Nico's First Christmas...

After leaving Granny's on Christmas Eve we headed back to Nashville. Needless to say we were all very tired. We had a very long day and got back home pretty late. Luckily we were able to get to bed before Santa came by. Christmas morning Giggy and Cat came over (in their PJ's) to open presents. After opening ALL of our presents (we must have been really good this year) we all pitched in to make a delicious lunch. Gabby, Paw and Aunt Julie came up to spend the afternoon with us and enjoy some yummy food. After stuffing ourselves once again, we took Nico on his first wagon ride. He loved it!

Getting ready for some more Christmas festivities. He's wearing the cute hat his Aunt Sarah made him.
The Monger Family

In his Radio Flyer wagon. Thanks Giggy!

Papa pulling Nico.

Mommy and Nico.

Christmas Eve at Granny's...

After opening presents at Gabby and Paw's we headed to Granny's. It's been a tradition in our family since I was born (maybe even before). Granny made a wonderful Italian dinner for us all (It was Nico, David and I, Ashley, my Uncle John, Aunt Debbie and cousin Patrick). We ate lasagna, meatballs, garlic bread and the list goes on. After eating way too much we sat down to open presents. Granny got a ton of presents, as usual ;) That's OK, she deserves it! We all got a ton of presents, too. After opening presents we had a bit of dessert. Nico had a GREAT Christmas Eve.

Granny showing Nico all of her presents.
Nico being curious about all of the gifts.
Nico playing with his puppy.

Nico playing with everyone's presents.

Merry Christmas!!! Nico is the best gift of all!

Christmas Eve at The Monger's...

Christmas Eve was a very busy day for us. Earlier in afternoon we opened presents at Gabby and Paw's house. Thank you everyone for all of the wonderful gifts! After opening presents we had a delicious traditional meal, complete with turkey, dressing and all the fixin's. Yummy! Nico was overwhelmed with all of the chaos...it was a blast, though. He loved playing with the bows, boxes and paper. He wasn't too interested in actually opening the presents. Maybe next year!

Opening his first present...well sort of. He managed to accidentally open a couple of other people's presents.
A picture of some of the mess. It was a present opening free for all!

MeeMaw playing "This Little Piggy" with Nico. He loves him some MeeMaw!!!

Robbie, Nico, Paige and Emma

Gabby got all of the grand kids coordinating Christmas PJ's. We tried to get a picture of all of

them in front of the tree; This is the best I got!

Robbie and Nico

Picture Tag...

Tracy tagged me, so here it goes...The rules: Go to your picture files. Pick the 4th file, and the 4th picture in it. Tell a little about the picture. Tag 4 friends.

This is Adam and Emma and David and Nico outside the parakeet exhibit at the Nashville Zoo. It was taken back in October. I tag Halie, Blair, Kristine and Sarah.

He's discovered stairs...

Nico has gotten quite good at climbing stairs. Here he is climbing the stairs and Gabby and Paw's. He is not walking, yet. He is pulling up on EVERYTHING and has taken several steps on his own many times.

Giggy's 50th Birthday...

We had a BIG time celebrating my mom's 5oth birthday over the weekend. Friday night we went to her house for pizza, cake and ice cream. On Saturday (her actual birthday) we went to The Opryland Hotel to see al of their decorations...beautiful! Saturday evening we surprised her with dinner at Buca di Beppo (a yummy Italian restaurant here in Nashville). Happy Birthday, Giggy!

Mommy and Nico in front of Opryland Hotel's HUGE Christmas tree.
Giggy showing Nico the ornaments.

Giggy and Nico

Nico playing peek-a-boo with the tablecloth at Buca di Beppo.

Nico playing with Giggy's balloons.

Picture with Santa Claus...

Me, Ashley, mom and Cat went Tuesday evening to get Nico's picture made with Santa. He did so good! He wasn't sure what to think. I sat him down and he looked up at Santa, then he'd look at the camera and then he'd look back up at Santa. They got a couple of good shots, but I ended up choosing the one where he and Santa are looking at each other. I figured it really captured his true reaction.

Mommy and Nico waiting in line to visit Santa.
After he had his picture made he got some reindeer antlers to wear. Such a good sport!

Visiting with Family...

David's Aunt Shirley's family came to Madison on Friday to visit. It was so great seeing everyone! Nico had fun playing with Chris and Angel's kids.

Nico had his first bubble bath Friday night.
Nico and his second cousin, Christin.

Nico found his old bouncy toy. He's a little big for it now, don't you think?!?

Nico and is second cousin, Ty. Nico is 2 weeks older than Ty.

Being mischievous :)

Happy First Turkey Day...

We headed to Madison, AL for Thanksgiving. We had a great time visiting with everyone. Not surprisingly, Nico LOVED Thanksgiving. He had the usual fare...turkey, dressing, sweet potatoes, mashed potatoes, green beans, pumpkin pie and banana pudding! YUMMY! We are so thankful for everything life has given us. We are most thankful for our family and friends. Love you all!

Nico and Emma riding in the push-car at Gabby's.
"Baby's First Thanksgiving"

Enjoying Thanksgiving dinner.

Nico trying to give Emma a kiss. She wasn't too sure about it.

The Mongers posing with Sarah and Adam's beautiful turkey.