The new 2009 Christmas list

This year, in an effort to make the meaning of Christmas sink in a bit, the kids and I came up with a list of things to do. One each day until Christmas. Here is the original list written by Tanner. He abbreviates to avoid writing full sentences. Some of the items on the list such as#10 include giving away dollars to any person asking for money on the street, or #12, kids make and serve dinner to the adults night. We had a McDonald's night where we paid for the car behind us. I'm not sure who was more excited, Matt or the kids! It was very fun and we've kicked off the month with JOY.

Today, Tanner worked on his fear of "public speaking" by doing 2 magic tricks in front of a crowd at the nursing home. They loved him! Here are the kids with their Christmas list of things to do this month. Three checked off!

Halloween 2009

You would think these brothers....ah hmmm...space guy and batman, were best friends, wouldn't you? Papa Frank and Mimi arrived from Texas on Halloween night! We had a great week with them and unfortunately after this night, I couldn't locate my camera!Elise and friend, Carson.The room full of balloons was a HUGE hit! Yes, mom and dad joined in the fun of dressing up this year as roller derby girl and roller derby fan. The Ca-sassin was on fire! Love my obsessed fan, too. Little Leesy as our lady bug... Carved beautiful pumpkins at Nana and Papa's house.