mary and Ryder

All the boys

Me with my son and nephew

Santa's little helper (thanks for the socks Kristin)
Now onto Christmas #2 in Tucson...STAY TUNED and HAPPY HOLIDAYS