Florida for New Years Eve

We headed back to Florida on December 27th to get out of the cold and into the heat for New Years Eve.  We were looking forward to continuing our vacation. 

On the flight with Nana, Daddy, Mommy and Papa

We wanted to make sure we spent a lot of time outside even though it was really hot.  We biked over to the butterfly garden in Bonita Bay and took a walk through that area all together. It was so beautiful looking at all the different butterflies that migrate to certain trees and plants.  We also took daily walks and bike rides through the area to the park every day. 

An Alligator peaking through the water on one of our walks

Avery is such a pro at going out to nice dinners so we didn't disappoint her for NYE, we had dinner at Roy's which was delicious.  She was an angel as usual at dinner and had so much fun playing with all her toys and eating. 

Avery's own Chef's hat

Goofing off with her glowstick

All together after dinner

A quick post by the Christmas tree

Flashing her belly

Snuggles with Papa post dinner

We still hadn't gone to Nana and Papa's country club for dinner so on Friday night we headed over to try it out.  It's a huge production and there are a ton of members.  Every Friday they have a live band and dancing in the bar which was tons of fun! 

In addition to going to the beach every day we tried to take a break on a slightly overcast day and tried the Naples Childrens Museum.  Avery LOVED it!! There were so many different areas for her to play in.  A season's section, a play kitchen, dress up, foam obstacle course. 

Treats for the doggies

On our last night in town we made sure to get together with our good friends Lorin and Aaron.  It was so great to see them and catch up even if it was just for a night.  We went to a new spot that was bring your own food and had a nice beer list and tons of games to play.  It was a cool atmosphere. 

Mommy and Lorin

Daddy, Mommy, Lorin and Aaron

driving in Papa's convertible

Our last day in Florida the weather turned.. it was 60 out and we wanted to get one last trip to the beach under our belts before coming back to snow.  We were the only ones there but Avery had fun running around, collecting shells and chasing birds. 

Christmas 2015

We started our Christmas morning with our traditional breakfast.  It includes a yummy egg bake, fruit and this year i made monkey bread! It was delicious. 

Homemade monkey bread

Waiting to open stockings with Daddy

After breakfast we opened stockings, this year Avery was much more involved in opening her stockings and gifts.  We rushed to see if Santa had eaten the cookies we left out - and he did!

Stocking time

After stockings we headed downstairs to see all the goodies that Santa brought.... he was VERY generous this year and we are so so grateful.  Avery had so much ripping through the paper, watching the dogs play with ribbons and playing with all her new toys. 

I think we over did it

Someone is so excited to open presents!

Matching jammies

Elmo

Minnie Mouse

A new purse from Auntie Britini

Selfie stick with Papa

Fambam, matching jammy time!

Literally the best one........

That afternoon Thomas, Carolin and Emma came over to join us for Christmas Dinner.  The holidays are all about celebrating with family and friends and since the Winter's family couldn't fly in from Germany we wanted them to join us.  Avery and Emma are such good friends and they play so well together. 

table talk

Mickey

watching Mickey Mouse

Riding together in the wagon

The whole gang

Family Photo

December 26th was exactly how it should be, the three of us stayed in our jammies all day, ate leftovers and Avery played with all her new toys while we watched.