Christmas Pictures

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Christmas 2008

We had a nice Christmas, despite Kaitlyn being sick. Christmas Eve she started with refusing to eat anything, but one very large cookie. We were going to stay overnight at my Mom and Dad's due to the weather, but when Kaitlyn started getting sick at 2 AM, we decided she would be better in her own bed than waking up the whole house (Brad and Rebecca and kids and Greg and Veronica were also staying overnight). She was sick at Ryan's Mom's as well on Christmas Day, but when she wasn't getting sick, was happy as can be for the most part. Boxing Day she seemed back to her old self except she still refused to eat and now was starting to refuse to drink as well. We took her shopping and she napped when we got home. We knew something was really wrong when she woke up from her nap and cried for 2 hours straight - nothing we could do or offer her to make her stop. Ryan phoned the nurse helpline and they advised to take her to emergency. Not where we wanted to go over the holidays but we actually hit it at the right time and the rush started after we checked her in. Turns out she has a nasty throat infection, and now that she's on medication, she's so much better. She even ate some cheerios yesterday and is drinking apple juice like crazy.

Other than that, we are getting ready for our cruise and are so excited! In a way, I'm glad Kaitlyn was sick while we were home with her rather than sick while we are away. I would hate to have imposed that on Krista! Finding clothes to wear is a bit of a challenge for both of us since we have dropped a few sizes. I even tried my grade 12 grad dress on yesterday and - it fits! Craziness!

Kaitlyn was spoiled for Christmas from us and her grandparents, as well as Uncle Greg and Aunty Veronica who gave her very first Barbie. She was so excited. Lots of books, Little People, a new doll and even a Wonder Pets DVD (which she pronounces "oo dee dat" no matter how much you try to correct her).

The snow is in full force but the big thaw started yesterday. Looks like we'll be swimming to church this morning.

Anyway, better run - Kaitlyn is calling for me. I'll post some pics a little later.

Our Night Out

Last week Saturday was Ryan's work Christmas dinner. We decided to make a mini-getaway out of it since it was at the Pan Pacific in Vancouver. The dinner was really tasty, despite the small portions, I splurged on dessert, and we had a great night away. Kaitlyn stayed at my parents' house and had a great time too which made it easier to be away for a night. We stayed at a nearby hotel which was great too - way bigger room than we thought we booked which is always a nice surprise.

One of the great things I noticed that night was I wasn't afraid to pose for pictures. Ryan and I have both been working hard at the gym (though not as hard as we'd like because we like to work out together but then it costs more for childcare) and have totally changed our eating habits. It was great to feel confident in my new dress, Ryan in his suit, and seeing that our hard work is getting results. Not sure how much more we'll get accomplished before the cruise but I still haven't hit my goal yet!