We went to Gulf World on Tuesday. It was very cool. We saw lots of different things. We watched a sea lion show, a dolphin show, and a bird show. We also saw sharks and turtles. It was a little chilly as you can see by the big coats. Even though it is a little chilly the sun still has been shinning and there is no sign of any snow!!
Petting the sting rays
The kids all sleep together in the same room on the bunk beds except Addi she sleeps in her very own room. We were surprised how well they all did sleeping in the same room.
Makalynn and Hallie have been having such a fun week together. They have been playing so well. Makalynn is going to know what to do when we get home not having her little buddy!!!
Spending time in the hot tub!!!
What a cute bunch!!!
Nora has been a good little girl so far on her first vacation. She has spent a lot of time enjoying her naps!!
We took lots of fun walks in the sun!!
Sleeping angel!!!
We went for a walk next to the ocean on Friday. It was a little bit chilly and very windy!! Makalynn and daddy had a lot of fun running from the ways. There pants got a little wet and sandy but that is what makes it fun!!
I am so thankful for my family. (Nora was missed Grandma and Grandpa were watching her but it would have been a little too windy for her on the beach.)
My little picture takers!!
All tired out after swimming in the pool on Sunday. Daddy needed a nap too because we were leaving to drive through the night to go and stay with my brother Mark and Amber. (and he just likes to nap too)
This is Nora and her new cousin Ashlyn Joy. ( Justin's brother Tyler and his wife Michelle) They are 6 weeks apart and are going to be best buddies we can tell already. Ashlyn weighed 6lbs and 14ozs and was born a week before Christmas. Nora looks much bigger now but give Ashlynn a little time and she will catch up!!
Nora is 8 weeks old in this picture. It is hard to believe how quickly time flies. She is starting to sit in her Bumbo seat now for short periods of time because her neck gets tired after a little while. She is smiling so easily. You just look at her and she starts grinning!!!
We spent the Saturday after Christmas with my parents and brothers and sisters. We ate our traditional and delicious cashew chicken and had Jesus birthday cake. After we had lunch we spent many hours opening presents and than had a little dinner. It was a fun day for everyone especially the kids!!!
We had a very fun morning at home opening presents!!
Cole got a very big John Deere loader. He thinks he can ride it. Oh well!!
We had Christmas this year with my mom's side at Fairway church. It worked out really well because the kids played in the nursery with all the toys and they had so much fun.
Makalynn got a new pillow. She didn't know she was going to be getting a matching blanket from Grandma she was so excited!!
Cole got his first sled. He was so excited. Who says you need snow and cold weather to use a sled church carpet works wonderful!!
This is my nephew Tanner. He got a chef's hat and apron for Christmas. He loves cooking. I can't wait to try some of his tasty food!!
Makalynn and Cole got some Yogo's for Christmas. They love them. They are true VanEerden's they love their food.
Makalynn is our little musician. She loves anything that makes music. She was singing Christmas carols for us with her new microphone and boa!!
Cole got a sleeping bag for Christmas. They are so cute!!
