Christmas

This year our Christmas was small, simple, and very enjoyable. My wish is that we can have more just like it. I decided that the kids were not in need of any toys at all, and so we they each got a pair of boots (jake cowboy, and ellie ugs), they each got an mp3 player full of their favorite music, a couple of outfits, and wii games (udraw, and mario kartz), and then a couple of extra things they had wanted. The kids seemed to enjoy every gift they received, and I enjoyed the fact that my pocket book didn't shrink in size too much. (Have I ever told you how much I love these three?)
(Jake showing off his MP3 player in his Christmas PJ's)
(Ellie showing off her new Pink nun chuck for the Wii in her new PJ's)

(The kids were both way excited about their new boots)

Happy 6th Birthday Alex!

Happy Birthday to you Alexander Pierce LuffHis little smile was so contagious! Taken too soon, though he will never be forgotten. We miss him every time we count how many great niece and nephews we have. The numbers are growing bigger and bigger, yet he will always remain the first. First time we got to go to the hospital and be a part of a greats birth, and so many firsts with this angel. 14 months was not long enough, yet it was all the time he needed to accomplish the mission our Father in Heaven had for him upon this earth.

He and Jake are only 10 months apart, and I imagine they would be great friends today. I learned so much from you Alex, and am grateful for the lessons you taught me. Thank you for being our first great, and thank you for being our angel great now. We love and miss you always!

Love you forever little guy, Aunt Mickie and Uncle Ray

Ward Christmas Party

This year at our ward Christmas Party instead of inviting The fat Jolly old man to come surprise the kids with candy, the committee decided to invite the Three Wise Men to come tell stories about the birth of our Savior Jesus Christ. It was different but enjoyable, and Ellie and Jake enjoyed getting pictures with the Wise Men for a change.