The Coria Family

Last week Carson and I were riding in the car and the radio was on.  Usually I have some sort of children’s CD playing, but for whatever reason the radio was on and Carson evidently was listening.  He started asking questions about what the song was about and the conversation quickly turned to money and I was trying to explain how money does not make you happy.  We had quite a good little conversation (considering it was a 4 year old and his mother).  We talked about how the important things in life are Heavenly Father, the gospel, our family and our friends.  Those things bring us true happiness.  I felt quite satisfied with what was discussed and that was the end of that. (Good parenting points for me ?)

The next night, I was on the computer and Carson came up to me out of the blue and said, “Mommy, money makes me happy.”  UGH!  I thought we had just been through this and I had done a pretty good job as a mommy teaching my young son the right thing.  Well, obviously it did not go over as well as I had thought.  I replied, “No Carson, money does not make you happy.”  He quickly stated, “Yes, money does make me happy because then I can buy GeoTrax and that makes me happy.”  Well, I couldn’t argue with that. 

I guess the moral of this story is don’t listen to the radio in the car with your young children.  Back to the “Barney Mobile” for me.

Yesterday was Audrey’s 10th birthday.  Isn’t she beautiful?

We celebrated by going out to dinner with family and then coming home for cake, ice cream, and presents.  Here is a peek at what the Coria’s act like at restaraunts.

I love them all to pieces!!!

Some of our children have liked their pacifier, some have not.  Can you guess how this child feels about it?

Sophia generally is not allowed her pacifier unless she is in her bed taking a nap or going to sleep for the night.  The sneaky little “peanut”  goes and gets them out of her crib when mommy is pre-occupied.  She is also known to strategically place them after naps in places she can reach, or on the blanket that she can pull into her reach for later naughtiness.  She obviously loves her “paa-paa”.

Sunday was Marc and my 13th Wedding Anniversary.  I just wanted to put up a quick post letting my blog world know that after 13 years of marriage, I love Marc more now than ever before.  It just keeps getting better babe, love you!

The week of Christmas proved to be extra special this year.  Here is a peek at some of the wonderful activities we were able to enjoy.

Tuesday:  GiGi Day!  Every year around Christmas time, my mom (GiGi to her grandchildren), plans something fun and special to do with the grandchildren.  This year, she took them to the Young Chef’s Academy to make fun Christmas treats.  The children loved it!  Thanks Mom you are fabulous!

after GiGi day, we got to go ride on a train at the Chandler mall with our cousins.  It was fun!

Wednesday:  Gracie’s 8th Birthday!!  A fun party with friends decorating cookies, playing games, and don’t forget the pinata!

Later that evening we enjoyed a Christmas dinner with Marc’s extended family.  Gracie got a birthday treat by getting to be Mary in the nativity.

Christmas day!!!

Then off to PaPa and GiGi’s house for more presents!  We were so happy that PaPa got to come home from the Hospital in time to enjoy the kids and Christmas with the family.

Next, to see Grandpa and Isabel and family!  We are thrilled that Grandpa is doing so well with his Chemotherapy.  And as to all of you who were making comments to yourself, or Marc, this is the reason for the mustache.  Marc’s Dad said that more of his flies out every time he sneezes, so in honor of him, Aaron and Marc grew a ‘stache.

Pillow fight with Carmen and Carson!

Back to Papa and GiGi’s for a little entertainment.

Next up, Saturday and Gracie’s Baptism!!  What a sweet angel we have been blessed with.  I couldn’t be more proud of the beautiful daughter she is- inside and out!

Rounding off the week is Temple lights on Monday with the Birch cousins.  We are SO HAPPY they are here to spend this special time with us!

I feel incredibly blessed to have such wonderful family surrounding me at the special time of year.  I love my family and friends and express much love and joy to all of them.  Thank you!