It's that time again . . .

For Christmas baking! Luckily this year was a whole lot easier since Stacy and I decided to do it together. I have been doing it on my own for the last 9 years or so and this was definitely the easiest! It still took us all of Saturday but they were all on plates and wrapped up by 7 p.m. That was record time for me. They tasted fabulous, if I do say so myself, and I think everyone enjoyed them. Thanks again Stace for all the help!

Lexi wearing my apron to help bake

All the plates

Up close goodness

The tired bakers at the end of the day

Our treat wagon to deliver the goodies

So cute in her snow gear

Our ward Christmas party was last week and it was the first time Lexi got to see Santa. I was a little nervous since she freaks out whenever there are strangers around. We had been trying to prepare her by reading Christmas books, watching Christmas shows and teaching her that Santa says, "HO HO HO!" She did really well when it was our turn and she even sat on his lap without a fuss. She was very sober while sitting with him but when he asked her if she had anything to say, she said, "Potty!" I quickly informed Santa that we are potty training and that she would not pee on him! I grabbed her anyway and she walked over to get her candy cane and over to Jaron. It was a pretty funny experience anyway!

Sitting with Santa

Looking so cute and grown up before the party