Merry Christmas 2010

xmas 2010

Merry Christmas! This year both Joel and Noah learned about Santa and were quite excited when they came downstairs in the morning to find a note from Santa and lots of presents under the tree.
We spent a cozy day at home, with less family around than usual. The boys did enjoy all the gifts, thank you everyone to help make the day even more special for the little ones. Their favorites are definitely the guns from Parker, which happen to be very noisy (thanks, Uncle Trip!). Daddy made a special pancake breakfast and Mommy made "Little Turkey (cornish hens)" for dinner. As Joel would quote Santa-"Ho-ho-ho", and a goodnight for all. Until next year!

Winter outdoor

december 2010

We're definitely getting a hang of being outdoor. The secret is layering and snowsuits!
Noah really takes to the snow this year and loves to play outside.
Joel is still a bit reluctant. They do agree on snow as snacks, though. Bo also loves snow. Noah is learning a lot from Bo, too. He was fascinated by how Bo can make yellow snow...and that Bo's poop make steam! Funny to see things from kid's point-of-view. Next on the list will be to try out skiing sometimes.

Tis the season...

The making of xmas card 2010

This year, Mommy resorted to bribery to get the kids and the dog to sit in the same photo frame.
It worked out quite well. So many good pictures...but only a few made it to the official xmas card.
Hope you all enjoy!

First Snow Winter 2010

First snow fall 2010

First big snow this year arrives a little later than usual-December!
Noah enjoys the snow much more and loves sledding. Joel is a little hesitant, but did say, "that was fun," at the end. Bo seems to be snow dog, and loves to run in the snow with all the kids.

Thanksgiving trip south

Thanksgiving 2010

We went to Herrin this year for Yai-Yai's special thanksgiving dinner.
Mommy said, it's the best turkey ever! Now that all the family are near-by, we even went to St. Louis that weekend. Nah Kao took us on a special horse drawn carriage to enjoy the holidays lights.
We sure packed it in during the trip, adding even a birthday celebration for Yai-Yai (who didn't turn four, either).
Noah and Joel got to play with Nolan and even Parker, too.