Yellow Belt with a Stripe

Brant had his rank test for karate in December. I am so proud! He is now a yellow belt with a stripe!

They're BAACK!

Our elves, Ralphie & Christopher have returned. They are up to their old tricks, and some new ones, like creating a zip line across the den, coloring our milk green, decorating our tree in underwear, and a lot of messes. They even sneaked in our suitcase while visiting cousins. Even though they are mischievous, we really enjoy them while they are with us!

All Aboard the North Pole Express

We went with some friends outside of Birmingham in Calera to ride the North Pole Express. The kids were so excited, especially going with some of their best friends. We enjoyed a ride to the North Pole while sipping hot chocolate and eating delicious muffins. We all received a special ornament and keys to the North Pole, too. After our ride, we spent the night in Birmingham. The kids even got to swim in the indoor pool, which was a highlight for them. After doing a little shopping, we headed home from our fun filled weekend!

Happy Thanksgiving!

More Random Pics

I had to finish my calendar for Christmas gifts. So luckily, my kids cooperated and dressed in Christmas attire for some pictures

Fall Family Pictures

One of my best friends snapped some family pictures for us. We needed one for Christmas cards and I also wanted some updated family pics. They turned out really well!

Book Fair and Pow Wows

Our annual school reading fair was in November. Brant really wanted to enter. I was proud of him. He actually read a chapter book earlier in the year and we decided to do that book. He didn't place, but I think it turned out pretty awesome! (Brylee wanted in on the pictures too!)

The week before Thanksgiving break, Brylee's class had their annual Pow Wow. Parents were invited to watch the children sing at the Thanksgiving program. Brylee was an Indian girl. She did so well, and was so cute!