Christmas Surprises

Daddy was so excited about his presents, who does his smile remind you of?

Uncle Ryan was happy to see he had a few presents under the tree. We've got to keep him looking hot for his women!

Bryson got his Game Boy advance SP! I wish I could capture the moment like Natalie can, because this picture doesn't do Bryson justice. The boy was jumping up and down like crazy. He was estatic to say the least about his present from Santa!

Garrett got his Pokemon cards (this is all Garrett wanted for Christmas), he told us he already had enough toys.

Tanner got his coveted car ("just like Jackson's").

McKay got his favorite...a baby Einstein show, this baby is going to be a genius!

Our Favorite Christmas Lines

There always seems to be a lot of questions and inquiries in our home at Christmas time. The boys are very curious to find out how Santa and his elves really work. Here are some of our favorites:
BRYSON: "Mom, just so you know I'm watching to make sure Santa's paper is different than your wrapping paper this year. If it isn't then I'll know Santa isn't real."
GARRETT: "Mom, do I get a gift for everytime I've been nice this year. Because I haven't been very nice to my brothers this year. But, I was nice to McKay once, so I know I'll get one present. Does Santa count stuff from last year? I hope so, then I can get more presents!"
TANNER: (this was the year of endless questions) "Mom, how does Santa fit down the chimney? When is Santa's birthday? How old is Santa? Dad, I can't believe it, I got all these presents and I wasn't even very good this year!"
PAUL: "You boys better be good because Santa's elves are watching."

The Annual Christmas Eve Nativity

Our nativity was bigger and better than ever this year. The kids all dressed up happily (as you can see in Bryson's face) in their costumes and reinacted the first Christmas. The favorite part to be played was the shepherd because you got a cane, and the cane could be used as a weapon as well.

Garrett's Christmas program

Garrett was so excited to sing and dance in his 1st grade program. He was very proud of the fact that he got to dance with his "girlfriend" this time, Summer Chappell. Garrett was a wooden soldier and kept his eyes on Daddy and Uncle Ryan the whole time to make sure they were watching him (much to his teacher's dismay). Mommy was playing the piano for the program and was in awe of how his teacher, Mrs. Patterson seemed to pull everything togoether at the last minute. We were all very proud of Garrett. He is an excellent student and always trys to do his best.

Christmas lights at Temple Square

One of my favorite things to do at Christmas is go and see the lights at temple square. It was a freezing cold night, but really fun! McKay opted to sleep through the whole thing, I think he was probably roasting with all the layers I had on him. It was fun to have the whole Edwards' family together, and we already miss everyone. What's wrong with Utah? I mean its not that bad at all, and its much better that S.F. (just kidding Cory and Kristen).

Our Wild Little Turkeys!

Our eldest chief is CHIEF WILD TURKEY,

Next we have CHIEF Hubba Hubba!

This is CHIEF TAN HIDE...

and this is CHIEF PICK 'EM and EAT 'EM!

Edwards family Thanksgiving Party

After hours of trying to figure out some cute little "crafty" decoration for Thanksgiving, our one and only Kristen Edwards (A.K.A Martha Stuart) came up with these orginal Indian hats. The only problem was Paul's feathers wouldn't stay up. But with Martha's help (just a little med), Paul's feathers were up in no time!
Here is the whole clan, I've decided its nearly impossible to get everyone to look good at the same time. We may all look a little on the "hefty" side, but don't worry, its just because we finished eating Thanksgiving dinner and lots and lots of yummy pie!
Nothing is better after a big Thanksgiving feast than playing some football. It was perfect weather for it too!