Is Thanksgiving Really Over? Onto Christmas!

Dear Hannah and Nathan,
Seems just like last week when we were parading around the neighborhood in costumes, but alas, Thanksgiving has passed by and we are getting ready for Christmas! Crazy!

This past weekend, we dragged down the tree from the attic and started putting ornaments on it. There were a few hand print ornaments from when you were a baby that you found particularly interesting. Especially how large your hand now is compared to back then.

 We also are able to debut the "Bear-nativity" set. It's already a huge hit with you guys. I love it because Nathan asks questions about it and I get to share the Christmas story through your questions.

 After Hannah woke up from nap, you were able to put a few ornaments on the tree as well.

 While Auntie Momo was here, she brought along her water color pencils. You guys created some pretty neat artwork with them.

 We also went to San Marcos for a quick play/shopping trip.

 Then, when Thursday morning rolled around, I put  both of you to work. I was not about to prepare Thanksgiving meal by myself. Hannah helped prepare the sweet potatoes by seasoning and stacking them in the cupcake tins,

 The boys were on light duty for awhile.

 And then Nathan was put in charge of the table decorations.

 Can you spot the crazy 3 eyed turkey? We had a great meal with friends and you guys did a great job with providing entertainment at the table.

 In the picture above, Hannah was ready for Thanksgiving dinner at 4pm.

On Saturday, we attended the Chuy's Christmas parade. Nathan, after watching part of the Macy's parade on TV, you were not very enthusiastic about attending the Austin one, but afterwards, you told us that you were glad that you went because it was pretty cool.

Hannah, when you saw Emperor Palpatine, you pointed him out and said, "Go-ood!" Proud mommy moment.

 We found a grey front tooth in your mouth. This was probably from the big bonk that happened a few weeks ago at the playground. This explains your crazy behavior a few weeks ago, and how you always had your fingers in your mouth. We'll take you in to get it checked out soon, but I'm sorry for just now noticing it.

Nathan's people picture has evolved a bit too. Now your body parts are pretty well-proportioned (as opposed to the adorably Mr. Potato head like figures from the past). Here you have a person in a transformer.

 In the picture below, you actually drew all the transformer bots, holding hands.

 Hannah you are getting so good at playing make-believe. I can see you mimicking your teachers from school. Here, you are getting ready for story time.

 And then you show us the colors.

Potty training is still where it was 6 months ago. Only now, after you have an accident, you hold both your arms out and assure us, "It's ok!" 

You also really love soup. We've been having more soup these days due to the coldish weather, and I've noticed that you will have as much as we will allow you to have. 

Nathan, you have been trying to convince Hannah to let you sleep in her room with her. For the past few months, she's been refusing you. Today we asked you Hannah, if you would like to sleep with Nathan on his bunk bed. You seem to be a bit excited about this idea, but I'm thinking that you will quickly back out when you find out that the top bunk is not part of the deal. Eh, oh well. Nathan, this will give you extra time and incentive to practice being kind to your sister so that she doesn't think that you will secretly draw spiders all over her body while she sleeps. 

Well, there's much fun to be had before Christmas, so I'll be sure to be documenting as we go. Have a great week! Until next week, 

Love, 

Mommy