Holiday fever struck us shortly after Thanksgiving this year. We began by putting up our tree with the help of Aubrey. She really liked playing with the lights the most. We think she might be a little more helpful next year though. :)
Our first actual Christmas celebration was with Jeff's company, Legat Architects, at Brookfield Zoo. This is the second year they have decided to have it there and we really enjoy it. Aubrey got to see Santa again although she still has little interest in him. After dinner and presents, it was time to walk around the zoo. Unfortunately, it was very cold and rainy so we really only went into the monkey house. Aubrey enjoyed seeing the monkeys though...maybe because she is one, too?
We first celebrated the Sandberg immediate family Christmas on the 21st. There was an abundance of presents to be opened. Aubrey and baby-to-be both made out like bandits. Aubrey was so overwhelmed with all of the toys that she decided she'd just play with Grandma Sandberg's old toys. :)
Christmas Eve was spent at Aunt Judy and Uncle Glenn's beautiful home in New Lenox. All of the Sandberg cousins were there with their kids. There were about 20 in total...enough for Aubrey to blend in with the group. She played "Ring around the Rosey" with Cecilia and couldn't stop giggling. Too bad she didn't understand the "we all fall down" part of the song. Maybe next year... Santa came to visit the house as well. Aubrey was more than willing to greet him when he arrived, but wanted nothing to do with sitting on his lap. Who could blame her? Some day she'll find out it was really cousin Eric.
Christmas morning we woke up and drove back to Grandma and Grandpa Kunert's house in Orion. We arrived just in time to feast on the yummy turkey and stuffing (Mommy's favorite). As usual, Aubrey was so excited with all of the people there that she chose to eat very little. She'll get over that in a few years...hopefully. :) We had a great time playing with all of the cousins. Sarah, Evan and Jared are all so good with Aubrey and Lainey. It's nice to know they are loved by the older ones and feel comfortable playing with them.
The following day, we celebrated the Kunert immediate Christmas. Good thing this was the last one as I'm not sure we could house any more gifts. Once again, Aubrey received some great toys and clothes...including her first "Charger" hoodie.
Saturday we drove back home again. What a whirlwind! It was so nice to be able to spend the Christmas holiday with all of our family. We are very thankful to have them in our lives. We are even more grateful for their thoughtfulness with all of our gifts. Everyone is so generous.
We look forward to what 2009 has to bring us...including the new baby in late February. We are truly blessed!
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