Let it Snow!

We've had a very snowy winter so far. However, the individual snows were never too deep or wet enough to make a snowman. Almost all of the "big" storms seemed to just miss our area. The kids had never even made a snowman. Well, that all changed this past weekend. We received 8 inches of snow! We all took a break from our morning lessons and headed outside for 'Snowman 101'. We had to act quickly because it was starting to rain. The forecast was for 45 degrees. We managed to make 2 snowmen and the beginning of a fort. By lunchtime, they had all toppled over. But we did it! Even I had a blast!

Alex turns 5

Only one week after Christmas Alex turned 5. He had been counting down the days since he first came to the US. We actually created a countdown calendar so he could understand how close he was getting. He got to make and decorate his own cake and we gave him a scooter and a Playmobil truck. We still plan on taking him to Chuck E. Cheese.

Christmas Recap

We spent the 22nd with Tracey's side of the family. Stephanie and Mike made the 8 hour drive to visit with the family and meet their newest nephew Alex.

Christmas Eve was at Chris' parents' home and Christmas Day was spent at home. This is the first time we didn't have to travel on Christmas day. It was very nice to relax at home with the family. We started the morning with our Advent book which tells the story of Christ's birth and purpose on earth. We opened gifts and then let the kids play all day.

Madison sang in the "Mystery of the Manger"

Madison joined choir this year. She reluctantly joined because she had NO choice! She found she actually enjoyed learning the songs and motions for the musical. My shy girl is branching out and perhaps next year she will even try out for a solo?!

First Snow Ever!

Alex got to experience his first snow ever...at least to my knowledge. The night before he watched out the window with glee. He happily shoveled the driveway until Madison and Nathan called him over to learn snow angels. He seems to be adjusting to the colder weather. There was no complaining until I called them all inside.

Merry Christmas to All!

Our Fun Trip to the Dentist

Alex had 3 teeth extracted this week. This was very traumatic! He cried for 15 minutes which should really be classified as heavy sobbing. He has always fought tears so I know this was very upsetting. Even Madison cried because she felt bad for him. How is that for compassion?

Unfortunately, this is not the end of his dental troubles. He's having caps put on his teeth Dec. 17. The pediatric dentist said to expect another 3 or 4 visits the next few months to get everything done. Please keep him in your prayers!