Christmas in Portland

We had a wonderful time spending Christmas in Portland with the VanDeWalle side of our family. Sophie actually understood Christmas this year and LOVED it. We are so thankful that with modern technology Eric was able to watch Sophie open her stocking and gifts on Christmas morning. On Christmas afternoon Audri flew in from Boise and Eric's sister Sara and her family picked her up at the airport on their way over. We had a very nice Christmas dinner and then opened gifts with the extended family. Sophie really enjoyed playing with the boys and of course with her big sis. She seemed to jump right in and play with her cousins and their new toys! They came over another day before we left and she really enjoyed playing Legos with them, having them read to her, and playing the piano. We were also able to attend the annual VanDeWalle family Christmas potluck/party. It was fun for Sophie to play with some of her second and third cousins that are her age.

Thanks to Dan and Paula (Grandpa and Grandma) for having us stay for 10 days! The meals were wonderful and it was nice to have some extra help with Sophie (so mommy go go to Target!). We are now looking forward to next Christmas. It will definitely be very special to have daddy back with us.