Murphy Memories

Thursday, January 19, 2017

the Marvelous Murphys

We got a lot of time with Nana and Papa this week and it was grand. Benji and Milo loved having their undivided attention for a week straight because it meant they got to read all of the books their big hearts desired. We did venture out into the snow a few times, making it a week to remember.

They memorized all of their favorite books. 

Disco ball night is always the best night. 


An adorable duo.
We make some pretty cute elves,
if I do say so myself. 
Game night! We missed Jake.






The perfect day for playing
in the snow. 


Thanks, Papa, for the brief sled ride. 
Benji kicked me off after a few minutes.







You make pulling a sled look easy, Papa.
Benji was So brave and sledded down the hill
with Nana! Nice work, Benji!


Feeding the chickens is always an adventure.

Miles, the Chicken Whisperer.



A fabulous day in the snow. 
It is a tradition to help paint a project or two
while in Idaho. :)



Mom and Dad treated us to a movie and we all
had a blast. Moana was wonderful! And I
think the boys ate a large tub of popcorn each.




Jake is just pure
entertainment. 



They sat like this the whole movie, even
through the end credits!





A White Christmas

Josh's last day of school was on the 22nd so we started our two day trek on the 23rd. The boys were absolutely amazing in the car and Josh is an incredible co-pilot. I drive and Josh does everything else. We made it a lot farther than anticipated and made it to Nephi, Utah our first day. We were lucky our schedules allowed it and we were able to catch up with the Merrills for breakfast on Christmas eve on our way to Idaho. We love them and miss them! Christmas Eve was fantastic, Christmas day was magical and all was right in the world as it snowed and snowed for the holiday. 


Reading is an easy way to make friends. 

Benji had a lot of fun singing songs with Lincoln. 

Even though we both look like we are in pain,
it was so much fun catching up!


It was so nice being able to talk to Elder Freddy!

We got foot of snow, overnight!
Ahhh...the beloved snack feast.
It wouldn't be Christmas without it! 
Merry Christmas!
The big boys stayed up until 5 a.m.
for the 2nd year in a row...so by the
time the little boys got up for presents,
they had gotten two hours of sleep!
Santa did an awesome job knowing exactly what
the boys would want in their stockings. :)

Thanks for the awesome books, Nana and Papa!

Merry Christmas, Elder Bubber.




Sorry, Mom. We couldn't pass up the opportunity
for you to capture our hilariousness.
He is loved and very missed!






Thanks for shoveling the snow!! You are champs.
Merry Christmas from the Freddy's!
Seasoned unwrappers.




These cuties now how it's done!
Cheese-ball
Merry Christmas!