Where do I start?

I have been procrastinating updating this thing because frankly, I don't know how I can fit everything we have done in the last few months in one post. I have to admit another reason I haven't posted is because, I am pretty sure it is going to make me sad to think all the celebrating and holiday fun is officially over...commemorated by a blog post...for some reason that adds finality to things.

So Jon went back to school today, and I am going through some major withdrawals! Everything is so much more pleasant and easy when he is around. He is such a good dad...he is amazing at entertaining our little gal. I am going crazy today, because I can't remember what we used to do all day before the break. Plus I am feeling lonely without an adult to talk to in the daytime. Anyone want to hang out?

Ok quick synopsis of our holidays. Addie and I went to Utah for 10 days to spend time with my family while Jon stayed to study and take finals. Basic run down...we had a lot of fun and Jon didn't really. The face in the picture below is pretty much what Addie thought of the snow. She thought it was cool because we don't have it in Arizona, but she hated when it blew in her face or made her cold...so she was done with it after a few minutes just like her mommy.

The snow, despite it making me angry while driving, was pretty and it made it feel like Christmas to me so I am glad it snowed while we were there. I was lucky to get to see most of my beautiful sisters(we missed you Amy!)

Christmas in Arizona with the Linfords was lot of fun. Here we are at the lights at the Mesa Temple.

The highlight of Christmas Eve (for Addie) was the fake Santa Jeffrey somehow arranged for. It sang and danced, and the kids loved it! Fake Santa didn't scare Addie...like a real one would have I am sure...she even gave him a hug.

Christmas pjs with our crazy hats that Aunt Mary Anne made.

Addie taking a break from opening all her presents to cuddle with her new blankie from uncle Jeffrey.

My little brothers (who aren't so little anymore, but will always be affectionately called such) drove all the way down to visit the week after Christmas. We had a great time with them here, and I think they really enjoyed the warm weather (it was 70's all week...anyone else want to visit? You know you are sick of the snow/cold). We played soccer, rang in the New Year, played games, made a movie, and a few even swam. Addie loves her uncles!

Hooray to Jon and AJ for setting up the swing...and thanks to Grandpa and Grandma for getting it for her.