The Stephens graciously hosted the 2nd Lord of the Rings marathon this year. I believe the first one was held about 4 years ago. I slept more than I watched, due to our early (very early) post Christmas sale shopping. More than sleeping or watching, I ate. There was a plethora of delicious food just an arm reach away. I am vowing to actually watch the whole thing next time, I'm talking all 12+ hours, as only the extended versions are acceptable for such an occasion.
Right before the Elves brought our new Christmas Eve PJ's we had a family talent show. My dad shared one of his childhood Christmas traditions. He used to perform this song with his sibs using homemade puppets. It was fun to watch the grand kids participate in an old tradition.
Many lovely talents were shared. For mine I shared a video which, as quoted by my mom, is "'R' rated, and pornographic". So naturally, I'll post it here.
Porcelain Renaissance bunny
Disco Ball (it really works!)
December 17th marked our 3 year anniversary! This year Sam is giving me a combined gift for Christmas and our anniversary... A house! I guess that's better than all the stuff I had on my wish list.
Sam was recently called to be a member of the Elder's Quorum presidency. Since they were in charge of a booth at our ward's Trek to Bethlehem we had the privilege not only to attend, but to dress the part as well.
Here are two of the things Landon was completely obsessed with this holiday season. Papa's star, and of course Mickey's Christmas Marching Band. Lucky for us, both were conveniently located. 
All the sibs were in town this year for Christmas so Landon got lots of fun playtime with cousins and uncle Dick (who's name landon pronounces perfectly...). 
