Christmas Performances

It's been a busy couple of weeks around here. Maddie had a little Christmas program with her pre-K class and it was so cute! They recited a poem about the Christmas story, sang a few songs, and then decorated cookies. Then, last Saturday, she had her ballet recital. Her class did a routine to sweet song about baking a cake, hence the chef costumes. She smiled through the entire performance and was even singing along to the words - too cute!

We also paid a visit to Mr. Claus and to my surprise, Brogan was totally willing to sit on his lap and even told him his request (a jingle bell). Maddie's requests for Webkinz, a scooter, and Fruit Loops (yes, the cereal!) were also relayed so we'll see if Santa comes through...


Our little ballerina

Striking a pose

Visit with Santa

Maddie and her special friend Mylo - apparently these 2 are quite the romantic item lately (according to their teachers). So cute!

Maddie and some of her school friends during their performance

Party Time!

It's that time of year - Christmas parties galore!! We hosted the annual roomie holiday - "Thanksmas" - and as usual, it was chaos. 8 adults who haven't seen each other nearly often enough, combined with 8 kids between 18 months and 5 years makes for some nuttiness. But we wouldn't have it any other way! 5 days after that little gathering, Jon and I hosted our annual Christmas party with our friends from our various walks of life. We had a great turnout and really enjoyed seeing so many people at the same time! I have so much fun decorating the house and getting the food ready in advance of the season so it's fun to share it all.

Roomies - Christine, Carrie (30 weeks prego!), Anna, and Meg

The "savory" table at our party - meatballs and many cheeses with all sorts of fruits, nuts, crackers, etc.

The "sweet" table - chocolate fountain with dipping items and cookies/bars galore!

Roomie kids - Josh and Kaitlyn McKee, Grace and Nora Wallace, Maddie, Adelaine and Lukas Goodworth, Brogan

Story time with Uncle Adam - the kids were enraptured!