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'Tis the Season!

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Merry Christmas! We've had a great Christmas season so far. We stayed in South Bend since we aren't quite up for traveling with Leah just yet, but we were able to see both of our families which was wonderful. Here are some highlights from our Christmas!

We finally got our Christmas tree last Monday - 2 whole days before Christmas!
Ryan found the perfect tree despite a lot full of Charlie Brown leftovers.

This week, Leah really seemed to have discoverd
that nighttime is mostly for sleeping!
She is sleeping in longer stretches at night - a perfect Christmas gift.

(But we still need our nap time!)

One of Leah's 1st Christmas outfits.

(Complete with yet another hat!)

The Dainty family Pinnochle tradition continued.





Leah was able to be spoiled by all her grandparents!

Hope you all have had a blessed Christmas season as well. We have been thinking of those of you we weren't able to see and hope to see you soon! Merry Christmas!

Comments

Amber said…
I'm so glad you guys had such a nice Christmas! Have an equally fun New Year :)
December 31, 2008 at 10:18 AM
Anonymous said…
It truly was a blessed Christmas with such a special gift of a new baby in the family!
January 1, 2009 at 8:59 AM
Jenny said…
She is absolutely beautiful! We miss you, friends, and hope you are doing well!
January 7, 2009 at 11:48 AM
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