Christmas Tree Hunt



Our family tradition has been to cut down a Christmas tree the weekend after Thanksgiving.  Last year we found a local Christmas tree farm less than 1 mile from our house, which is great with having little ones.   We were a little disappointed that there wasn't any snow on the ground, but decided not to delay the trip because they weren't showing any snow in the 7 day forcast.   The boys had a great time runnung around.  Aaron found a great tree shortly after we got there, but Matthew inisted that we walk around the whole farm!   After running over mud puddles and Connor tripping several times over tree stumps we finally made it back to the front of the farm where Matthew shouted that he found the perfect tree (it was the first tree that Aaron had found!)!   Until next year!

The most beautiful Thanksgiving center piece!

Ryan was very proud of his Thanksgiving centerpiece that he made at preschool.  He was excited to bring it to Nana's house.    Although, I did have to look away and smile when he said under this breath,  It's just dead flowers!"

Sean 2 months old

Sean went for his 2 month check up on November 4th.   He received 3 shot (1  in one thigh and 2 in the other) as well as an oral vaccine.   He did great, with just mild red bumps from the shot.

His stats are:
Height: 21 1/2 inches (10%)
Weight: 10 lbs 10ozs (10-25%)
Head Circumference: 37.6 cm (10%)

The man of the house

Matthew has become quite the little helper.   He enjoys vacuuming, dusting, and washing windows.   More recently Matthew has enjoyed spending time outside helping Dad.   He is learning about mowing the lawn, watering, and planting bulbs.   Here he is raking leaves, per his own request!

As I watched from the window, it was amusing to watch Matthew try to handle the big wheelbarrow, but he did a great job!   I am so proud of you Matthew, you are becoming quite an amazing young man!