Christmas

Brian's mother, stepfather (Niel) and grandmother came for a visit this Christmas. They also brought Maggie--thier standard poodle. We absolutely loved the visit! Brian's grandmother, Jewett, came out and helped me for 2 weeks right after I had the twins. She is amazing! But she hadn't seen the kids since then. So it was quite a reunion!!div>

Zachary and Grandpa Powers playing the family favorite--Mexican Train.

Kiersten and Great-Grandma Jewett--Jewett constantly the multitasker, not only playing Mexican Train, but knitting as well!

Grandpa Powers helping Kiersten with her strategy.
Grandma Powers and Meghan playing together--what's with the tongue Meghan?!

Santa has obviously been here!!

Look at the stuffed stockings--they couldn't even stay hung!

The full unadulterated madness Christmas morning before the children got to it!

Wow--Kiersten, the guitarist! This is really the only thing she asked for (that and a bunny).

Meghan with her two prized gifts--a new "green-green" (blankie) and a keyboard to help her learn piano.

Yes--we have ALL officially become Texans!! (notice he still has a Bears hat on, though)

Another Texan in the making!!

Grandma and Grandpa made a hit with Kiersten--she gets to BE Hannah Montana on the Wii!!

This looks like potential trouble to me! I guess his sister's can't complain--since they are who bought it for him!!

We are fully into the electronic era--and look at those nails!!

Not to be outdone by my sister--Santa hooked us up!!

Whoa--how loud can it go!? Thanks Santa!!
Meghan glammed up after creating a cap sent by Nana--too cool!

After the mayhem--all that's left is JP. Little did we know at this time that this would be our last Christmas with him.
Christmas sure is exhausting!!