Santa!!!

Last night was a very exciting one for the girls because they got to see SANTA!!!! From the moment we told Mackenzie that she would be seeing Santa, she literally didn't stop talking about it. I wasn't sure how this little meet and greet would go but from the way Zie was so excitedly talking about it my hopes were high. The entire time we were waiting in line Zie had a huge smile plastered to her face and kept saying "I'm so excited!". Isla equally shared in the excitement as she pointed to Santa numerous times and just couldn't stop giggling. It was really adorable to see them so giddy in his presence! That was of course until we actually got up to him. Mackenzie clung to her daddy for dear life and Isla made it very clear to Mommy that in no way shape or form would she be getting near him. After a failed attempt of getting them on his lap we decided to make it a family picture and the girls were much happier with this decision. I guess you are never to old to sit on Santa's lap! ;-) Mackenzie is still beaming from last night as she must have told me a hundred time today "I SAW SANTA!" Merry almost Christmas!!!!

Before our trip to see Santa!

The Wolfe Family and Santa Clause!!!

Isla Marie- 15 months!

Isla Marie turned 15 months today and to celebrate we are going to see SANTA this evening (will post on how that goes later!). It's really hard to believe that Isla is 15 months old. She is right smack in the middle of her toddler years and although she certainly acts like a toddler, I must admit I still treat her like my little baby (not sure if that will ever end). She is so full of life and personality and keeps us giggling all day long. She is really enjoying books these days (which we love) however it takes us 20 minutes to get through a five page book because she is constantly pointing to every object in the book (multiple times) wanting to know the word for it. She also has gotten really good at identifying people in a photo, for example if you ask her where "Momma" is, she will point right at me (and so on and so on). She is teething like crazy and is now sporting eleven teeth. She is taking in everything we do and trying to do it herself. For instance she is always trying to put on her own socks, shoes, hat, clothes, etc. She also tries to put these items on her sister and parents. She knows when she is being cute as she will sport this "Yeah I know I'm adorable" grin and she definitely knows when she is being naughty as she will run  in the opposite direction from you all while laughing hysterically trying not to be caught! She has the best friend in the world...her sister. Their relationship has really taken off. They "talk" to each other sweetly, give each other hugs throughout the day, giggle more than I thought was ever possible, and play tag like its running out of style. I often take a step back and give them their own time together as I am able to see the bond strengthening right there in those moments. We are so blessed to have this little peanut in our lives! Happy 15 months, Smiley Isley!!!

Mommy and Isla

"Helping" with the dishes

I was busy making breakfast when I heard little giggles coming from Isla followed by knocking coming from inside the pantry...

Isla had shut Mackenzie in the pantry!!! 

Later that morning she got into the box of Cheerios and dumped them all over the floor!

The girls had a blast cleaning them up!

When did she become a big girl?!!!

Brushing her teeth

She is obsessed with our Christmas trees and all of their ornaments

Breakfast conversation with Daddy

We were cleaning Zie's car seat and Isla thought it was the best toy ever!

Our little winter bunny!

Mackenzie loves "catching" her sister when she comes down the slide. So sweet!

Had to post this cute pic of big sis!

15 months :-)

Twinkle- Day 9-14

Get ready for some Twinkle madness....

Day 9: Elf Dreaming

Day 10: Tree Decorating

Day 11: Bath Playing

(Isla was taking her morning nap when we found Twinkle so we never got a pic of her in the tub)

Day 12: Tea Partying

Day 13: Santa Writing

Day 14: Advent Calendaring 

And although this is not Twinkle related I just had to post the picture below. My parents stopped in for the night on their way back from Williamsburg. We went to our favorite restaurant for dinner and then caught the Christmas Light show afterwards! Thought the picture was too cute/festive not to share! 

Twinkle- Week 1

We are having a blast with Twinkle the elf! The girls are loving all of her silly antics and look forward to seeing where she has "flown" to each morning. Poor Zie has been really sick this past week so Twinkle has been so helpful in putting a smile on her face. Isla is loving it as well and automatically starts giggling whenever she spots her! Here is a snapshot of the fun we have been having with her....

 Day 1: Mantel Sitting

 Day 2: Light Hanging

 Day 3: Santa Chillin

 Day 4: Cheerio Eating

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Day 5: Juice Drinking

 Day 6: Elf Tinkling

Day 7: Tree Riding

 Day 8: Elf Coloring

What will Twinkle the elf be up to tomorrow???!!!