Our First Family Christmas

While our pups were at my parents' house, it was important that we go home last night so that we could be at our home for our first family Christmas. I woke up a little earlier than planned, but was able to get a few things ready for our busy day ahead before Emma and Michael woke up. When they did and came downstairs, it was so much fun seeing how excited Emma got over her presents. It is such an amazing feeling knowing how much joy the smallest things in life bring to a person and I'm so glad my daughter lights up my world!

After opening our presents we quickly got dressed so we could head over to my parent's house to meet with my immediate family and my Grandparents. We are going to be on the run today so we need to make sure we are on schedule...keep your fingers crossed! Watch how our day played out...


Our Christmas tree with gifts from Santa Claus.


Ornaments Michael ordered for us; even though we weren't supposed to exchange gifts this year.


Looks like Emma was a good girl this year!


Daddy and Emma coming downstairs Christmas morning.


Mama, do you see this big present?


Daddy helping Emma with her stocking stuffer.


Emma received a "My First Christmas" ornament.


"Oh my gosh, daddy! Look at this BIG present."


Emma taking a closer look at this puppy.


Emma starring at her new cell phone.


Daddy helping Emma open her present, that we later found out was the book "Guess How Much I Love You".


Emma getting ready to take a stroll with the present she got from Great Grandma and Great Grandpa a week ago.


Emma's presents from Santa Claus.


Emma loves to give kisses.


Emma making a silly face to her new puppy toy.


Emma trying to figure out how to hold the cell phone.


"Oh hold on, there's something exciting on the tv."


Daddy must have locked my cell phone so I can't send text messages.


Daddy taking the puppy toy out of the package.


"Is it ok to play with the puppy now daddy?"


Emma starring down the puppy.


And finally giving in to play with the toy.


One happy daddy and a little scared baby.


Our first family Christmas photo.


Dressed and ready for the Christmas festivities, but may need a nap before they begin.