Santa Letters.....

Brett and Zach got their letters from Santa again this year. Both on the good list again. Go figure. That Santa is one understanding and forgiving kinda guy. He even knew that Brett had his birthday just yesterday. He told Zach he was proud of how good he is reading and noticed him and Cole were great friends. That Santa doen't miss a thing!

Happy Birthday Brett!

Hard to believe: Brett is now 11! Officially a "tween". Brett decided to have a friend over on his birthday. He wanted to go to my company Christmas party, then have a sleep over. Then, Sat. he took a small group of friend ice skating with Santa, then dinner at IHOP. Matthew, Brett, Jared, Kenny, and Josh.

After a few hours of skating, more time sitting on the ice, it was time for some hot chocolate. We actually had people ask if all of them where ours.....

Christmas Card: 2009

Our Very Own Elf on the Shelf: Dobby

This year we received our very own Elf on the Shelf, from Santa himself! We named him Dobby. (If you don't read Harry Potter, that is where the name came from. Dobby was the house elf in the books) Dobby was sent to watch us and report back to Santa each night on how we are doing. Doug and I are thinking that with the extra "eyes" watching, maybe there will be less fussing and fighting till the holidays :) Dobby appeared once we had decorated our house. Santa even wrote a personal letter to the boys. We all love Dobby and hope to make this a real special addition to our holiday traditions! Brett, Zach and Dobby.