The house

 
Here is the house. We have a contract on this one. The outside isn't the prettiest one, but it is really nice on the inside and we are remodeling the kitchen and master bath. it is on 1.3 acres so the kids have a place to run and play. It also has a lake lot across the street which is where we are going to park the new boat. We haven't boat it yet, but it is next on the short list. . . .

Winter is here

 
The ice was beautiful in the trees. Fortunately we were only without power until noon and we had the generator (we bought it during the aftermath of Katrina).

The view

 
Nope, not the show, but, from out property. It is still hard to see, but through the trees it the lake. It is a pretty spot. Maybe someday there will be a house on it!?!?

Snowman

 
It isn't the prettiet snowman in the world, but the kids were happy!

Snow Fun!

 
Having a great time! Ani had to take her baby outside to play!

I'm gonna hit you!

 
He is so very cute. He was very happy about hitting us with snowballs, but wasn't too sure he liked getting hit with one!

Picture time!

 
She can't help it, she has to pose!

Merry Chistmas!

 
What a blessing. What could make a mother happier that two beautiful children who are just as happy with a couple of new books, as they are with pajamas, as the bigger toys... Then when they are done opening, they are happy to play together. What a great Christmas! I hope yours was as merry as ours.

Just a little mess!

 
Oh my!

Chocolate Penguins!

 
Did I mention Santa brought Chocolate Penguins??? Ruston decided starting from the top was the best option!

Play time

 
I love that my babies can play together!

All is better!

 
Whew. All is better!

Not too Nice Mommy!

 
O.k. giving the box of small American Girl Doll Accessories before the doll, may not have been so nice! She was a Little upset. She said, BUT I WANTED AN AMERICAN DOLL, NOT DOLL STUFF!. Then she buried her face and cried. Oh, my. Good thing there was another present under the tree!

Waiting for Santa!

 
Cookies made, put out with milk and ready to go to bed. So excited for Santa Clause.

The Polar Express

 
The Polar Express. . . .

Look at Frosty Go!

 
This is the kids marching up and down the train. Too, fun!

Santa

 
They spent time talking to Santa, telling him exactly what they wanted for Christmas. Then a BIG giant Hug. How awesome. They were really happy to see Mrs. Claus too. She gave out the special bells.

Thrilled!

 
Can you tell who she just saw???

Snacks!

 
These guys are great!

Grinnin'

 
Ear to Ear! Did I mention how this boy loves trains?