Here are a few pictures of the kids with some of their presents. Jacob was happy to get some new books to read from Aunt Ali and Uncle Rob. And aren't these chalkboards cute?? Gramma Fran and Papa found them at a craft show and had one personalized for each kid. She stuffed them full of fun things for the kids to do in the car...chalk, crayons, coloring books, little toys...they love them!
Let it snow! The kids helped shovel off the deck. Marissa was unsure about being out in the snow. One minute she was happy and the next she was crying. I think she really wants to like the snow, but just can't figure out how her siblings manage to do that. She was sad in the moment this picture was taken. Jacob was being silly for this picture...he simply refused to keep his eyes open for it....he told me it was either a silly face or closed eyes...I opted for closed eyes this time...boys.
A quiet moment with Mommy...so much excitement all around.
The neighbors found out that Marissa is a big Dora fan and brought over some fun stuff for her. Here she is showing Uncle Nick how to play Dora checkers and do a Dora puzzle. He was so patient and let her figure out how to put each and every piece together. They bonded over Dora. Merry Christmas!!
