Christmas 2009

Wow, what can we say? 2009 came and went awful fast, and none too soon. We certainly had our ups and lots of downs in 2009. The housing market here in Arizona has had a lot to do with the downs. One of the 'ups' for us this year was Christmas. We were able to spend it at home and have a quiet day with the boys unwrapping presents and spending time together as a family. It was nice to relax and enjoy each others company. The funny thing about the Christmas was that days and weeks went into it's preparation, yet the gifts were unwrapped in mere moments in what seemed like a hurricane of boys around the tree. It was all in good cheer and so much fun to watch. We look forward to 2010 and hope that this will be our year in every way.


Never too big to be Mom's little boy!


Christmas eve, ready for the big day.


Lulu, sporting her new haircut and sweater.


In Gomez tradition, we made the boys wait at the
top of the stairs for a picture.


The stockings full.


Lulu and Ethan.


The stockings empty.


Lego's were a big hit with Emery.


Everett loves Lego's too!


Surprised Holly with new Hollister sweats!


Holly opening some lemon pine-sol (her favorite).


New lava lamp for Ethan.


Wii games brought big smiles.


More Wii, for Emery.


Ethan got an I-pod nano, one cool gift!


Ethan and his new roller blades.

The aftermath, minutes later!

Turkey Trot

This Thanksgiving while Ethan and I were camping in the desert, Everett and Emery ran the first annual "Turkey Trot". It was a mile run in the neighborhood at the school. It's put on by the PE teacher from the elementary school who is also our head wrestling coach (Mr. "P" or Pavlenko). His oldest son was dressed as a turkey and really motivated the kids to run fast and do their best. Everett won a metal for 5th place and Emery finished 7th in their respective age groups. Everett was so concerned that Emery get a metal that he ran back to Emery and cheered him through the finish line. They both did a great job. We look forward to the 2nd annual Turkey Trot next year.


Everett and Emery with The Turkey.


The boys with their friends ready to run.


Everett finishing.


Everett with his metal.
All of the metal winners.