It’s been a busy month filled with so much holiday joy…hard to believe it’s nearly 2015! I couldn’t finish out the year without inviting you into our home for the holidays. We had a wonderful Christmas with my family (and a pre-Christmas celebration with the in-laws last month). In my industry, the news never stops. So getting a holiday off is reason enough to celebrate!
My mom and dad arrived from California, and boy were they freezing! A funny side story–My parents grew up in the Midwest and met at Bradley University in Illinois. But you would never know it by their hilarious mannerisms…they definitely have warmed up with the California weather over the decades! We didn’t venture out too much, but when we did, they were bundled up in layers. 
As my mother is probably reading this, I’m sure she is thinking, “I can’t believe Stacey posted that picture of me and dad!” So, here’s another one…an adorable pic of them from my wedding 5-6 years ago. (We barely took any pictures of us, only Peyton!)
Miss P is still too young to understand the holidays, so we didn’t go to great lengths to hide her presents. She actually ignored the tree for the most part, barely snooping before Santa arrived. My dad was in charge of putting together the big gift and I think it brought back plenty of memories from 30+ years ago. Toys have not gotten any easier to put together over the years! Peyton was in awe of her new toys. She still hasn’t made her way through all of them yet. I think we will be rotating them in and out over the months, so that she can enjoy each one…otherwise it’s a bit too overwhelming for her.
All in all, we were so blessed this year. We were completely spoiled by our parents, friends and extended family, who showered Peyton with love. And I can’t forget the amazing triplet community. I posted a few pictures below from some fellow 2013 triplet moms. Our group has such a close bond, since many of us met when we were newly pregnant with our trios. In addition to personalized ornaments, we received this adorable wall art with the names Parker, Peyton and Abby. I found a perfect place in our bedroom for it, so I wake up every morning to my children’s names. And one friend even sent Peyton the Princess Cozy Coupe. I think P was trying to say, “Hey lady, hand over the keys!”
I’ll leave you with a final thank you of 2014. It’s been a great year for my family; one of healing and growth. Sure the holidays had some difficult moments. I wish I could say that time heals all wounds, but our second Christmas without Parker and Abby was just as tough as the first. But there are no complaints, it’s all part of life. We learn how to cope and how to heal over time. I’m taking a few days off of work this week to watch my Oregon Ducks in the first ever College Football Playoff. Peyton and I will be cheering on the Ducks in the Rose Bowl and enjoying the last of my favorite sport for the season. Happy New Year to each of you and thanks for coming along for the ride this year. I have some big goals for myself in 2015 and for this blog…so look for a new post in the coming week or two.
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So glad to see you have so much love and enjoying your presents. Love the car and watch out Riley!!!!!!!!!! She is such a joy to watch how she has grown and becoming her only little person. Love to you and your family and 2015 will be such a great year for you. Stay warm and healthy..
HI~Happy New year!!
Love the pics,thanks for sharing.
hugs jane
Peyton looks like she enjoyed every minute of her Holiday. I wish you, and your family a Happy, and Healthy New Year. I just love Peyton`s smile. Thanks for sharing.
Happy New Year to your family and thank you for sharing your pictures and thoughts. Peyton will be doing so many new things this year and time does help the healing.
Hugs….
HI Ms. P and family. so glad you all had such a great Christmas. Hoping you have a Healthy and Happy New Year. May god bless all of your family. I enjoy so much seeing the pictures and to see how Ms. P is growing. she is a beautiful little girl.
Ms. P – glad you and your folks had a wonderful Christmas. You are such a special little Princess. Hoping and praying you have a prosperous and healthy and Happy New Year. Looking forward to seeing more pictures of you as you progress. Be a good and careful driver in your little coupe and watch out for Riley – – maybe you can teach him to push you in your “lil car”. You are getting so big and growing so fast – – Hugs & Kisses to you and your family – – and Riley too. Stay warm and healthy little one and have a Happy New Year!!
Glad your Christmas was a great one. Wishing you a great New Year. Really enjoy your blog. So good to see how Miss P is growing and how cute she is. Thanks for a year of joy to us too.
Glad everyone had a wonderful Christmas! Miss P is so sweet and adorable! So thankful for all her accomplishments during this past year. Have a safe and happy New Year. Enjoy cheering for the Oregon Ducks! Glad you have some days off to share with family and cheer your team.
Hi,Peyton!! Did U have a fun time,with Gramma n Grampa,,I bet they did,with U!! Enjoy all your new toys!!
happy new year love the pictures and loved all the toys she got updates great so adorable in her car loved the pictures of your mom and dad have a blessed new year and enjoy your time off with your family
Loved seeing Peyton with all her toys. She is such a sweet little girl.
Best wishes for you all in the coming New Year.
Hi little Peyton!! My heart feels good after seeing all the beautiful pictures of you!! God bless you and your family!!
Happy New Year sweet little doll. Love seeing the pictures.
Thanks for sharing Miss Ps Christmas she is so cute and I love all the new pictures of her you post. Congratulations on a Duck win!! looking forward to the journey with you and your family in 2015.
She doesn’t seem to have any problems ripping the wrapping off 🙂 I love the picture of her with the doll. Heck, I love all the pictures. There’s something about Peyton – she just looks like a happy, jolly little creature who would never be mean to anybody and would share everything she has. I’ve really loved watching her! You all have a wonderful year!
Jan