Christmas Day

Aaron and Jack play with their music while Austin plays in the box.


It is true that the box is a great hit at any Christmas party.


Michelle surprised Adam with the smoker he had been wanting. Happy boy.

Christmas Day

Jack got a new B and his response was "Can I lay down with it?"


The B had to help him open the last present.


I hope you have a big toy room after this.


Mikayla was pretty excited about all her new toys.


This one makes music. She loved it.

Christmas Day

Austin checks out his new drill.


A new book is always a good gift.


Hummmm, I am not sure what Danielle is trying to say.


Lightning McQueen made loud noises.


One of the big hits was a new B.

Christmas Day

Here are various pictures from the days events.





A girl needs a tractor too.

Mikayla had to take charge of the fireman's hat.

Twas the Night Before Christmas

Christmas eve, Adam picked the kids up to go to Papa Russ' for their Christmas. It was snowing and Austin's coat was in the other car so Grandma broke out the leather jacket. Cool Dude!



Fireman hat, sunglasses and leather coat complete the look.

Riding the Horses

After visiting Santa a ride on the horses was a treat for Austin.



Mikayla looks on patiently.


Austin has had enough, it is time to rest on Papa's side of the bed.

Santa Pictures

Michelle and I took the kids to Independence Center on Friday to talk to Santa. We were a little concerned about having to wait in a long line but we got right in and the kids did pretty good. We do have the picture from Santa where Mikayla was looking out but she seems to be all about him in these that I took.


They both got right up on Santa's knee.


Thanks Santa. They hope you come see them for Christmas.

Jack visited with Santa also. His picture is on his page.

Boys Playing in the Sink

What a good way to learn how to share. Playing in the water is such fun.



Danielle and Mikayla joined in the fun.

Mikayla is Getting Around

Mikayla is up on all fours and can army crawl wherever she needs to go.




She snagged the reindeer.

Jack and his Coat

At preschool Jack flips his coat over his head to put it on. He is very proud of himself.

Jack and his Trains

On Monday when Austin and Mikayla are not at Grandma's house Jack likes to get out the Thomas trains. We don't play with them when Mikayla is around in case one is launched her way. (It hasn't happened but don't need to take a chance.)

Adam's Work Christmas Party - Night Out

Adam and Michelle don't get an opportunity to dress up and go out by themselves so they wanted to remember the event. They clean up pretty good, don't you think?




Austin has to make an appearance.

A Girl in Conversation with her Dolls

This was fun to watch. The dolls make cooing and other sounds and she just smiles at them. One of them got to go home with her. Sorry mom.

Look out Tree

I wonder what Mikayla is thinking.


GOT IT!!!!!

Jack's Second Birthday

Toys were in abundance for the birthday boy. Here are a few pictures. He was excited with the cards as much as the presents. Some of them had a audio message. How about that?





And then there was cake. My camera battery went out before I could capture the eating. Jack's friend Amber made him this cake. Quite impressive isn't it

Jack Time

Jack lost his breakfast one day and so he got to wear his PJ's part of the day till I could get his clothes washed. Apparently he was comfortable because he didn't want to put his regular clothes back on when they were done.


On Monday Jack is the only one here so he gets to do some different things with Grandma. I don't think he knew there were so many colors.




This is one of Jack's new birthday outfits. Quite stunning don't you think?