Disney World!

We had Christmas with my side of the family this year, and we went to one of our favorite places -- Disney World! It's kind of funny because we've spent our last 2 Christmases with Mickey. This year it was much different though because of our new baby girl! I never knew that the parks had baby care centers with huge changing tables, nursing areas with rocking chairs, and a small store to buy extra wipes and diapers. Disney thinks of everything! And now I know what it's like to have a stroller and/or car seat at all times in a large park. It turns out there is quite a lot to do there even if you have a baby. We could bring her in shows and have her ride along with us on things like the Nemo ride, Safari, etc. I think Hazel loved her first trip to Disney!

Here's our classic-matching-family photo at the entrance to the Magic Kingdom. Can you believe how fast our family is growing??

The castle for Christmas time:

Our Christmas Eve jammies (look at Hazel's smile!!):

Faith and Hazel with Grandpa Hayes:

These poor little girls hardly get anything to eat! They're both in the 90+ percentiles for weight.

Here's our little Santa Baby on Christmas:


Of course, we had a classic Hayes talent show written and directed by Aubrey. Those kids are all so creative and cute.


Mom even brought her costumes (yes, that's right) in her carry-on bag so we could do the annual Nativity scene.


Here are our gifts from the Hayes 2 family -- hats in our favorite colors!


Here are the youngest grandkids with Grandma!


James was sick one of the days so we stayed "home" (all 20 of us stayed in a 7 bedroom house together) and watched movies and hung out. It was actually nice to have a low key day with our little fam.


Hazel was such a trooper at all of the parks. She carried our food and everything! My only complaint was the ridiculous amount of blow-outs for the trip. That's why she's only in a onesie in this one. Apparently I need to pack at least 2 extra outfits when I'm out and about.
(Notice how intent she is on opening that bag of chips with her mind.)


Epcot is a lot of fun because you get to go around to all the little countries. There's entertainment and regional foods all around the circle.


The park on New Year's Eve was SO crowded, so we took a little break on the hill.


Here's little Basil with her first Minnie! Thanks, Grandma!


Hazel surprisingly slept well for us while on vacation and she did great on the plane rides as well. I think she likes to travel!
Thanks to Mom and Dad Hayes for a wonderful family vacation!