The Big Test

We all remember this picture:Yep. Jack's first visit with Santa was less than friendly. It took years for him to warm up to him. Much different now, don't you think?
The big test was whether or not the twins would have the same horrified first reaction. Not a tear was shed. Instead they looked at him curiously and then obliged by looking at the camera :)

Tubberware

What better way to spend the afternoon than hanging out in the Tubberware drawer!

Outtakes

The picture at the top of the blog is our official Christmas card picture. We quickly realized that wrangling 3 small children, 2 of whom have an affinity for climbing, scaling, and jumping, was no easy feat. This is result in approximately 200 outtakes. We did end up with a few to choose from and this was a close second.Most of the time though, we were dealing with stuff like this...

Simple Pleasures

One Slinky and two babies equals endless enjoyment

Holiday Heritage Parade

We're a little behind in our posting. Sorry! Who knew that getting ready for Christmas with 3 kids (2 of whom who are on the verge of walking!) would be so time consuming?!?!

When we were in Charlottesville for Thanksgiving we went to the Holiday Heritage Parade on the Downtown Mall. It was so fun and the perfect way to kick off the holiday season. Jack had a blast waving at everyone and collecting candy and he even got to talk to Santa before he started on the parade route.

Will and Henry were not so interested but enjoyed the lounging.
Nana and Papa and their 3 grandsons!
Daddy and sweet Henry, taking in the sites.

3 Children, Very Small Spaces

How many kids can you cram in a basket?How about a dog kennel? Apparently three, and they have a blast doing it!

Meeting His Hero

Finally, at the last home game of the season, Jack met his hero. The man he aspires to be. The one. The only. CavMan.