The ABELS got a Puppy for Christmas

We didn't get a puppy, but we did get to go see one and she was so cute!

SNOW!

This last week we got about a full foot of snow in 2 days.  It has been BEAUTIFUL!  We are so blessed to live in Utah!  We had some friends join us for a sledding party one afternoon and then this morning Nick had me try the snowboard.  Then we built a snowman!

 

David Archuleta Concert

Last weekend I got to cross something off my bucket list: Going to a David Archuleta concert.  He was performing at Layton High School just 5 min. away so I got tickets and he did not disappoint.  Nick went with me and we had such a fun time!!  His voice is amazing!!

Elf Party and White Christmas

In the middle of December we hosted two parties.  One was a "girls night" watching White Christmas and then having a hot chocolate bar.  The other was an Elf party.  It was a fun night at both parties.  Jen and Brent Vansickel
Jessica Prince
Michelle Bodily
Tristen and Richard Maxfield

Nativity

In Kaysville every year they have a huge display of nativities from all around the world.  They were amazing and we had a fun time listening to the entertainment too.  I think we will make this a tradition.  So much fun. 

Polar Express Party

This year Molly's school hosted a Polar Express party.  They did all the details with tickets, the principal as the conductor, hot chocolate and even a fun indoor snowball fight.  Then the kids watched the movie in their pajamas.

Festival of Trees

This year as a Sidwell family we decided not to do gifts for each other and instead volunteer at the Festival of Trees in Sandy.  The kids each used their money to dress a bear that would be given to a child at Primary Childrens Medical Center.  We had a fantastic day.