Christmas at the Hanks house

We had a really great Christmas this year. We worked around Chris's busy schedule and managed to have a great week. We had Christmas the Tuesday after Christmas. The kids had no problem waiting even Laura didn't mind and she understood that everyone else had already celebrated. She was just glad like I was that her Daddy was there the whole time. He had six days off and we had lots of fun family time. After we opened our presents we went to the zoo to see the lights. We went early while it was still light so we could also get some fun animal time in. We really love our zoo here and there is so much to see. I discover something knew everytime.

We make great Praire Dogs.

The lights at the zoo were really impressive. It seemed that not a single bush tree or post was without a heavy coat of lights. They also had a light show over the pond that was quite impressive.

This is a little playground inside the Habitat House.

This was probably one of the favorite gifts. Our Steven loves to dress up and he now likes to sleep with his sword. so much for teddy.

Aaron was ready for a nap at this time but he really enjoyed all the paper. This year we just pulled out Laura and Steven's old toys to give to Aaron. It was funny because most of them they didn't remember. Even a few that we just hadn't gotten out since we moved. I still saved a few more for his birthday. The Busy Ball Popper was as big of a hit as it was the first time it was given as a gift.

Nana made the kids new blankets that have been a big hit. They are so soft and cuddly the kids love to sleep with them and cuddle with them on the coach.

Steven tells eveyone this was his favorite gift. I think he will get a little more use out of it when it warms up. It has been so cold here. We finally warmed up today to twenty degrees. The last few nights have dropped below zero. BRRRR.

Fun bags that Aunt Amy made. Thank you Amy we love them!

Before Christmas we had a great time making gingerbread housed the graham cracker way.

We made buckeye chocolates a Columbus specialty.