Christmas season

Chase and I finally got the outside lights working. Santa came by our house last Wednesday via the Lodi Fire Truck as his helpers collected cans for the Lodi Community Center. Chase was awe struck when Santa called out to him, "Merry Christmas Chase. Merry Christmas Jennifer!"
"Mom! HE KNOW'S OUR NAMES!"
Of course he does!
Last week was also the Christmas program at Chase's school. It was cute but w had to duck out after the 2nd graders because Maddie wasn't feeling well. Turns out ear infection number 5. Time to see the ear specialist.
Last night we baked cookies. Today we will decorate them.
The show...

Hurray!

Well it finally happened. Here is my website. Check it out and let me know what you think! www.newvintagephotographybyjen.com

Christmas Hide and Seek

Maddie's Christmas Hide and Seek Program Sunday evening was adorable. Although she wasn't exactly excited about the lamb costume to begin with.

Tree Triming

Well we finally got our tree Sunday night after Maddie's Christmas program at school. Monday after school Chase ran in and begged to decorate it. "PLEAAAASSSSSSEEEEE Mom!" So we decorated the tree. Chase did a majority of it. Maddie attempted to. It was more of a stick and see approach. Quickly I knew what ornaments NOT to give her. :)
When were we done Chase sat back and admired the tree. Maddie was waiting for me to join her on the coach and cuddle. Just as I turned my back, I just knew. Sure enough - CRASH!
Man!
So telling the kids firmly to stay away from the broken ornaments and tree I got the broom and dust pan out. There were some casualties. Some will be mended after Christmas with some Gorilla Glue. Tis the season for falling trees. :)



A special ornament given to me by my Grandmama that was my Step-Great Grandmother's.

Christmas Cards

I decided to make our Christmas cards (make meaning to order them). So I needed a photo and since we were taking brother's birthday pictures, why not. Here are a few shots.





... and how do you feel about Christmas?

Seven years old

Momma's - hug your babies. They grow up tooooooo fast!

Birthday wishes

This weekend was Chase's birthday. SEVEN years old. And we hosted our first sleep over. The boys made it through the night and so did we. It was a lot of fun. In the morning the had a silly string fight.

Basketball season

Well I made it to my first basketball game of the season. The first two I was shooting. So expect to see some bball.

Lexie and Cole

I have known Susan for over seven years now. I have seen both her babies grow alongside mine. In fact Lexie is Chase's oldest friend. And now we have her brother Cole who will have his first Christmas in less than 22 days. Aren't they beautiful?