Jeremy and Annie decided to let their children open a couple of early gifts and insisted that Beverly and I open a gift from them, too. When we opened it our first thought was "why would you think we would need a new hooded baby towel?" Jeremy then told us that we can bring it to Denver in August and you can use it then. That's right......we are going to be grand parents to another grand baby in August, 2015! Number 7 is on the way!!
By a little after noon, everyone was here and the fun began. The wrapping paper was flying and the kids had a good time opening their gifts and going through their stockings. Of course, eating was also a big part of the day as well as some board games. The only down side was that with our ever growing family, this house is getting too small but we made it fine.
Jennifer and Toby hosted all of us for a couple of delicious meals and with some mild weather the kids had a big silly string fight out on their big back porch followed with yummy s'mores that were made in the outside fireplace. Lots of cousin time for the kids.
The next day Jeremy, Toby, Jordan and Danny had a little clay pigeon shooting contest. To say that we were a little rusty would be an understatement but it was all fun and we are planning another one next Christmas. Bev said we might include the girls next time. They would probably just show us up!
Looks like another lean year. We are so blessed.
Old time bubble lights on Nana and Grandad's little tree by the wood stove.
A cute way to announce the next grand child. Number 7 due in August!
Look what Bebe got for Christmas!
Cousins modeling new PJ's from Jordan and Ashley.
Jane's pretty fond of Taylor. Looks like she's thinking......
why am I not over there with you?
Excitement is building for the silly string fight!! Guess who put it in their stockings?
That would be Uncle Jordan!
S'more time!
Fun times on the back porch area at Toby and Jennifer's new home.
Studying the New York City maps in anticipation of Jeremy and Annie's trip.
Bed time! Remington loves his Daddy!
Leighton and Jane working hard on a puzzle.
But for Jack, he prefers cereal!
Jeremy's first attempt with water colors.
This is really the only family group picture we took.
Let the contest begin.
Taylor actually hit his first clay. A little too much gun for his size, however!
No. She didn't shoot and yes, the gun isn't loaded!
The eventual winner showing great form. However a close examination
of the picture reveals an intact target!
