Snow play

We just got back from a wonderful Thanksgiving weekend in Big Bear (San Jacinto Mountains) with our friends and snow. Lots of snow! There was only a 10% chance that we'd get any but sure enough, about 6 inches fell the morning we were supposed to leave.

Our So-Cal kiddos had a great time exploring in this stuff they only see once a year, if they are lucky. Having grown up in Minnesota, I think its funny that they think this stuff is great.
This is one of my favorite pictures from the weekend. Sam is such a ham for the camera!

Ok, so snow is fun to play in. But when you actually have to go somewhere...not so much fun. (Unfortunately, we missed a lunch date with Jordan on Saturday.) We were happy that we threw the chains in for the van. It was slow getting going but we made it back Saturday night.

Here are a couple other shots from the weekend. I wish the lighting were better on this picture, but I just had to show you Max in his turkey bib on Thanksgiving Day. So cute! He was such a good baby this weekend in a cabin with 8 adults, 9 kids, and 3 dogs. Crazy, happy times!Thanks for checking in. I hope your Thanksgiving was a good one too. Can you believe tomorrow is December 1st? Bring on Christmas!
Cheers,
Christy

Chubby is cute....?

Only once in your life is it cute to be chubby. This is it:
Max is really filling out and is about 12 pounds already. He's developed a second chin and adorable thunder thighs. I have chunky thighs too but somehow, they are not so charming. ;)He's losing a lot of his hair and he's balding on top. With the hairline and the occasional scowl, he looks just like a little old man.
Here's a quick glimpse of the smiles that are starting. It's not the infant gassy smiles anymore. They are deliberate, but quick. They are a little hard to photograph but here's a first.Grandma and Grandpa Bill were visiting last week and had a great time with all their grandkids. And lastly, I try not to overlook these everyday, simple moments. I love to see my boys snuggled up for a nap. These are the moments I want to engrave in my memory. Thanks for visiting! Have a safe, and Happy Thanksgiving!

So blessed

Until now, I've never felt as complete and whole as a family and a person. I am truly pleased with this stage of my life and I have so much to be thankful for this Thanksgiving. Here are some more pictures from our recent photo session.

I hope that you are able to whole-heartedly be thankful for all your blessings this holiday, and every day. Have a Happy Thanksgiving!
Christy

Max's Birth announcement

I'm so excited about the way Max's birth announcements turned out. (Compliments of Roxter Designs--thanks!) I just wanted to share this right away. Life is busy--It will probably take me a while to get these printed and mailed.

Take care,
Christy

Some new pictures..

When Max was 9 days old, we had professional pictures taken of him, all 3 kids, and the family. Stefanie from Joie de Vivre photography did it and she did great! Here's the first sneak peak: Look how he has changed! Here are a couple pictures I took of him on Saturday. Almost one month old. wow!
I was working on some Christmas crafts so I thought he looked so cute in a little Christmas outfit. Check out his little smirk--adorable!
Thanks for checking in!
Christy

Speed Post

Holy cow--November already?!?!? SERIOUSLY? How did that happen!?!

Panic. Stress. I don't have much time to write but I wanted to make sure I posted a few pictures from Halloween.

Doesn't Max look adorable in his pumpkin costume? He has been growing so quickly, he almost didn't fit in it!
I made the family pose for this picture right before we went out to trick-or-treat. That was the best bribe to get Maddie and Sam to cooperate!Here are the kids' pumpkins. We carved them as "self portaits." Of course, Maddie's pumpkin is all glammed-out, Sam's has a scary face, and you can't miss Max's pumpkin. This was so fun! I hope your Halloween was fun too!
Cheers!
Christy

P.S. ONLY 50 DAYS UNTIL CHRISTMAS! Boy, do I have a lot to do!