Thursday, January 28, 2010

Christmas Morning 2009

Matt and I had our first real Christmas playing Santa. It felt strange, but good, to be on the other end of the magic. As real first timers, we started assembling toys at 11pm. Not a good idea. The kitchen alone took 3 hours. And, we forgot to buy batteries! While Matt was busy putting the toys together, I encouraged him from the kitchen as I made a few pies, and made preparations for our Christmas morning breakfast. This is how our living room looked once Mr. and Mrs. Claus went to bed at 3am. When I was little I never understood why my mom and dad were so sleepy on Christmas morning...now I know!
I love this picture for so many reasons. This may sound strange, but what I love most is that it is out of focus. When Kate saw her toys, she was so excited that she ran into the living room, and I was still getting my camera set up! I also love it because of the look she is giving me. She ran into the room, stopped, and then just stared at the sight before her. Then very sheepishly looked at me, and slowly got the cutest smile on her face when she realized it was all for her. I am glad I have that memory persevered in this photo.

Kate and her Boe Boe checking out her Radio Flier Trike.
I think I could get use to this!My two loves.
I think she loved opening her stocking more than anything.
Love this baby face. And those kissy lips? Don't get me started!
My baby, with her baby.
Imagination is a great thing.

It was a nice little Christmas in the new Taylor home.

7 comments:

Anonymous said...

ooo Love that picture of you three!

abbie said...

My little Olivia got the same Graco baby "collection" and has the same stocking as Kate! Too cute. She is so adorable.

We Are Three said...

AH! I am dying! That little face is SO CUTE!!!!

ellen said...

I like your photos. Kate totally scored some cool Christmas gifts!

J & J said...

your house looks so cute. look at your family. ani-- this is such a dream. i love it. love you.

Tim and Jennifer said...

Everything is so cute! Just from the few details I can see, I love your decorating! And hello, who looks that good in the morning? What a great looking fam!

liz said...

your place is so cute! i wanna come for a visit!!!