And then The Opening of the Presents!

This was a good year for the kids, they got a lot and they were very aware of who the gifts came from and were very thankful. That is important as they do get too many gifts, I admit that, but at least they are interested in getting gifts for others too. Kaleigh picked out a beautiful bookmark for me and a nice bird calendar and I love them both! They had a really good time opening, and would yell out every time they got something. Kaleigh is very excited when she receives money too. That is her in the photo getting a card from a great uncle that gave her $20.00. Kaleigh and Cole also pick out the spot for their presents and they usually like being right next to each other! It makes for an interesting photo opportunity. This year there was no rivalry and they received some similar gifts. For example, this year they both wanted a bunch of Chevron Cars (toys) and they received quite a few! Kaleigh also received some Magic Treehouse books, some Easy Bake Oven mixes, Littlest Petshop stuff , Polly Pocket and some modeling clay (she already used it to make Gumby and friends, photo will come when they are all done). Cole received Transformers, Rescue Heroes, Cars (the movie) die cast cars, and some cool little magnetic cars that will go up anything metal! They had a blast!