Christmas Day

Santa brought Michael a basketball hoop. Hope he'll be a better shot than his mother.
Let the unwrapping begin.
Educational toys?!
That's right, Michael loves puzzles.

Testing out his new vacuum - definitely the favorite toy."What, this is all I get?!?"
Christmas evening we had another family share the holiday with us. Rowan, 2yo, is teaching Michael how to work one of his new toys.

Fourth Sunday of AdventLighting the final candle on the wreath

2006
and 2005

Handsome Carriage Ride

This evening we went on a chilly carriage ride.

It was a first for both James and Michael.



Once again, Michael was much happier at dinner afterwards.

After Party

We just got home from a holiday party, and I had to snap a few pics of Michael (apres soiree). He was the life of the party.

He's rehydrating after a long night out.

Yes, that's chocolate on his face, cocktail sauce on his cuff, and maybe a little lipstick on his collar. There were a few pretty blondes he was chasing.
All in all a fun night.

Visit with Santa

This year

and last year

Michael was not very happy, but at least he wasn't crying.

Getting to know Santa. He didn't have much on his Christmas list this year.

Michael was much happier at the restaurant after the visit.

O Christmas Tree...O Christmas Tree...


Helping to trim the tree

Hmmmmm look at all those shiny balls

What should I pull down first?

The Christmas season is here!!

Time to light the advent wreath. Hope everyone enjoys the season.