Mia was lucky enough to have several Christmas' this holiday season. It all began the week before Christmas. We had our own family Christmas in Maryland where she excitedly opened a few gifts just about every day for 4 days. Friends and family sent puzzles, stuffed animals, musical instruments, a flying monkey, Betty Spaghetti, alphabet games, clothes, books, play kitchen items including cuttable fruit, pots and pans, and wooden cookies. Maryland Santa even brought Mia her very own train set. Just when it all seemed to be too much fun, we hopped on a plane to celebrate with both sets of grandparents, uncle Bob, Aunt Kris and cousins galore. Mia was quite the trendy traveler with her backpack loaded up with new toys and activities.
We arrived in cool, cloudy Arizona (no that's not a typo!) and were greeted by Grandma and Grandpa. We then had a lovely Christmas Eve dinner and though, jet-lagged, Mia certainly loved opening more presents... puzzles, books, clothes, a purple tutu, DVD, scarf and much more!
Next stop was Abi and Tata's house for Christmas day festivities. Again, Mia was surprised to see even more presents...movies, puzzles, stuffed animals, books, alphabet telephone, clothes, and more! Mia is sure grateful to have so many family members taking care of her!
She had so much fun helping Abi cook, enjoyed a couple of trips to the Railroad Park, playing dress up, and turning on the Christmas tree. While at Abi and Tata's we also celebrated yet one more Christmas with the Camachos, and caught a Suns game with the Browns. We enjoyed a tasty dinner and headed off to the Phoenix Zoo for Zoo lights. FUN, FUN!
We enjoyed a few more days at Abi and Tata's which included a visit to Diana's house where Mia got to play with all of her older second cousins and younger cousin, Fletcher. Later that night, she rocked out to the family ukulele band. Boy was that ever fun!
The second part of the trip was back at the Brown's house. Mia helped Grandma make cheese dip, went on several trips to the park including a trip to play catch with Daddy, Mommy, Grandpa and cousin, Vance, eating chips with Grandpa, playing spin Grandma around in circles and getting to know Chip and Kathi's daughter, Morgaine.
The last part of our visit included a ride on the light rail to the Arizona Center, a delicious lunch at the Elephant Bar- check out the dessert that Mia was allowed to sample, and a great New Year's Eve party with friends of our friends, Chip and Kathi. All in all, Mia was very comfortable with family and friends. She is talking up a storm and wasn't shy in the least bit. Mommy and Daddy were able to go out a few times thanks to Abi and Tata and we especially loved the warmer weather towards the end... sunny and in the 70's (just how we like it!). Alas, all good trips must end and we headed back to freezing, cold Maryland.
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