Holiday Party 2012

Last night Al had his annual Christmas party! Nana Bev came down and stayed with the babies while Al and I got to have a night on the town. It's still hard to believe it's that time of the year again.

Oh Christmas Tree!

We finally got the 2012 Hardin Christmas Tree all decorated. We had to convince the kids that the tree branches had to fall a little bit before we could start decorating. I think we had a pretty good turn out though. Layla decided she was scared of the tree and let Carter do all the decorating for her. I can't imagine what it will be like for her when we go and see Santa this year..hmmm.

The star on the top of the tree got cut off because my camera could get all of it. There are lots of memories on that tree from School pictures, places that we have traveled as a family, and some ornaments older then Al and I from when my parents were married =(.

Tree Pickin'

Saturday, we set out to get our annual Christmas Tree.

A little trimming needed and it will be the perfect tree.

Layla was all into it this year although she did not care for the sound of the chain saw.

Can't wait to start decorating!

Birthday Boy!

Want to talk about a guy who has been celebrating the last year of his 20's all week? Yup..this guy! Happy 29th birthday to my wonderful husband. We love you very much!

Surprise 29!!!

Saturday, I threw a surprise birthday party for my baby daddy! While he thought I was hosting a "Pure Romance" party, I was really preparing for his surprise party. I had to come up with a way to get him out of the house (hence pure romance party) but also explain while I was cooking so much food.

What's a party without an awesome cake? The bands listed on the cake are two of Al's favorites. I told the lady not to judge me while making this cake haha.

 Nana and John came down to help bring in the big surprise!

 Unfortunately, I could not tell these two until the day of the party when I finally got Al out of the house. They love a good party!

 Hard to believe we are celebrating the last year of Al's 20s. Think this party was rad..wait until he turns 30!

 Either Carter really wanted to help blow out the candles or finally be allowed near the cake.

I will say, the party was a success. Al said he had absolutely no idea and everyone involved could not of played it off any better. I would also say that we all got him pretty good! He was very much relieved that not only did I not throw a "Pure Romance" party, but he didn't have to worry that I bought anything from that party haha.

Happy Turkey Day!

Happy Turkey day! Hope everyone had a wonderful day! I have so much to be thankful for. We spent Thanksgiving 2012 at my Aunt's house just like last year!

Happy Thanksgiving from Carter and Layla. Carter is thankful for Karate, baseball, PPJ Sandwiches, Gracie, The Nightmare before Christmas, and mommy/daddy. Layla is thankful for daddy, lots of cheese, princesses, "milky", polished nails, and being able to go "bye-bye".

While Al  and I are thankful for each other, our two wonderful children, family near and far, Gracie, and god. We couldn't be more blessed!

Layla and Uncle chase.

Mimi!

We also celebrated an early family bday for Al! The big 2-9!

Last but not least, I am thankful I finally got my hands on this sweet girl, baby Aura!

Checking out his new cousin!

The next Karate Kid!

Not a whole lot going on here this weekend. Carter had Karate practice this morning and little Miss Layla and I inherited Carter's nasty sinus infection, so we had a weekend of just taking it easy. Here are some pictures of the next karate kid in action.