Tuesday, Dec. 21, we went out to the new library in Herriman for Talisa's preschool program. The children recited sections of "Twas the Night Before Christmas" and sang cute songs.
Afterwards we went to Keith and Kim's home in Riverton for cocoa and treats. It was fun to visit with them and Kathie and Scott Gailey, another set of grandparents.
Kira was enchanted to play with Grandpa Rogers December 23 Kristilyn and Mark, Julie and Jason, and John and Kathyn went to "A Christmas Carol" at Hale Centre Theatre--a first for all of us. The special effects were amazing. Afterwards we had a chili dinner at Burninghams and played Catch Phrase. It was so fun.
Christmas Eve we had all of Utah families at our home for Christmas Eve FHE. John sang "Let Him In" then we watched a church DVD about the Nativity on our new flatscreen television mounted above the piano in the front room.
We acted out the Nativity story. Kristilyn is holding James and Grant is sitting beside them.
Kira didn't want any kind of a costume but she was pleased that her "Angel" doll was Baby Jesus. Talisa wanted to be a camel.
Reading the story from the scriptures.
Another view. Before FHE we had dinner then afterward we had orange rolls and cocoa for a treat.
CHRISTMAS DAY: I carefully organized these photos so they would be in chronological order but they didn't turn out that way and I'm not taking the time to redo it. Just consider these are candid pictures of the day. Julie and Jason had wonderful Christmas gatherings with Jason's family on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. Christmas Day Keith and Kim visited with all of her family in addition to spending time with us. It was a busy time but we cherished time together. 
James and Grant are holding the precious steam rollers they gave each other before we started unwrapping presents at Eliasons. John and Kathryn Ann and Julie and Jason were there for the excitement.
The boys got a battery-operated train set.
Jason and Julie Burningham on Christmas morning.
Our children were very generous to us--what thoughtful gifts! We feel so spoiled!!!
The Eliasons on Christmas morning. Grant and James are thrilled over their yellow Matchbox steam rollers and articulated trucks. Kristilyn fixed a scrumpcious brunch!
John and I went over to Keith and Kim's to see their Christmas. Talisa was so cute and excited.
Keith and Kim gave us this beautiful picture of the Manti Temple where we were married which Kim made. They also gave us a personalized calendar which included pictures from her blogs through the months. We appreciate their sharing her creativity.
After Christmas night dinner James, Talisa, and Grant retired to the toy room to put together a 100-piece puzzle and play together. Kira would run back and forth between the grown-ups and the kids. She scoots down the stairs on her little belly.
After opening a few more presents it was time to go home. It was just a happy, happy day. We were so happy to talk with our out-of-state families so that made us feel closer.
Sunday morning, December 26, we attended church with Jason and Julie where they were the Sacrament Meeting speakers. They both did an excellent job about teaching of the Savior and of Joseph Smith.
Their apartment is beautifully decorated. I especially loved this Nativity which Jason brought back from Israel.
Sunday night Edie and Roger DuPaix hosted a wonderful Extended Rasband Family Openhouse. Karen Keetch showed up with a sore thumb from sliced thumb she received on Christmas Eve. She had pneumonia on Thanksgiving but the family all helped so they had their regular meal at the Keetch home. Karen quipped, "This is getting to be a really nice thing to get out of all the hard work!"
Rasband Siblings and Spouses:
Christmas Eve we had all of Utah families at our home for Christmas Eve FHE. John sang "Let Him In" then we watched a church DVD about the Nativity on our new flatscreen television mounted above the piano in the front room.
We acted out the Nativity story. Kristilyn is holding James and Grant is sitting beside them.
Kira didn't want any kind of a costume but she was pleased that her "Angel" doll was Baby Jesus. Talisa wanted to be a camel. 
Reading the story from the scriptures. 
Another view. Before FHE we had dinner then afterward we had orange rolls and cocoa for a treat. 
CHRISTMAS DAY: I carefully organized these photos so they would be in chronological order but they didn't turn out that way and I'm not taking the time to redo it. Just consider these are candid pictures of the day. Julie and Jason had wonderful Christmas gatherings with Jason's family on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. Christmas Day Keith and Kim visited with all of her family in addition to spending time with us. It was a busy time but we cherished time together. Jason has been growing out his beard over the holiday since he doesn't have to shave. Both Mark and Jason got matching Norelco razors.
James and Grant are holding the precious steam rollers they gave each other before we started unwrapping presents at Eliasons. John and Kathryn Ann and Julie and Jason were there for the excitement. 
The boys got a battery-operated train set. 
Jason and Julie Burningham on Christmas morning. 
Our children were very generous to us--what thoughtful gifts! We feel so spoiled!!!
The Eliasons on Christmas morning. Grant and James are thrilled over their yellow Matchbox steam rollers and articulated trucks. Kristilyn fixed a scrumpcious brunch! 
John and I went over to Keith and Kim's to see their Christmas. Talisa was so cute and excited. 
Keith and Kim gave us this beautiful picture of the Manti Temple where we were married which Kim made. They also gave us a personalized calendar which included pictures from her blogs through the months. We appreciate their sharing her creativity. 
After Christmas night dinner James, Talisa, and Grant retired to the toy room to put together a 100-piece puzzle and play together. Kira would run back and forth between the grown-ups and the kids. She scoots down the stairs on her little belly. 
After opening a few more presents it was time to go home. It was just a happy, happy day. We were so happy to talk with our out-of-state families so that made us feel closer. 
Sunday morning, December 26, we attended church with Jason and Julie where they were the Sacrament Meeting speakers. They both did an excellent job about teaching of the Savior and of Joseph Smith.
Their apartment is beautifully decorated. I especially loved this Nativity which Jason brought back from Israel. 
Sunday night Edie and Roger DuPaix hosted a wonderful Extended Rasband Family Openhouse. Karen Keetch showed up with a sore thumb from sliced thumb she received on Christmas Eve. She had pneumonia on Thanksgiving but the family all helped so they had their regular meal at the Keetch home. Karen quipped, "This is getting to be a really nice thing to get out of all the hard work!" 
Rasband Siblings and Spouses: George and Sonja Rasband, John and Kathryn Ann Rogers, Karen and Richard Keetch, and Edie and Roger DuPaix. There were about 30 people there we had a good time eating and visiting. Jeannie and Debbie DuPaix are expecting and Sarah DuPaix is engaged to John Southwick. They will be married the the Salt Lake Temple in February.
Our baby boys all grown up--Justin Keetch, Bill Rasband, and Keith Rogers. Bill is attending SUU (Southern Utah University in Cedar City majoring in construction. His church calling in his student branch is choir director.)
This is an assortment of the manly stubble and beards that were the style.
Our baby boys all grown up--Justin Keetch, Bill Rasband, and Keith Rogers. Bill is attending SUU (Southern Utah University in Cedar City majoring in construction. His church calling in his student branch is choir director.)
This is an assortment of the manly stubble and beards that were the style.Brent Wade, Christian Bjarson, Jason Burningham, Stephen DuPaix, and Russell Keetch.
One of my favorite Christmas pictures of Kira, Kim, Keith, and Talisa.
One of my favorite Christmas pictures of Kira, Kim, Keith, and Talisa.We are excited about Uncle Dave and Aunt Tam Rogers' mission call to Japan on February 21, 2010, to serve as the mission office couple. Mark served in Japan and thinks it would be great to arrange a trip over there to visit with Dave and Tam while they are there!
The perfect end to the weekend was hearing precious Emily read her talk which she gave in Primary about her love for Jesus Christ. (Be sure to check Mike and Desi's blog! Emily is only four. ) We are filled with gratitude for the lives you lead, the safe homes your create, and the way you are raising our grandchildren. We are blessed byond measure with our testimonies and our families. We miss your close association but are comforted by the knowedge that you are a blessing to those around you whether in your wards, your neighborhoods, or your work. You each radiate the light of goodness and the gospel.
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