Ever since Max was in the womb he’s been a big dancer. I remember him moving around so much when loud music was playing.
It’s so amazing to me how dancing is such a natural thing. No one taught Max how to dance. He' just does it and comes up with new moves all the time. The louder, the better for him. You’ll see him turn the music up and dance even more.
I finally got a video of some of his newest moves. Enjoy!
We took Max to the snow and he loved it. He especially loved going down the hills on the sled all by himself! 
As usual, we spent Christmas Eve with my side of the family and Christmas Day with the Marshalls.
At “Grandmother’s” house Max decorated the tree and enjoyed his awesome new car that Grandmother gave him. She also gave him a motorcycle tricycle.
As a Christmas gift to my mom, Mike, Soin, and I attempted to recite the Living Christ from memory. We split it up into three parts. Mike was able to do his part with no problem, Soin did an awesome job and only had to read the last one or two lines and I had to read my last paragraph. It really is beautiful. We have decided to make it a tradition to try and do this every year.
We went over to my cousin's house to spend some time with other family. Max had fun with his cousin, Isabella.
Then we headed over to the Marshall’s for Christmas day. Here’s the usual spread of gifts. Max really was spoiled this year. He got so much stuff! And yes I asked Santa for a snuggie and I got one :) (thanks Naomi!)
We ate a delicious Christmas dinner: turkey, ham, chicken, mashed potatoes, yams, green bean casserole, rolls, chow mein, and fried rice. I think Max liked the chow mein best.
What a great Christmas we had!
We inherited two really nice bikes from Abe and Loni after they moved to Texas and we love them so much. We bought Max a seat so he could enjoy them too. The other day we rode to the park. We all had a blast.
My dad came all the way out to visit us from Riverside yesterday. We took the light rail to the Tamale Festival downtown.
The tamale lady!
Cute little goats!
Max was a little scared!
Hi five Grandpa George!
Thanks for coming out to see us, Daddy. We love spending time with you.
Sorry I’ve been a little out of the loop lately. I finally finished up my last class and then I’ve had to work on my observation hours which need to be completed before I start student teaching.
I was finally placed with with the class that I will be student teaching in. The teacher is amazing. I’ve been observing her and her class all week and I must say that I feel a little intimidated. I guess I just feel like I still know nothing. Even after all this schooling, reading, and assignments nothing nothing compares to the actual experience of teaching kids. I know I will gain a great deal of valuable experience with this teacher and this class. I’m scared but excited! I begin on January 4th.
Max had a double ear infection last week… poor baby! That was the first time he’s ever really been sick so I am grateful for that. He also had his 15 month check up and he’s still in the 95th percentile for his height and 50th percentile for his weight. He had three shots including that H1N1 vaccination.
He’s starting to say more words and he understands a ton. I can talk to him and I feel like he understands almost everything I' say to him. Brenda says that he’s very aware and that he should be easy to potty train. I hope she’s right!
Michael is doing great at work. He’s in his last very last class! He should be completely finished with school on January 25th… until grad school that is! He’s still the best husband a woman could ask for.
We are busy but very happy!
I can’t believe how cold it has been! I’ve been finishing up my 100 hours of classroom observations this week. Brenda just left Phoenix back to San Marcos. She came out again to help take care of Max and we had a really good time. We went and bought our cute little Christmas tree and to see the Mesa temple lights. Max loved being with his GG all week. I know he’s going to be sad once he realizes she’s gone. Thanks again for helping us out Brenda! We love you a ton!
My cousin, Breeana is having another baby boy! Last weekend we were able to go to her shower. She is absolutely gorgeous pregnant, as you can see. Congrats Bree, Kekoa, and Kanoa!YAY for boys!
We had a great time in California during Thanksgiving weekend. We were able to see both families, two cousins, Austin and Generra, our Uncle Joey, and a lot of friends!
Max had a blast playing on the beach with the sand and water. Aunt Naomi made him a little pool.
Later, we went to the Living Desert with Grandmother and Max loved it. He wasn’t as interested in the animals as he was the cool tunnels and hiding spots. I think his favorite part though, was the popcorn and orange HiC that grandmother bought for him. Yummy!
