The Holidays

Alex and I are blessed to have both families within minutes of each other. It makes it easy to always go to the same town every holiday, but it is also very difficult managing time between the two families. This year, Thanksgiving was with my family and Christmas was with his. 

I was particularly suuuuper excited for Thanksgiving for this reason:

Mr Henry!! 

We hadn't met Henry yet and I couldn't wait to get my hands on that squishy little boy! Ooo I just want to squeeze him! Henry is 2 months older than Annie. They're already good pals.

Have you ever seen a Thanksgiving Tree?!? These pictures don't do it justice. Simply magical!

My wonderful grandparents whom I absolutely love and adore!

My great aunt Marian.

Henry!! (And his beautiful mama!)

"Nuggle me, Mommy!" (picture courtesy of Lucy)

My parents' dog, Brodie. According to Lucy and Todd, every dog they see is "Brodie" 

(picture also by Lucy)

Christmas at the Geyers

The traditional Christmas Eve program. 

The kids have an absolute blast dressing up and sharing their talents!

I tried dressing Todd up as a shepherd, but he insisted on being a Storm Trooper instead.

The newest addition to the family - Corbin! Just the sweetest little guy! I love brand new babies. Especially him!

I especially love this guy right here too!

Another gorgeous tree! I need some of this tree decorating business to rub off on me

 Lucy giving the baby Jesus some loves 

Christmas morning

I'm amazed at how relatively patient my children are on Christmas morning. 

They loved seeing a couple over-sized gifts with their names on them. Santa's pretty great. 

The one thing Lucy begged Santa for - a Doc McStuffins doll! I'm telling you, this girl knows and loves anatomy and anything involving doctors. She's a daddy's girl.

This Boy!

gosh, I love him

iLovin

Christmas Card 2013

We started out 2013 with a move into a cute little house with an awesome backyard. By awesome, I mean a giant tree that shades the entire yard! That’s a big deal for living in Arizona with two very energetic, outdoor-loving kids. Top it off with a swing set given to us by loving neighbors who couldn’t take it with them on their cross-country move, and this momma is one happy, less stressed lady! The kids love it too, of course. Especially when dad comes home and pushes them on the swings.

Alex started his second year of medical school at the University of Arizona where he is excelling in his school work and is loving every second of it despite the long study nights before a big test. He does a fantastic job at balancing being both a student and a father. Outside of fatherhood and school work, he has enjoyed playing intramural football, going to the gym, riding bikes with the family, and serving in our church. He is scheduled to take his first board exam this coming year. Late nights, many prayers, and lots of cinnamon gummy bears up ahead!

I have had a few late nights myself, whether it be up with the kids, blogging, or editing pictures. Photography and writing are a big part of my life outside of my family. I plan on starting school at the U of A next semester and I’m extremely nervous with how I’m going to keep myself from drowning in diapers and homework. But somehow I’ll manage. My excitement for going back to school outweighs my hesitations. Wish me luck!

Lucy (4) started preschool this year, and my goodness does she ever love it! When she gets home, she can’t stop talking about what she did that day and often wants to play “school”. She insists on playing the part of teacher. We are amazed at her impeccable memory and her ability to learn. She fills our home with songs, stories, and an enthusiasm for all things big and little. She is constantly being reminded to lower her voice level through her frequent bursts of excitement! She is the best big sister anyone could ask for and is always eager to help mom.

Todd (2) is a little charmer and can’t help but grab the attention of the sweet old ladies at the grocery store. He loves to snuggle, and although his insistent begging to be snuggled drives me nuts at times, I secretly love it and relish it, because I know he’ll one day be too cool for his parents. He is working on his speaking abilities and is drastically improving on a daily basis. He has no shortage of creativity as he is constantly building and assembling things into toddler masterpieces! And I’m not talking about the crayon on the doors, walls and floor. :) He loves robots and trains, and Buzz Lightyear is still a favorite.

Anna (8 months) joined our family in April. She is such a breath of fresh air and mellows us crazies down. She greets everyone with an open mouth smile and constantly gets comments about her big, wide eyes. Her adorable little ringlets above her ears are enough to kill you with cuteness! She is on the verge of crawling as well as on the verge of joining her siblings in making many messes.

We hope that you and your family have found much joy this past year, and we wish you the best in the year to come! We are grateful for our Savior, His birth, sacrifice, and love on behalf of us all.

Merry Christmas!

Love, The Geyer Family