The Gillette's Life: December 2008

Monday, December 29, 2008

Christmas at the Huffman's

We had Christmas this year at Justin's parents house, but we couldn't stay away from "The Huffman Bunch" so we drove over to their house Christmas morning, but it didn't take long for Jack to fall asleep in the car. Wow does fun take a toll on you, but i guess that means that he had a very eventful morning. Of course he is spoiled but his grandparents and aunts and uncles, and yes us too. So this year he got 2 Christmas's.

As soon as we walked in the door of Grammie and Grandpas house Jack saw this huge pile of wrapping paper and tissue and just had to play in it.

Justin also had a very eventful Christmas Eve and Christmas morning so the second he was able to rest for a bit, his eyes closed and "dreams of sugar plums danced in his head."

And of course Jack has to go around and give cuddles to everyone he comes in contact with, and it looks like waylon was the first in line.

Opening his presents from grandpa... He's a Grandpas boy on both sides of the family

Christmas at the Gillette's

Christmas morning was here! Santa had come and had ate his cookies and milk, and the reindeer ate the lettuce that cousin hunter had left out for them. Under the tree was filled with presents from friends and loved ones. The stocking were spilling out. This was the year that all the cousins were together, so short supply of excited and joyful children wasn't the case this year. Although the morning was joyous and full of thankfulness was finally here, it took a little longer for the adults to wake up. I love this Christmas season because of the time you get to share with your family and loved ones. There is something about waking up to a full house that just brightens my day. We had a lot of fun opening the presents and enjoying a big hot breakfast around the table. Many memories were made.

Jack and his Daddy Christmas morning

All the cousins together for Chrismas this year was a sweet treat. The kids were excited about their presents and can't wait to see what is inside the next box. Hunter was so helpful with Jack and Gage opening their presents.

Grandma with the Grandkids

Jacks little lawn mower... I think this was his favorite this year

Grandpa helping Jack open his presents.. Yep he's a Grandpas boy

Jack is starting to get the hang of opening his presents by himself

This was an icicle in front of our house that was growing off of the christmas lights..

Can see you how it has created a hand?

A Day of Sledding

There is always time in our lives to act like children. If we forget the small things that we did as a child, you forget the simple pleasures that came with it. This may be news to you, but I love to do weird things like running through sprinklers and sledding and coloring and things like that. Earlier this year while I was cooped up in the house when Jack was first born, I started talking to Justin about those things that I love to do and he said that when Jack gets older I will finally get someone to do it with. So I guess in a way, I was already prepared for our children to come because the child in me is alive and well.

I have the easy part! I relax while Jb does all the work... Isn't he wonderful! ;)

Tabi goes forward and guess what I have to do... You guessed it.

There's always a crazy moment when tabs and I get together

Taking a Breather

This is a pamorama view of Rock Canyon Park...

"The Ultimate Sledding Adventure"

Jacks 1st day in the snow *

"It was a few days before Christmas and I was getting so wrestless in the
house so mom decided to take me out on the deck to play in the snow.
It had just snowed outside, so the snow was fresh and fluffy...
Then here I came!
I love the feeling of cold things in my hands, so snow was the perfect idea."

Mommy and Me

Lovin the feeling... I love cold things!

Wednesday, December 10, 2008

Justin and Jack on Jacks 1st birthday! Jack turned one just a week before justin turned twenty six. They are always together when dad is home from work thats why there are so many pictures of them together. These are my two handsome boys, the start of a perfect family.

D E C E M B E R 9 T H
Justin and I had the chance to go out to dinner without the little one to a brazilian resturaunt called Tucanos. The food is amazing there plus there is a special place in our hearts because that was the same place that we had our wedding luncheon almost two years ago. Wow does time fly! This is a picture of our cute little family at the table just before the candles were blown out.

Hourglass Mindy Gledhill

Little boy, when you speak
I can't help but kiss your cheeks
I love the way you grab my hands
And tell me all about your plans

Rocket high, comets fly
You and I could hitch a ride
And fly away to Neverland
And give our best to Peter Pan

When you reach for the stars
Don't forget who you are
And please don't turn around and grow up way too fast
See the sand in my grasp
From the first to the last
Every grain becomes a memory of the past
Oh, life's an hourglass
Life's an hourglass

Story's read, prayer is said
Close your eyes sleepyhead
While angels linger in your dreams
And hold you in their feathered wings
Just like you, I was small
Not that long ago at all
I wish you all the happiness
That God gives freely if you ask

Chorus

November, November

The weather still feels like august sometimes. Everything around us is still changing. The leaves are starting to turn colors, and fall. the flowers and the grass are starting to die and go into hibernation. The decorations and the surroundings in the home are changing as well. Our home spells of warmth and spices. The heater kicks on to give bursts of heat. blankets scattered throughout the house, and the sudden urges to cook yummy bread or soup. I love this weather and wish it would stay year 'round. (except for those occasional sicknesses) Those can leave and never come again. Happy Autumn!

I recently came across this site, and LOVED it! Maybe its because my mom had something like it when I was growing up. My mother had a necklace with our whole family on it, including each birthstone jewel and she wore it all the time. I love my family dearly and thought that if I wasnt with either one or all of them, I could at least have a piece of them. Plus they are adorable pieces of jewelry plus more. They have charms, earings, bracelets, necklaces, even things like monogramed spoons (my fav.) Check it out! Its worth a few browsing minutes.

cool weather has come

This will be our first fall/winter in our new home. We moved from living in Alpine with Justin's parents, to buying our first home in Eagle Mountain in May. This year has been long, hard, exciting, fast, and sweet. Every emotion you can think of, we have been through since we have moved into our home. It may seem bad at times, but what challenges us, only makes us stronger. The times we have that keep a smile on our face, and make us happy, enables us to endure the hardships and make the sweet times more precious.

The leaves change color, soon fade and fall to the ground. The wind blows hard, and cold. the sky starts to go grey, with each cloud that lingers. These are some of the signs that say the cold seasons is here. Warm sweaters, fuzzy socks. Toys, stuffed animals and blankets are scattered throughout the house. Hot soups, chilis, and bread in the oven. The only thing missing in the house is a wood burning fireplace. (coming soon.. I hope!)
As the months pass by, the smells change, the food changes and the seasons come and go but the feel of our home will remain. This in my favorite time of the year and its only going to get better.
If you ever want some of the fall/winter season feel, just give a ring and your welcome to join.

March 2009 Spring has Sprung!

It is now officially Spring, but you wouldn't think so if you looked outside. There is at least three inches of snow on the ground. Only a few days ago it was 70* outside with birds singing and children with their bikes and toys. Im guessing the weather wants to play games with us.
While we had the chance though, Jack and I were outside playing with the puppies, drawing with chalk and washing the cars. Jack would have loved to go outside naked but I hesitated and let him out with just his shorts. His cute little belly was sticking out, as he was walking around with dirt in his mouth patting his belly as if he was satisfied with what he just ate.
As he gets older, his personality really starts to shine. If only I could catch those satisfied looks and funny faces, but sadly I can only capture a few. (Its hard to carry around a camera everywhere I go. but I try) If only he had a little brother or sister to tag along with him, and show him or her the ropes of all the fantastic things that he discovers. Hopefully one day soon that wish will become a reality.
Until our next adventure, keep those adventures alive and discover new things for your self whether big or small.
Coming Soon: Another Discovery.. Don't miss it!