Christmas in Vermont

The Estee's spent Christmas with Jaime's family in Vermont. On Christmas Eve, all the Bouvier's gathered for the annual ornament exchange. Connor was able to see his same-age cousins, MacKenzie and Lauren, for the first time in a while. They played pretty well together, even if there were a few sharing issues. Someone got the Leap Frog Fridge Farm as a gift, and Connor just about pushed people over to get to it. Luckily, Grammy was at her house and was able to bring the one we brought with us, so it calmed things down a bit. It also kept Connor quite entertained as the adults participated in the Yankee Swap ornament exchange.

Christmas day was an adventure as Connor woke up with a very runny nose, and just seemed a bit agitated. My mom and I kept trying to determine whether he was teething or just getting a cold. Well, two days later we found a first year molar had popped through! I guess that answers that question! That being the case, Connor wasn't himself all day, and was very cuddly the whole week. He still had a great time with his new presents, though, and still managed to save room for a little Christmas dinner and dessert.

It was nice to spend a few extra days with the family this year, as usually we have to head back the day after Christmas so Joey can work. This year he had the whole week off, so we were happy to spend that time seeing everyone in Vermont. The time flew, though, and before we knew it, we had to say goodbye. We hope to see everyone again, soon!


Connor and Lauren playing during the Ornament Exchange.


Connor looks like he's being very sweet here; however, I believe he was trying to turn Lauren around to steal her pacifier (yes, even though he has one. I did mention sharing issues, right?)


My cousin's youngest daughter, Sarah, showing Connor how to get his groove on.


Notice how Connor is moving in on MacKenzie to get to the fridge farm. He actually looks like he's pushing her out of the way (and it was her toy!).


All dressed up and no place to go...


Joey had Connor laughing SO hard, so my dad just had to get a shot!


Mr. Man.


Mom and her boys.


Connor loved this dump truck that Grammy got for him. So much fun!