SUPER SPEEDY SNOW-VENTURE

In light of the pandemic, a lot of things have looked different for us. We are sticking closer to home and being mindful of the activities that we engage in. Bewtween my incident two years ago AND the rise in covid-19 cases, we had no intention of doing our annual snow trip this winter. But then I got a bit antsy for a quick trip. Other than puffers, we didn't bring any snow gear. We hopped in the car after church on Sunday and drove up to Payson to play for about an hour. It was just the right amount of time to throw snowballs, build a snowman, and make a snow angel. Spontaneous, simple, and sweet.

BELATED BIRTHDAYS

We've had a couple of birthdays since the last time I posted. Specifically, our littlest two (who are no longer quite so little). Six. And seven.
First, Miss Six. My BABY is six years old. She is a bright light and joy to be around. She is as sweet as can be, but has a strong sassy streak, too. She loves kitties, shoes, and the color purple. From the moment she could hold a crayon, she’s been making art. She’s our cherry on top and adored by all.
Next up, my seven year old ham. He’s full-on nonstop energy. All day, every day. He’s probably the most curious of my kids and wants to understand how everything works. (He’s also the whitest of my kids, which is why I call him Boo). He loves Legos, Pokémon, and Ninjago. He constantly entertains us with his wild personality.
Happy late birthday to them!

365.4: LAST DAYS

Painting nails. Playing with nerf guns nonstop. Successfully completing another 365 project. Counting down to the New Year.

And just like that, another year of capturing our daily life is finished. It hasn't always been easy, but the images that I've accumulated are worth the effort and energy that it takes. This year has been unlike any other that I've experienced before with both the good and the bad. I've soared through some incredible highs and I've suffered through some terrible lows. More than anything, this year has allowed for an introspection of self. I've really learned who I am (freckles and all). 

December 28th - December 31st

365.4: WEEK 52

Playing with a kitten in a box. Building LEGO sets. Loving on dad's cat. Getting our traditional Christmas Eve donuts (to go). Christmas morning. More building LEGOs. Listening as dad practices piano for a church number.

 December 21st - December 27th

NOEL

Twas the morning of Christmas, when all through the house,

Every creature was stirring - plus two cats, but no mouse.

The stockings were decoratively hung by the window with care,

But the kids knew that "Santa" had hid no gifts there.

Instead, on the floor, in both heap and in smatter,

Mountains of torn wrappings for the kittens to scatter.

Legos all over and six children quite excited,

The parents, though exhausted, were ultimately delighted.

So from our family to yours, wherever you are,

Merry Christmas & Happy New Year, 2021 isn't far!