Mother's Day Out Christmas Party Fun

Miss Amy and Miss Tam

Not sure what my little guy is thinking here but....

 I know what he's thinking here,  "Let's open this, mom!"

 Telling Miss Tam something very important!

What a fun day at Jax's "school"!  The party began with fun craft and then it was time for games.  Jax loved the snowball toss but wasn't too excited about "pinning the carrot" on the snowman.  Treat time was yummy with sugar cookies, Santa party mix and juice.  The little kiddos gave their teachers gift baskets filled with lots of goodies and gift cards.  Jax has the most wonderful, caring and loving teachers.  It was a fun day for everyone.

It's Not As Easy As It Looks

Oh.....it's that wonderful time of the year.....the annual Dooner family Christmas card photo session!  Enjoy the outtakes!

Merry Christmas from the Dooners!

An Early Snow

What a snowy surprise!  Sunday morning greeted  us with a beautiful snow fall that lasted all day.  I think we have about 2 inches of the white stuff and more snow is predicted for Wednesday.  This is the earliest snow that I can ever remember.  Of course, I've seen flurries this early in the season but never accumulation.  Jax wanted to make a snow angel but when he felt how cold the snow was he changed his mind.  It is bitterly cold for us in Franklin.  Time for some hot chocolate and snuggle time with my boys!

Breakfast with Santa

 John, Jax and I went to Brentwood Hill's annual Breakfast with Santa on Saturday morning.  We enjoyed yummy donut holes, fruit, pigs in a blanket along with chocolate milk and orange juice.  A friend gave Jax a balloon and he got a sweet little elf hat.  He enjoyed the crafts making a stocking, a paper chain and a snowy train scene.  We didn't stay for a picture with Santa (the line was too long) but we got a glimpse of jolly St. Nick and the Mrs.  It was a fun morning for Daddy, Mommy and Jax. 

A House Made of....

Jax made an adorable gingerbread house in his Mother's Day Out class.  He did a great job with the icing and decorations.  Before I could snap a picture he had eaten a candy cane and a few gumdrops.  I'm not sure it's going to be around very long.

Holiday Fun Day

Jax and his friends enjoyed a fun day with cookie decorating, crafts and a yummy lunch.  They had fun playing with all of Jax's toys, too.  All the moms enjoying chatting and helping their little ones decorate cookies. 

First Predators Game

Jax and Daddy

 Not really sure about this!

Taking it all in!

 Popcorn makes everything more fun!

 A tired little boy!

John and I took Jax to his first Nashville Predators' game on Tuesday.  It took a little while for him to warm up (no pun intended) to the whole idea but he seemed to enjoy it.  He has been to a few of his Daddy's hockey games but this was just a little different.  Lots of noise and lots of people.  John and I were a little concerned about the noise but he did great.  Amazing how much louder it seemed when you have a 3 year old.  Since Jax is usually in bed between 8:00 and 8:30 it was a late night for him.  I think we finally got him in the bed around 9:45.  I'm so glad that we had a chance to share something with Jax that John and I enjoyed so much before he came along.  Happy times!

It's Christmas Time

Let's get this party started!

 Perfect!

 Jax and his tree!

After a delightful Thanksgiving, we set our sights on the season of giving.  The decorations came out and the tree went up.  Jax loved helping this year.  We usually put the star on the tree after it is decorated but he could not wait.  He helped me decorate our tree and then we decorated one for his room.  He had so much fun and is very proud of his own Christmas tree complete with a star on top!  John put lots of lights outside this year.  Now we just need a few presents under the tree.  We are looking forward to a wonderful Christmas season with family and friends.

Our Thanksgiving

My beautiful family - how blessed I am!

 My brother Jay and me.

 Thanksgiving cards for Daddy, Mema, Granddaddy and Uncle Jay from sweet Jax!

 Jax with Mema and Granddaddy.

We had a wonderful Thanksgiving with my parents and brother.  Jax is always so excited when we have something special at our home.  He greeted Mema and Granddaddy with great enthusiasm and was equally delighted when Uncle Jay arrived.  We enjoyed a delicious meal featuring HoneyBaked Ham and Turkey, sweet potato casserole, cornbread dressing, sweet peas, celery sticks with pimento cheese (a family tradition) , cranberry salad, broccoli rice casserole, steamed rice and warm yeast rolls.  What a feast!  Afterwards, we enjoyed a not so traditional Thanksgiving dessert - banana pudding - yum!  It is such a blessing to be able to spend time with family.  John, Jax and I are truly blessed to have a family that loves us so much.   Thanks Mema, Granddaddy and Uncle Jay for spending your Thanksgiving in our home.  We love you!