Good Times in Georgetown

I'm getting a little behind here...let's go back to December for a moment, shall we?  We had so much fun on the Georgetown Loop Railroad last year that we decided to go again and take Grampy this time! This is probably one of my favorite things to do at Christmas because it really makes you feel like you're in Colorado.  I mean, I know we live here but sometimes we forget how beautiful and amazing our state really is.  

 Getting ready to board!

 Christmas carols, anyone?

 Chugging through the mountains--so festive!

 Grampy and one of Santa's helpers. 

 Checking out the lights with Grampy.

 Carter acting as photographer, then practicing his Selfie skills. 

 This crew is ready for PIZZA!

 I had to post this one because of Sean's infamous ability to fall asleep anywhere. He is taking a little cat nap while the rest of us finish eating dinner.  Gotta love it.

 Now Mimi & I with a Selfie shot.  (Sorry about that.)

The whole gang leaving the Alpine at the end of a great day.

Santa's Workshop

After losing our camera in Colorado Springs a couple of weeks ago, we thought these pics were gone forever.  Thanks to some really honest and kind folks at Applebee's, we got the camera back and can share our fun holiday outing.  I remember going to the North Pole over 30 years ago, so it was really neat to be able to enjoy it with the boys.  The one downside was the COLD, the upside was that we didn't have to wait in any lines! First stop, the candy cane slide!

 Carter...

 Davis...

...and Sean!

 Antique cars

 Going around on the fast rides became Sean's job after I almost tossed my candy canes on the Tilt-A-Whirl.

 Riding the ornament on a Christmas tree.

 Davis and Rudolph

 Giddy-Up!

 The Candy Cane Coaster was my favorite ride as a kid and it did not disappoint! 

 Up, up and away on the mini ferris wheel.

 View from the Gondola ride.

Santa's sleigh was parked here before Christmas. So cool!  

Merry Christmas!

We were lucky enough to have Mimi here for Christmas again this year!  On Christmas Eve, we went to church downtown and the boys loved the live Nativity scene at the family service.  Baby Jesus was so cute! Carter loved the singing and Davis mostly loved the candles/glow sticks during "Silent Night".  Afterwards, we drove past the City and County building to see the beautiful light display.

Santa was very good to us this year--even Macey got a visit from Santa Paws! My wish for next year is that Sean builds me a fireplace so that I have somewhere to hang the stockings with care.  

 Three Beilman boys chillaxin' on Christmas morning.

 

 This boy loves bears.

Just the girls + Carter

 Even more presents to open after Christmas from Aunt Christy, Aunt Natalie & Uncle Josh and Brinley!  Thanks to everyone for the wonderful gifts you sent the boys!

Oh What Fun...

Nothing says "Christmas" like a Lego Advent calendar.  The boys looked forward to seeing what Lego they would build each day, in addition to looking for Alfie (our elf).  

We also got to visit Santa at Daddy's office again this year!  Sean was actually away in Florida on a business trip, but we went anyway...no way were we going to miss the Big Guy! (Sean wanted to make it clear that the trip was not as glamorous as it sounds because he spent most of his time inspecting dry ice ventilation inside a walk-in cooler. Yeah, I'll pass on that.)

Christmas Party Circa 1920's

It is always such a treat to go to Sean's office Christmas party and this year was no exception. This year's theme was a Murder Mystery set in 1920's Prohibition-Era speakeasy. It was a really fun theme & I'm disappointed in myself for not dressing up because almost everyone else there did! Nonetheless, we had a great time.  It is amazing how getting to dress up for a nice dinner at a country club, open bar and fun entertainment can make you feel valued by a company.  We are truly blessed that Sean has such a great job.

 Family photo before we got our party on.

Sean the Gangster.

Alfie's Back!

Our Elf on the Shelf, Alfie, flew back just after Thanksgiving to make sure the boys stay on Santa's "Nice" list.  So far, he has surprised us by showing up in some funny spots.  We all have so much fun looking for him every morning!  Today he was in the downstairs bathroom and left us a little "surprise" that was not meant to be posted online...I think he ate one too many Reese's peanut butter cups the night before. ;-)