This has been such a busy week! First Adella was born on Sunday (12-14), then the typical crazy work week. On Tuesday night, Alex had a boy scout meeting, and Santa was there. He had a real beard and real hair, so Alex knew he was the REAL Santa! On Thursday night, the boys had their Christmas program. The program went well, but I tell ya, I can't say I enjoy sitting in a cramped pew in Church, with TONS of people for over an hour. Especially when each of the boys gets up with their grade and sings one song. Oh, well...better get used to it, right?
On Saturday, we celebrated Lilly's 4th birthday at home, since we were pretty much stranded with all of the snow that fell. She enjoyed it, but it was very low-key since no one could come over that day. I felt kind of bad, because the day just didn't seem so great. But, she was happy with her cake and presents, it would have been more fun having some people over, though. Then, on Saturday night, we baked Christmas cookies. It actually went pretty well. I had sworn off baking with the kids a few years ago, because it was such a nightmare. But, it did go pretty well!
On Saturday, we celebrated Lilly's 4th birthday at home, since we were pretty much stranded with all of the snow that fell. She enjoyed it, but it was very low-key since no one could come over that day. I felt kind of bad, because the day just didn't seem so great. But, she was happy with her cake and presents, it would have been more fun having some people over, though. Then, on Saturday night, we baked Christmas cookies. It actually went pretty well. I had sworn off baking with the kids a few years ago, because it was such a nightmare. But, it did go pretty well!
On Sunday, Lilly's real birthday, we went to Dad's house and celebrated Christmas there. Santa came to see us there, and noticed that Santa's hair was a little shorter, and his beard was a little longer. Hmmmm... He seemed satisfied with the idea that Santa got a haircut, and that, because he is magical, his beard can grow very quickly. We had a fun day at Dad's, got lots of gifts, and had a birthday celebration for Alex and Lilly. It was very nice, and a big THANK YOU to Dad, and especially to Linda, for all of the work that went into this day. It is so appreciated, and never goes unnoticed!
I don't think things will die down until later next week. With Christmas this week, and next weekend, we are celebrating with the Holens for the whole weekend, we will be plenty busy! Next week, I took Tuesday (12-30) off because it is Alex's birthday. I also took Wednesday off to spend with the kids. I may have to work for a bit on Thursday, but it will be a nice break! I work a very short day on Mondays (2.5 hours), so I almost will have a whole week off with the exception of the few hours on Monday and Thursday that I will work.
I will post a few random pictures of all of the happenings during the past week...
Merry Christmas to everyone!
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