Christmas Day

Christmas time at Grandparents
Ellie, Amelia, Jacob, and Isabelle wait patiently before the opening of the presents begin. You can see the excitement just building.

The Sykes Sibiling.

Here Janet, Jason, and Jill snap this shot during a break.

One Last Look

Isabelle, Ellie and Amelia get one last look under the tree for unopened packages before making this Christmas under the tree complete. We are blessed and thankful, let us not forget the true meaning of the season. "For unto us a child is born, unto a son is given..."

From our family Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!

Walking in a Winter Wonderland

We started our Christmas on Friday with a weekend trip to Gatlinburg. Jill and I decided this year to bypass the gifts and spend the weekend in the Smokey's....without kids. A BIG thank you to all the aunts, uncles, and Mimi & Papa for volunteering to care for the girls. We'll make it up to you guys in doing some shopping in Pigeon Forge.

The drive took an unexpected 8 hours from Memphis, mostly because we ran into SNOW. It was awesome when we arrived in Gatlinburg. They had recorded more than 6 inches in just a few hours.

On top of the Sky Lift

Bye Bye to 2009

As we are saying so long to 2009 and hello to 2010. We have captured a rare and special moment in time when the Terry kids and Jacob Sykes are together for a spontaneous photo op.

Jill and I are both amazed how quickly they are growing right before our very eyes. Gone are the days of Christmas gifts simple and basic. Isabelle is amazed with the whole tree, ornaments and the fireplace burning. While Ellie wants a Nintendo DS1 and Amelia, a Ken Doll to go with her Barbie collection..."Barbie needs a daddy!" she says. I don't think Ken is supposed to be the daddy. As for me I don't know anything about the Barbie world. My Sisters! NOT A WORD.

These girls love their cousin Jacob! Isabelle was calling his name last night "J-Cup" on the way to church; they do have a special bond together.

So to all the friends and family that follow the blog (and of course the ones that don't). Have a great Christmas and trust the New Year is full of good memories and blessings.

Bill