Snow Fun

Today was finally nice enough to go out and play in what snow is remaining. Lauren has been begging for at least a week now but it was just too cold to get out and about. This was Andrew's first time to really dig in and he enjoyed himself.

1st Christmas Gathering

We attended our 1st Christmas get together this past weekend. We don't get to see this side of our family very often so it is always great to spend time with them. The kids got some great loot and Elliott & I didn't fare to bad either. Lauren got a stand mixer so she was off to cook. Luckily, she talked Jonah into playing with her and they proceeded to whip up a great meal w/ the kitchen set in Grandma's basement. Upon further inspection, it appeared the 'chicken & rice' they made was actually a little toilet paper and water. . . can't fault them for having a great imagination!

The kids all enjoy playing a game called Left, Right, Center. Here are a few pictures of them gathered around the table.

Trip to the mall

We went to the mall last week to see Santa. Lauren thought it was pretty fun but Andrew wasn't so keen on him. Andrew was excited to see him and told us he would sit on his lap but the closer we got to Santa the tighter Andrew's grip got. I was terrified of Santa for a LONG time so I can totally understand Andrew's apprehension.

Andrew did enjoy the aquarium, though.

Christmas Program

Tonight Lauren had a Christmas program at preschool. The kids wore little costumes over their clothes. There were lambs, wisemen, angels, shepherds and stars. Lauren was an Angel. She did very good. Elliott taped it so I'll have to see if I can edit some of it for you all to see. I usually tape things for this site on my digital camera 'cause it's so easy to transfer over.

Here are a couple pictures after the program.

Everyone should know by now that Lauren does a lot more than just sleep at nap time. Here you can see her latest venture. At least this time she tooks clothes out of the dirty clothes basket and you can see that she wasn't picky . . . hence the pink undies!

Birthday Fun

My mom celebrated a birthday on Monday so this past weekend several of her friends gathered here for a celebration. I think everyone had a good time. Here are a couple shots from supper. You can see that Lauren had a good time wearing all the goodies my mom received.

More Birthday Fun

Andrew decided to get in on the fun last night. He kept pulling the hat over his eyes so he couldn't see where he was walking but it sure didn't stop him. A couple of falls later, he decided the chair was the best spot for him.