Barbie Shepards, Roaring Lions and Nativities

Well another crazy week has gone by. We decided to have a play day on Saturday. The church next to the temple was having a Nativity display. We went to see what it was and to our surprise we found a pink Barbie Shepard and we were even related to her. It was fun to see Aunt Reilly and all the different Nativity sets. Then off to the zoo. It was free, so we went. It was a little chilly, but not too bad. It was fun to see the new giraffes and Lions. The male lion actually roared for us. If you have ever heard a lion roar it can be quite shocking. James and Zach had moved on, but when James heard this he came running back. He loves the animals. It was nice to get out of the house. It was nice to see all the parents, who it was obvious would not take them because of cost, bring their children. Anyhow, it was fun! Home to the warmth and Forgotten Carols and Polar Express. Two great Christmas shows. Bedtime came way to late. However, Sunday was a bizarre day for Lily. She pretty much fussed all during church. She never does that. I think she could feel her mother's stress. However, the Christmas Devotional was great. I am thinking bowls of oatmeal for Christmas and a little Samuel the Lamanite might be joyous fun. Monday we went to Grandma Lily's and this is always a treat. The kids had fun finding costumes to perform the Nativity for Grandma. James, who was Joseph stole the baby Jesus from Davis(Mary). This was great humor for us all. Then we decorated Grandma's tree. James did his Chicken impersonation for Grandma and of course we all had ice cream! What a fun night. We stopped by Zach's parents for a quick visit and home again to bed. Tuesday was enrichment night and I am so glad it is over. I did get to see some golden friends earlier that day and it was pleasant. Then to new friends that night. Even more pleasant. I just love people. I just love getting chores done also. Enrichment was a good success. Today is Market day for Kathryn. She will be selling her picture cubes. She is very excited and I think the whole school is humming about this adventure. The fourth graders will run a market that the rest of the school can purchase items. No more than fifty cents. It was funny to hear Kathryn discuss what people were selling. Some were smoothies, bubble gum, sling shots, home made Idaho spud bars, etc. She is selling a craft out of wood that you can put a picture on. I wish I could attend, however, crazy two year olds are not permitted. So Zach will attend. I hope everyone is doing well. I will be grateful when it is December 24. Then I will have completed all major tasks. Happy HOlidays!

Crazy Days are Here Again

Happy Holidays everyone. The time to reflect and think of the true spirit of Christmas. Or perhaps, glancing at ones calendar often and hoping that you don't forget something. Crazy, crazy, crazy days. I suppose I just have to buck up and go forward. Everyone is well, Thanksgiving was good. I hope everyone keeps a level head this season. Goodluck to you! I don't know what kind of blogging I will get done this month. We have family parties, ward parties, pianos to play, projects at school, cookies for school, work parties, yikes. I know that everyone can relate at some point in their life. What a crazy way to celebrate Christmas, however, it is fun creating and giving to others. So the haste in it is muted somewhat by the end result. So remember smile while you are baking your 500th cookie and changing your 6 millionth dirty diaper. All is well when we smile!