Christmas Part 1

Christmas 2010 was an interesting one in the Johnson household. Christmas Eve Renee got really sick and ending up being taken by ambulance to the hospital. Luckily, she was able to go home the same night. We woke up at a reasonable 7:30 on Christmas. Renee got up first, and was her usually smiling self. Patrick, my grumpy teenage boy, had to be woken up by us. He was much more into presents this year than last year, and loved all of his new toys Santa brought. Renee, loves all things paper so, to see all of the wrapped presents was heaven for her!

Poor sick little Princess was the 1st one up

Good morning my Minimuffin

Renee getting into the Christmas spirt with a little help from Daddy

Patrick likes presents much better this year

Our future Ironman opening his Ironman watch

Me opening my Kindle

Winter Wonderland

We've just had unbelievable amounts of snow this winter! I think it's something like three or four times the normal amount. I don't mind the snow. We live in New England it's a part of living here. Patrick is absolutely in love with the huge amounts of snow. If I let him he'd be outside all day with jut minimal breaks. Renee is not as enthused with the weather. Poor thing she can't walk yet, and if she tries to crawl it hits her in the face. She's a good sport though. My Mom has some great videos of the kids, I'm going to try to post them in the next few days. But for now here's a few pictures to keep you entertained.

Snow clearing crew

Good little sport

Luv you Papa

The next LL Bean cover child

1st sled ride of the season

Videos

It's been a bit cold in the afternoon lately so, we haven't been able to get outside. One of Patrick's new favorite activites is for me to take video of them. So here they are!
Renee the jumping bean
Patrick's turn
Patrick singing Twinkle Twinkle Little Star

Santa Clause is Coming to Town

Patrick is terrified of Santa Clause. But, he is a big part of Christmas so we've been trying to warm him up to the idea. We've now gotten to the point where Santa is allowed to visit our house on Christmas Eve, but he must leave the gifts outside. Mommy and Daddy will then bring the presents into the house. Every year in my parents town of Dighton, Santa visits everyone and throws lollipops from a fire truck. I remember this tradition from when I was little, and I really want my kids to be able to enjoy it too. So, on Sunday we brought the kids down and waited for Santa. Patrick was very excited to see the firetruck come, and thrilled to get the lollipops. He also was glad to see Santa go. He kept checking all afternoon and evening to make sure he was really gone. " Santa go home. He make presents for Patrick." Renee was less than thrilled with the whole ordeal. It was very cold which she doesn't care for, and she was terrified of the horns on the firetruck. I'm hoping for a bit more enthusiasm from both of them next year.


Waiting for Santa Here he comes!

I don't like Santa either

Santa Clause is coming to town

Updates

It's been a busy fall here at the Johnson house. Renee now has gotten her first tooth and is sitting up all by herself. She'll sit and play toys for quite a while. Her favorite activity, however, is playing with Patrick. It's so cute to see them sitting on the floor playing together. Now we've just got to work on sleeping through the night. She's eating better during the day so hopefully that will come soon.
Patrick meanwhile continues to turn more into a little boy every day. His vocabulary is growing by leaps and bounds, and he is constantly expressing himself. He also began gymnastics this fall and loves it. He loves to show off his tadas and peek-a-boos. Hopefully, sometime soon I'll be able to go to class with him and see him in action.
Also featured this entry are a few of the pictures I took from the zoo last weekend. Patrick had a great time pulling Renee in the wagon and riding the carousel. Renee felt much better when Grandma and Papa were pulling her.

Tada

The little wagon that could

Much safer now

Sleepy baby girl

Riding the carousel

Halloween 2010

Halloween this year was a blast! We didn't get to do anything last year because Patrick was afraid. This year, however, he was ready to go. We started the evening by practicing our trick-or-treat at Grandma and Papa's. Then we headed over to spend the evening with the Doraz Family. Patrick and Connor had a great time. Renee and Jack weren't so sure, so Dawn and I brought them back after just a few houses.



First trick or treat of the year

Off we go!

Buddies

Fall Fun

Sorry I'm about 2 weeks behind in my posting. Work is absolutely insane. We've had some great times these past few weeks. On a recent Sunday we went to Ken's parents to the Bristol Aggie Fall Show. The kids had a blast. Patrick loved the tractors. He had to visit each one of them. Renee had fun on the hayride and just being with family.

Patrick and his favorite tractor

Renee and Grampy

Renee the lady bug

Kidz Wurld Party 2010