Holiday preparations and such

So much going on and so little time to blog about it!

Thanksgiving was typical- an amazing time spent with tons of family. I love family time! The hubby was able to be with us this year so that made it even better than last. He often has to work. More kids are being added to the mix each year which is really nice. Fire pits, buggy rides (like a golf cart), horses, tree climbing, and turkey of course = lots and lots of fun!

We've decorated for Christmas and have even done most of our shopping. Lights on the outside of the house didn't quite work as we had planned, but we plan to try again next year. 2 story homes prove to be a little difficult to hang lights on without a VERY tall ladder. Roofs are more steep than they appear. Hiring someone seems to be the wise alternative for next year! Christmas cards will be in the mail soon. A trip to Santa's Wonderland and Holiday Acres tree farm has been worked in and a visit with Santa is scheduled for Monday with our little cousin. Daddy is taking the boys ice-skating next weekend. B has a choir performance coming up that we can't wait to see and the little guy has a Christmas cookie play date planned! I'd say we are keeping busy, but enjoying the holiday season immensely.

Doodlebug is being mighty good with Mommy's special nativity scene that is well within his reach and has been playing with his own "Little People" one instead. He knows exactly where Baby Jesus, Mary, and Joseph go inside the stable. Only problem is: the sheep doesn't fit inside with them. Each time he places them in their rightful spots  he tries to squeeze the sheep in only to find out he still doesn't fit. Needless to say, all 3 quickly get shoved to the side so the sheep can take center stage. Silly kid!

I hope your holiday preparations are going well.

Pictures to come asap!