Christmas At My Parents

Michael and I took the girls over to my parent's house for our early Christmas. Greg and Jill won't be joining us Christmas day so we celebrated a little early. We were just to open our stockings; however, we ended up opening all of our presents. Here are some of our daughter's presents:


Some stuffed animals to go in her room.


Winnie the Pooh book to go with all those stuffed animals.


The softest baby blanket; she is going to love it.


Some baby books.


An outfit.


Another outfit.

More Shopping!

Michael and I went to Gymboree for the first time to look at their selection of clothing. Their new spring clothing line came out and most of the clothes were on sale. We even found some clothes marked down in clearance.


Her giraffe jumper and headband.


The cutest swimsuit ever!


Another cute top.


Another outfit she has to show how much her daddy already loves her!

Christmas At The Fiehlers

Every year we get together at my grandparent's house the week before Christmas so that we can go to other family functions on Christmas day. Since Michael and I just found out the sex of the baby yesterday, we decided to tell those that were at my grandparent's house. Everyone was really excited and can't wait to meet her.


Two outfits Aunt Kathy gave our little one.


The envelope that Grandma and Grandpa filled with starter money for our daughter.


The piggy bank for her money to go in.


Another doll; this girl is going to be spoiled rotten.

Some toys Aunt Kathy gave us:

Time To SHOP!

After Michael and I found out the sex of our baby, we decided to go to Babies R Us to begin looking at all the GIRL things. We were so excited that we wanted to buy almost everything we saw, but we knew we have to wait to see how big she is when she is born. We are planning to register after the holidays settle down.

Here are some of our findings from our first shopping trip:











Michael was exhausted after looking at just about everything girly in the store.

IT'S A GIRL!!!

Dad patiently waiting for our appointment. He was so nervous before the appointment that he almost threw up in the bathroom; he was really worried something was going to be wrong with the baby, but oh what a relief he got at the end!


Just Michael and I went back first so we could hear if everything was going okay with our baby, then we went to get our moms for them to find out.

We were in the room for a long time with our moms just patiently waiting in the waiting area. They were wondering what was taking so long and if everything was okay. The ultrasound tech said that there is a long list of measurements and areas that she needed to look at for the doctor and that’s what takes some time. We also had a little one who wasn’t cooperating with us at first. The most exciting parts were being able to see 10 fingers and 10 toes, the profile picture, and then of course finding out you are a GIRL!!!!


I was so excited when I heard! Actually when I went into the bathroom when the ultrasound was finished I was saying “YES YES YES!!!!”

Once we found out everything was okay and the sex, Michael went to get our moms for another showing of our little one, who we now can call our daughter. They were looking at all the images, asking questions about what things were, and then the time came when the ultrasound tech said the explanation for the gender. They both were so excited and they said they knew all along based on the fast heart beat that it was going to be a girl!


Your first doll.


Your first outfit!

First Snow in December

Our first family photo.


Watching as the snow falls.


The girls' footprints.


They fight like bears.


Catching their breath after a good run.


The girls look like they are in jail :(


Look at the white beard; she just loves the snow!


Cali watching as her sister plays in the yard.


There's the crazy girl playing in the freezing weather.


Cali and Lexi playing with the ball.

Chris' Surprise 50th Birthday Party

After planning for a month or so, I think we pulled off the surprise birthday party for Michael's dad. I think he was really surprised! Unfortunately, Michael's grandpa and uncle were unable to make it today due to other circumstances, but they were here with us in spirit. All the food turned out great and everyone had a good time celebrating with us. Thanks to everyone who helped make things go so smoothly!


The guys on look out for Chris.


Addie got my picture, but I got her back.


All of the family and friends waiting for Chris to walk in the house.


Still peaking through the blinds.


Like father like daughter; too bad Lexi didn't know what she was looking for until he walked in the house.


Chris came into the house on his phone saying, "I don't think we are baking cookies."


Chris using Jake's gift of the cane and bell; it was a hit for the night.


Some of the desserts.


Addie sneaking in a lick.


Happy Birthday to you, Happy Birthday to you, Happy Birthday dear Chris Happy Birthday to you!


He surprised us all by helping pick up after dinner and dessert.


The best gift of the night, a toilet/cooler to use while fishing.


Some of the guys, kind of watching Chris open gifts.


Opening some presents.