my first fire

we got home from church last night and the kiddos wanted to build a fire. they were even willing to brave the cold to go out and get some wood. colin wasn't home, but i ventured out on my own. the result was success! my first fire...

live nativity

one of the fabulous things about being in a small town is the community supporting the local church. fbc had full support of the town to read the story of Jesus' birth and reinact it in the park downtown. afterwards we sang Christmas carols.

mackenzie and reese were heavenly hosts.


jackson was toddler Jesus (when the wiseman came).

in the age of having to be politically correct all the time, it is nice to be in a place where we can celebrate Jesus without apology.

my little charmer

this little guy is such a ladies man. he doesn't like to leave the house without his hair spiked up and wearing his dad's cologne.

thanksgiving

we headed down to p.a. on wednesday to spend thanksgiving at oma's house. we had some yummy food, played some games, watched the aggies beat t.u. and did some craft projects. thanks oma for your hospitality!!