Deck Those Halls

TA DA!

And trim that tree! We got right into the Christmas spirit today and decorated inside and out. Tree is up, stockings hung, lights on - just need 'Ol St. Nick to show!

Happy Thanksgiving

Is it done yet?

Just finished the Gibson turkey feast: turkey, mashed potatoes, stuffing, cranberry sauce, sweet potato casserole, rolls and veggies. Just us 4 but we did some damage. Now we are watching Beauty and the Beast on tv with pumpkin pie to follow ... yum! Wishing everyone a wonderful day to give Thanks!

Thankful for Museum Memberships

Digging for Dinosaur bones.

Fun with magnets.

Climbing and sliding.

Riding the Amazon river boat.

Walking on the boa constrictor.

We went to the Museum of History and Science this morning to get of the house but escape the chilly weather. Emma and Olivia had the best time running around and showing Daddy all of their favorite exhibits.

Thankful for Singing Ornaments

Emma and Olivia LOVE to press every single button on the singing ornaments at both Home Depot and Lowe's. This morning was no exception. Here is Liv getting jiggy with it.

Thankful for Hammers and Nails

We went to Lowe's this morning to build a Snowman! Emma and her Daddy hammered away as Liv and I cheered them on.

Thankful for Tutus

Emma went to her first tap/ballet class this morning at Cherry Creek Dance. Amazingly, she went into the class with no problems and followed all of the teacher's instructions. Olivia and I watched the class on tv in the waiting room and couldn't believe how fabulous Emma was. She jumped, she twirled, she tapped - it was awesome. Here she is in her blue "Cinderella" ballet outfit before class.

Thankful for Free Photography

We found a great photographer on Craig's list and knocked out a photo session at the park this morning. Got some cute shots for the Christmas card, to be ordered today. Thanks again Mallory!

Thankful for HUGS

Olivia has learned how to "hug" whether you want one or not (i.e. Emma watching Monster's Inc. and not interested in a hug fest).

I Am Thankful For ...

Emma is learning about Thanksgiving in her preschool class. Part of her homework this week was to draw pictures of what she is thankful for (Family and Friends), what she wants to be when she grows up (A Mommy) and what food she likes to eat at Thanksgiving (apple pie, potatoes and rolls).

Egress Progress

Ryan has been hard at work finishing up the egress window project. The second basement window was sealed up, new insulation added and new drywall, painting, trim, etc. Nice work Ry!