Last night after her bath, Todder 2 tripped over the corner of a stray gift box and slammed her forehead against the doorframe of her room. It was her hardest fall to date, and the impact left an ugly pump knot as proof. After consoling her and checking her pupils, we decided she was probably…
The week before Christmas the Spouse was giving the girls a bath when he created this masterpiece: He was understandably so proud. And, really, I think this set the tone for our Christmas this year. We had some high expectations for fun. Though we’re still celebrating with family this week, here are just…
Come, Thou long expected Jesus Born to set Thy people free; From our fears and sins release us, Let us find our rest in Thee. Israel’s Strength and Consolation, Hope of all the earth Thou art; Dear Desire of every nation, Joy of every longing heart. Born Thy people to deliver, Born a child and…
As predicted, the Santa visit was a bit unsettling for some of us. Yes, we like to talk about him, we like to look and point and smile at him from afar, we like to touch his reindeer (a.k.a. his kangaroos), but when it comes to sitting in his lap… we’ll have none of that….