The McNelson Family

The McNelson Family
Lil' Half Nelson

Wednesday, December 26, 2012

Christmas in California

This year the McNelson family spent Christmas in sunny Palm Springs where Amber was able to spend some quality time with Grandma and Grandpa Nelson. It was definitely nice to have a break from the cold and have some t-shirt and shorts weather again. Even nicer to have a quality visit with Marg and Roy :)

On Christmas Day Amber was very spoiled. At first she wasn't so sure about opening presents. She actually even had a tantrum when we told her it was time to open gifts! Once she opened a couple she realized that gifts are pretty great and quickly opened the remainder. She then spent the rest of the day packing her toys around the house.

This was also an especially difficult Christmas for me being the first without my mom. Although my Christmases will never be the same, I hope that I can create many great memories for Amber just like my mom did for me.

Our visit is sadly coming to an end, but we have had a great time to say the least. Great food, fun adventures (hiking and biking), and above all a fantastic family visit :)