December Happenings

Trying to catch up.... here is a glimpse into our past month (only a small portion of it, of course).
The annual gingerbread project: Each year, we make something out of gingerbread. This year, we tackled a train again. Or, I should say Allan, A.J., and Abigail worked on it while Julia and I watched!
Christmas Eve: Every year, we attend our church Christmas Eve service. I wasn't supposed to have the baby out, but we couldn't bear the thought of us all not being there together, so I snuck Julia in! Afterward, we always eat Chinese for dinner and then open new pajamas. We then, pile into the car to go look at Christmas lights (puts the kids to sleep each year!).
A few pictures from Christmas morning:

All bundled up....
BRRRR... we have started the new year off to a cold start. This picture is for my mom who always thinks I don't have the kids bundled up enough. Not only does Julia have a hat, thick clothing, and a blanket, but she also has a onesie under it all! Mom, I knew you would be proud!