an early Christmas weekend

We had the treat of having Will and Emily in state for a long weekend.  I went down early with the kids last Thursday then headed back on Friday eve for Mike's work Christmas party.

This pic was taken after standing and mingling for 4+ hours.

Thanks for babysitting, Kathy and Ski!

It was fun to get dressed up and have yummy drinks and hors d'oeuvres! 

 Then we all headed back to my parents for the NC Christmas party that Mom hosted this year.

Later in the eve, we exchanged sibling presents.

Peter's gift  from Emily and Will was the hit of the night- Automoblox- he played with them for the rest of the evening!  They come all apart and the parts can intermingle- perfect fine motor skill toy!

 Lily got this hat from Aunt Emily... does her expression say enough?!  ;)

 J&J got some baby carrying gear!

 and baby clothes :)

 Everyone joined in the Automoblox fun!  

She learned this "driving stance" from her brother!

(see... this is how he drives cars too!)

 Lily got this car at the NC gift exchange- she was CRAZY about it!!!

Seriously, she cracked me up b/c she didn't get off it it the rest of the day.

Uncle John took her for fast rides and "donut" turns- she squealed with excitement.

 Her eyes are red in both but I had to add anyway to capture her happiness!

It pays some loud music...

 Does this thing have an ON-OFF switch?!?!?

Nope.

Off they go!

We had a great time everyone!

Thanks for a fun party, Mom!