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Don't worry... our tree is not still up. I simply have a lot of photos from December that were never posted.  Not that there's anything wrong with having your tree up; you'll get no judgment from me.

Snow Day 2014

This week's unexpected snow days have brought smiles to the trio's faces. During last year's snow (singular - we only had one afternoon of snow), William George was still too little to really play. Although he was walking/running, he was unable to do those activities within the confines of a snowsuit and on icy surfaces.

But this year he was more than ready. He was really tame at first, preferring to taste the snow and make lots of foot prints. 

The duo, on the other hand, took on the snow with full energy and proceeded to make snow balls, a snow man (that idea was abandoned when George kept undoing all of their work) and snow angels.  

William George quickly mastered the art of making a firm snow ball, and there were many snow balls thrown.  

Finally, I knew the cold temperature had been too much when William George asked to get in the stroller with a blanket (an unprecedented request).   

Below is one of my favorite shots of the day, taken early during our snow shower.  Immediately after this shot, the duo taught William George to stick out his tongue and catch snowflakes.  

The snow will likely finish melting away today and, for once, we are not sad to see it go. Our city has experienced hundreds of stranded motorists, students stranded at schools and employees stranded at their places of business. Skip will return home today after being unable to return home as scheduled from a business trip.We simply do not have snowplows and other equipment utilized to clear roadways after a snow/ice event, and many roadways are closed during this type of weather. We have been glad to see the shining sun and happy to say goodbye to the snow. 

But we had fun while it lasted.

2013 Lindsey Slideshow

Although very late, I present the 2013 slideshow.  I hope 2014 brings you peace, love, joy and happiness.

 
2013 Slideshow from Cathi Lindsey on Vimeo.

PS: Remember 2012? 

My Birthday

The trio and Skip treated me to a lovely dinner for my birthday. We had delicious salad and lasagna, and we recreated "scoozi" bread.

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Christmas Day, 2013

We woke everyone up Christmas morning at approximately 7:30.  The duo had a short list for Santa this year, consisting of a big item and then lots of books.  Lauren wanted an atlas, and Gracie wanted bird watching books. William George kept things simple by asking for "toys".  

Grammie, along with Gran and Poppa, joined us for breakfast and Christmas morning fun.  Scenes from Christmas Day are as follows:

We had a fun, chaotic morning, and were pleased to find that no one received coal or switches.  

Also, fun tip... I set up video and captured the present opening so  that nothing was missed. (Admittedly, it took me seven years to discover that trick!) 

Christmas Eve, 2013

On Christmas Eve we met up with my family to have lunch at my mom's.  Being with family was the best medicine for the holidays. I love them more than words can say.  

The trio had fun at the kids' table.  

And, of course, they received way too many presents. (Thanks! Y'all are much too generous!)

Afterward, we went to Skip's parents for dinner. We tried to capture the trio in front of the tree shot, but this was the best we could do.

We had a wonderful time, and the trio talked Gran and Poppa into opening one present as a preview.

We got home in time to launch into Santa preparations.  First, we decorated a gingerbread house.

Next, we left food for the reindeer.  The duo left oats and carrots, and William George brought out the extra Fruit Loops because who doesn't like Fruit Loops?

Finally, we quickly changed into pajamas, had a reading of 'Twas the Night Before Christmas and turned in just before hearing the first twinkling of bells from Santa's sleigh.  Lauren is a stickler for the rules, and she makes sure our house isn't overlooked if anyone is still up when Santa arrives.