Merry Christmas from us to you!

Merry Christmas!  It's been non-stop family, food, Christmas music, and fun dice games since we left home Saturday morning.  It was so much fun that Kurt didn't want to nap or sleep and risk missing any of the action.  Of course he eventually did both, but it was a battle (for all: Mama, Dad, and Baby).  He also thought it was a good idea to scream the entire way home -- just in case we forgot how much he hates riding in the car.  Even while he was screaming, our hearts were filled with love for him and we were feeling very grateful to have him.  Grateful for all our family.  Grateful for Jesus.  Grateful for His love, mercy, and peace.  Let's rejoice in all things!  Merry Christmas to you and yours!

a frog party

My nephew had his fifth birthday party on Saturday and it was a frog-themed celebration.  We all wore something green and the three boys looked so festive!  It was a challenge getting a good photo, but one out of a dozen isn't bad in my book!

first snowfall

Last weekend the three of us got to enjoy winter's first snowfall!  I know I'm a little late to share the photos, but I caught the flu later that evening and have been laying low ever since.  As you can see, Kurt seemed to like the snow.  We're looking forward to more weekends like this one (minus the flu)!  :)

love

I don't remember what we were doing this day or why we took this photo, but I love it and I'm glad to have this little boy as my boy.