the best christmas gift

The Harker's had an amazing Christmas this year. Surrounded by friends and family- it doesn't get better. Remembering the true meaning of CHRISTmas is the most important part. How grateful I am that my Savior came to earth. That He was born in a lowly stable to loving parents. His life on Earth has changed everyones' lives for eternity. I love my Savior, my Brother.

I can't help but think of my son. How blessed we are to have a loving, healthy baby boy. Also, how blessed Leo is to be born to parents who love him, who would do anything for him and who love each other.

Our Christmas gift from Leo came one day late this year. But it doesn't matter. I will cherish this memory forever. The video above depicts the first time Leo gave us a deep belly laugh. It was a laugh I had never heard from him before. All I could think was, "I wish Braden could see this." He was at work at the time. But no worries because Leo did an encore for him later that evening.

My baby boy is growing up!

sledding 101

Another first for Leo this Christmas season- sledding! We bundled him up tight and carried him up the hill. He took a ride down the hill with grandma and fell asleep on the way down! Don't worry- it was a slow, controlled, and safe ride. I guess the slight jiggle of the ride relaxed him. So while he slept through most of it, he had a great time!

Disneyland!

Leo took his first trip to Disneyland! We saw Santa, rode the carousel, ate some delicious food at the New Orleans Cafe, and watched the parade. He had a blast! Papa and Nana we also there to share in all the excitement. We made some great memories that day.

Also, while in California we had a great time visiting with family and celebrating the holidays! We are back to snow country now, where it definitely looks and feels like Christmas.