Reindeer Food...(aka Goldfish)

While Duffy was writing the letter to Santa, Lulu and Daddy went out to the front yard to make sure we left some food for Rudolph. We didn't have any oats so we crumpled up "goldfish". I am sure Rudolph liked the substitution.

The perfect scribe..

Here is Duffy very carefully and thoughtfully writing the letter to Santa..

May the Force Be With You..

Duffy and Lulu were able to open a couple of presents from Mimi and Pappy on Christmas Eve. Check out this huge Star Wars Lego set Pappy picked out for Duffy in New York. May the Force Be With Us as Duffy puts this together...

Happy Big One Daddy!

Daddy had a big big birthday this year. His birthday present became perpetually delayed so he ended up opening up a clue on Christmas Eve, rather than his birthday. The present is still on backorder but I do think the pick gave him some early excitement about the pending guitar coming his way! Happy Birthday Daddy!!!

More Chugga Chuggas

One of the best presents Duffy and Lulu received from Mimi and Pappy was more items for their train set. We can't wait to get home and add to the track!

Hook Em Horns

Since Pappy strongly dislikes the Longhorns (actually, hates but we try not to use that word in front of the kiddos), we decided to play a joke on him and incorporate the Longhorns into his Christmas present. Here he is opening up his Longhorn pullover. My bet is that he will end up liking it..

Good luck penny!

On Christmas Eve, we opened presents from Mimi and Pappy, other family members and Mimi and Pappy opened their gifts from us. We gave Mimi a bunch of new knives and as the old wives tale goes, we gave her a penny as well. Duffy and Lulu were very concerned that Mimi saw the penny.

Christmas Cookie Fun

In preparation for the big day, we made some Christmas cookies, otherwise known as "mold cookies". The timing was perfect as Lulu had to bring in cookies to school the next days for her Christmas party.

Boxing Day!

It's amazing how much fun Duffy and Lulu can have with a leftover shipping box...

Camping out..

Lulu's creativity never ceases to amaze me. I asked her this morning what she was doing and she answered "camping". Under the coffee table. Of course.

Finishing up the Thanksgiving leftovers..

Or just pretending to...

Lang's Baptism

Last Sunday, we celebrated Lang's baptism. He was so good and we enjoyed celebrating the special day. Congratulations, Lang.

O' Christmas Tree!

Last weekended, we headed out to get our Christmas tree. It was the first time in years it wasn't snowy and rainy so we made the most out of the beautiful day!

Happy Thanksgiving!

We had a wonderful Thanksgiving this year and really enjoyed cooking for some of our "cousins". It was a packed weekend and everyone had a nice time. We are so very thankful for so many things and enjoyed sharing the day with our family.

Thanks also to Barboo for mailing the special Thanksgiving turkey decorations. I hope my pineapple turned out as well as yours always does!



We were able to enjoy lots of "shows" during the holiday.


Thanks again and Happy Thanksgiving!!

Brotherly and Sisterly Love!

Zonked!

After the game, Lulu zonked out in the car. She had such a good time and ate about 5 bags of popcorn at the game. Her tummy felt in later..

Penn State vs. Indiana

A few weeks ago (I'm very late with all of my posts), we went to the Penn State vs. Indiana game with the cousins at FedEx field. Duffy was lucky enough to go down on the field with Pappy after the game. Penn State won and the game was a huge success. It was also Lulu's first time to a big sporting event. She had a blast.

Congratulations, Pappy!

About a month ago, Pappy was inducted into his fraternity Hall of Fame at University of Maryland. We went to his induction ceremony where Pappy gave a fantastic speech and got a "standing O" from everyone in the room. Congratulations, Pappy. We are so proud of you!!