Holiday fun

We braved the brutal cold all for Santa Claus. I emceed a local holiday parade last weekend and the boys came along for the ride.



Doug said the boys didn't complain about the frigid temperatures, likely because candy was served! Hey, whatever works!!!



Then, Doug and I went to Williamsburg, where the Christmas lights are on display. It's funny, when at home, you rarely make a point to step outside the house for leisure when it's cold outside. But in Williamsburg, that's all we did.



It was a wonderful date night. We went on many walks to take a look at the beautiful displays to see in Williamsburg.



The gifts, by the way, are already coming in. This shirt is a lovely present that Joshua adores.



Hope your night is going well!!!

Family time

We were so excited to receive a package from Grandma and Grandpa. The kids went straight for the holiday puzzle! It was such a fun diversion...made us think we need to include more family activities like this. Thank you for the presents, Grandma and Grandpa!




It took us twenty minutes to complete the 100-piece puzzle, which was surprisingly difficult. We found a couple of pieces under Joshua's chair. He was just trying to help.



Last weekend, we took the boys ice skating. The last time we did it, Michael told me it would be YEARS before he would consider lacing up the skates.

But he must have forgotten what he told me.

Michael, Jason and Doug had a great time on the ice.

Eventually, he let go of Doug's hand and skated, for a little while, on his own.






Joshua didn't skate, but let me tell you, he moved around!



We didn't spend all weekend on the ice. We actually took a trip on a ferry boat, for a little while. The kids went above deck and ran around and really had a great time!