Snow, 2012...

It wasn't much as snowstorms go.. About an inch of very icy snow. No chance for a snowman, and snow angels were a no-go too.. But, take really icy snow and a tiny hill in the back yard and you get sledding :)

The kids did great - and once I showed them how to get on the saucers and push off, they were pretty much able to do it themselves. They had a good time!

How I know Daniel is sick

Because he just never does this:

The Joneses go to Washington!

Decided to venture into Downtown DC today to see some sights - namely the train display at the National Botanical Gardens. The line was long by the time we got there, and probably union station, where we could see real trains, and have sushi for lunch, was a bigger hit.. But, it was a beautiful day and we did lots of walking, so it was a good time all around..

Christmas 2011

Ready for the Plona Christmas!

Santa has arrived!

A few notable moments:

1) Sydney, on opening her presents: "Santa made all my wishes come true!"

2) Daniel, on seeing the tree: "Think Santa brought me any thomas stuff?" (thank goodness santa had)...

Sydney is the run to the tree type..

Daniel is not. Needed time to "get ready" to open presents.

However, by 8:30am, Sydney is already ready for a nap, and Daniel is actually going strong...

Big Favorites are:

Sydney - Big wheel, LaLaLoopsy, Puppy dog webkin, sparkly "S" pillow

Daniel - Everything thomas..

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Another funny from Sydney. As Daniel opened the sheds for his train, Sydney exclaimed, "Mommy, it's just what you wanted!!!"

She was right.. Sometimes Santa chooses things Santa likes too :)

Santa Train 2011!

Ready to go :)

First school picture!

This thanksgiving....

we were thankful for naps........

And we were really thankful our Granny and Poppy came to hang with us :)