Gran Gran (my almost 96 year old grandmother) came to our house for Christmas to visit with her newest great grandchild. We set up a bed for her in the play room, and we just might leave it set up in there for a while. It amazes me how well Grandmommie is doing. We are so lucky to have her in our lives and we count our blessings everyday. She's doing great for 96. Some (ok, a lot) of hearing loss, and she's had both hips replaced, but other than that she's great! She's sharp as a tack, witty, and funny. We had a great visit.

Four generations in one picture. Grandmommie is Dad's mom and I was the first girl born on that side of the family since Grandmommie (62 years). It was a big deal when I came along! Even after me there were more boys, then the girl explosion happened, and I've continued it with my own little girl!

Chris always likes to take pictures of the meats he cooks at Christmas, so here's a ham and a turkey. Way to go, babe! Beautiful, and tasty, as always!

In case you can't read it, her little cap says "Baby's First Christmas" -- our own little elf!

Just a sample of Ella Kate's Christmas presents. A baby gym/ play mat that matches the other rain forest themed Fisher Price gear she's gotten. Next to the swing, this has been the best purchase we (I mean Santa) made. She hates spending time on her back, but this gym has flashing lights (big plus) and music. She will actually stay on it for more than 5 minutes, sometimes up to 15 or 20! It's been a great treat for us!

The second picture is of just a few of the many many outfits she got at the after Christmas sales. What makes these so special is that these are all from Pops, and he picked them out himself (ok, he may have had some help from the sales ladies)!

Mimi and Pops with their favorite Christmas gift!

EK in the above mentioned swing. This thing has saved our life! It would be worth it even if it cost a gazillion dollars! She has spend numerous hours in this thing. Several nights she's slept in it, and I believe there may have been whole days she's stayed in it. It has been the only thing that she's comfortable in! She doesn't like the bouncy seat and she resists sleeping on her back. So, there you go. Swing, Baby, swing :)

More of Chris' creative cooking. The smiley is a nice touch, huh?