Saturday, December 20, 2008

Finally, an update

I know it's been forever since I've posted anything. Thanksgiving/Christmas is always a busy time of year. We had a great Thanksgiving in Raleigh, NC with Ryan's parents and will be going back there for Christmas as well. December has been a fun time with the house decorated, family home evenings about the Savior's birth, Christmas shopping, lots of baking, and more shopping. Ryan has just begun his 2 weeks off and we are all very exctied. Here are a couple things I was able to get pictures of the last while.Owen had a very cute christmas program at his preschool. Although he was constantly singing the songs at home for weeks, when it came time to perform he had his hands down his pants the first 3 minutes. Then, in his mouth the absolute rest of the time. Absolutely no singing from him. Not even a couple hand motions to the songs. Still so cute to see him up there with the other kids.
Ryan works 10 - 11 hour days and it's not uncommon for him to fall asleep on the couch, or floor for that matter. It doesn't even matter how much commotion is going on around him or if the kids are decorating his face with stickers. He's the most sound sleeper I know. We love you babe for all of your hard work!

9 comments:

Aubrey Messick said...

Oh my gosh Karen! I am just dying over that sticker picture right now. That is absolutely hilarious!!!

Jessica Reeves said...

That sticker picture is so funny!! I can't believe he can sleep through that!

David and Kristi Gailey said...

The stickers are a great improvement on what was there:) Hope you guy's have a great christmas. We need to get together after the new year. Dave

Stephanie T said...

That is way too cute! I'm glad you finally posted something. I totally miss you!

Angie (Drowns) Kelly said...

We were in NC for Thanksgiving too! We should have planned to caravan down together. I'm still thinking we will come visit sometime in the Spring. Your kids are growing up! Ava is so big!!

Stephanie Johnson said...

Is he gone even more then Dental school? Poor Ryan. Oh bye the way Loved the Christmas card you all look so good and I can't believe how cute Ava is with her blonde curly hair.

Ryan and Susie said...

Hey guys! I got your Christmas card and was glad to see you're a member of the blogosphere. Good work and congrats on graduating your new post in the military, Dr. Wallis. That sounds so official. :)

I haven't seen pictures of your kids in a while. They're adorable and Owen is a fabulous dancer.

Ben and Michelle said...

It sounds like Ryan is pretty busy these days. I don't blame him, I would be the same way. I love the sticker picture. :)

Faith W said...

Oh, I LOVE this! Michael and Henry did a similar "sticker decorating treatment" to Ethan when he was six months old. That is awesome you got a picture of it. Miss you guys!