December Daily - 3

We went to "Family Night" at Boone's school tonight and listed to Christmas Stories and had cookies and cocoa.  The stories were read by the fantastic librarian, Miss Tri-Cities, and the wonderful retired Principal Sauer.  Mr. Sauer read "The Polar Express" complete with sound effects and a jingle bell for everyone in the audience.  It was great!

December Daily - 2

Time for the tree unveiling.  Now it might take a week or more to add lights and ornaments but it is standing!  We are going fake this year to save a little money.  Not enough time to head to the mountains to find our own, maybe next year.  The moon was absolutely amazing tonight!

December Daily - 1

I love Kindergarten!  I was looking forward to an evening of digging out red and green construction paper, slicing strips and sharing stapler duty between both boys to create the "count down" chain that we make every year.  When Boone got home from school, he excitedly whipped this beauty out of his backpack!  Already done and the top is in the shape of a cute little bell with a poem and glitter.  Let the count down begin...

Thanksgiving 2009

Thanksgiving Dinner at Gram and Papa's!
Crab Wontons, Hot Artichoke Dip, Turkey and Roastbeef and Grandma O'Neals Famous Rum Cake!

My Intentions for the 2009 Holidays

My list for Day One in the Jessica Sprague Holidays in Hand Class:

• Emphasize the spirit of giving and the story of the ultimate gift.
• Create new traditions with the boys for the holidays.
• Reach out to those less fortunate than us.
• Bake treats with the kids.
• Explore anonymous giving - Kris Kringle or Secret Santa
• Share the stories behind meaningful ornaments or decorations.
• Participate in outings, more time and adventures together vs. stuff
• Enjoy the wonder of Christmas lights in the dark.
• Make time to be together with extended family.
• Make our own holiday crafts & decorations.