we love the holidays

this is by far my most favorite time of year. cooler weather, the christmas spirit everywhere, twinkling, decorated houses and trees, holiday get-togethers, baking cookies, cheezy holiday movies, picking out wrapping paper...really the list could go on and on. its to a whole new level this year with little samantha getting ready to celebrate her FIRST christmas. we have had just the best time preparing for Christmas and being together as a family. its the family time together that makes this time of year really memorable. here are a few pictures of the fun we've had these last few weeks. 

ty guy decorating our house with lights

sammy in her candy cane tights headed to the 5th avenue parade

hanging out at the 5th avenue christmas parade.....note to self, next year do not sit at the end of the parade route. ha!
samantha sitting on her daddy's lap watching the floats go by
decorating our christmas tree....our ornaments are from all the trips and vacations and places we've visited as a couple. its like walking back into time. i can't wait for us to share these stories with samantha as she gets older!