The Dog-Days of Xmas!

The good brown dog patiently let Avery put on his Santa hat

before settling down for a nice winter's nap.

Where, oh where, is that Santa Claus guy??

While the cat is away...

... the mice will play! Yes, Ash and Ave took control of Claire's stroller, loaded it with cars and raced around the kitchen with it, chasing each other and laughing. Hysterical!!!

Santa's Village

We braved the crowds at Santa's Village on Friday night-- the kids had fun and we stayed for only a short time. C is still unsure of going into the houses by herself and doing the activities. She and Ave did write Santa a note and mailed it. Claire and Asher enjoyed an imaginary sleigh ride together-- look who's holding the reins though... : )

Miracles do exist!!

Yes, that is Claire Elizabeth posing with Santa Claus! No photoshop needed on this picture! With the twins, well, it was a different story...

My Kitchen Help

This morning I had a lot to do in the kitchen. Upon request, Claire helped me unwrap Reese's Peanutbutter cups (for ice cream). Ave decided to help and eventually Asher found them. Asher also found my sieves...

Cheese!

Look at these little monkeys! Yes, Avery is standing on top of the dog food stand... and those are his socks on the floor...