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It cracks me up how quickly her expression changes.  Still so stinkin cute, I wanna bite her.

Christmas Tree

Nicholas has his own tree that we put in his room.  This is the first year he has really taken an interest in decorating it.  We had to adjust his tree a couple of times to keep it from falling over.  In case you didn't notice, he favored one side of the tree more than the other.  Still a good looking tree and uniquely Nicholas for sure.  Can't wait to get Abby one next year!

Santa Train

This was our first year doing the Santa train. Mommy's dropped the ball the last 2 years and was always too late. But not this year. Told you we were on top of things.  Nicholas loves all things Christmas and this was no exception.  I love his enthusiasm.  He gamely lead the car to a song of "Santa Claus Is Coming To Town" without hesitation.  I've attached a video, although I wish you could he him singing on it.  Scott said you could really hear him where he was and that Nick was really into it.

Abby did not joining us this year, but she'll be ready next year.  I think she would have torn that train apart or worn us out at the very least.  Thanks to my family for watching our little squirt.

Ready to get rolling.

My cousin and his family joined us for ride.

Fayetteville Square

Lights of the Ozark.  Nicholas loved looking at the lights.  It's such a nice little tradition to have every year.


Not sure what to think about the reindeer.



Pictures with Santa!

We were on top of it this year. We got the kids' picture w/ Santa early so that we could use them as our Christmas card. We've cut it very close on our visits previous years, waiting until a few days before Christmas.  Abby wasn't too thrilled about the whole situation. If you look closely you can see the tears welling up in her eyes.

My "Surprise" Party

Nicholas threw me a "surprise" birthday party w/ the help of his Magi.  And it was still a good surprise despite the fact he talked to me about it nonstop.  She took him to Walmart and the Dollar Store where he picked out my cake, decorations and presents.  One of those insightful gifts was a huge bottle of bleach.  He told the cashier that his mom liked to clean.  Not sure where he got that one.  He actually did a really fantastic job.  I loved everything, including my bottle of bleach.  Much thanks to his Magi for indulging him.  You could tell he had a good time planning my party.

Helping clean up before the party

This had nothing to do w/ the party, but it was just too pitiful to leave out.

Magi making it all better.

He insisted that we all wear party hats.

Thanksgiving '10

Once again, we set forth on our annual trek to TX for Thanksgiving.  Scott and I were dreading the drive.  Abby really isn't the best traveler.  She goes on sleep and hunger strikes when she's away from home.  So we crossed our fingers, and the kiddos actually pulled through for us.  At one point, both kids were asleep in the car!  Bliss. 

As always, I missed my family and wished there was a way I could see them as well.  But it was a fantastic Thanksgiving, with lots of food, fun, laughter, and ...pictures.

Thanks for the head piece Aunt Jill

Not really sure what he's doing, but it made me laugh.

I think this says it all...



Emma was really good w/ Abby.  It was nice have a little babysitter for the day!



YaYa, Aunt Jill's parrot.  Nicholas was quite fascinated w/ him.

YaYa showing off some of his skills.  Nicholas really love playing w/ him.

I think this picture says it all as well!

Bird whisperer

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Playing with the doll her Magi gave her

Tea Time With The Von Robinsons

It's a known fact that Nicholas loves to sing and dance. Looks like Abby's taking after her big brother, at least in the dancing department. The Von Trapps got nothing on us. I'd post videos of me and Scott singing, but it would become an internet sensation and our lives would forever change. Alright then.


This first video is of Nicholas on his harmonica and Abby's interpretive dance.

This one is Nick teaching Abby some new dance moves.

This one is Abby getting down. Yes that is Tootsie Roll playing. What's your point?

I taught Nick the teapot song and he has been singing it nonstop, in a falsetto voice. I hear it in my sleep sometimes. I'm posting 3 videos because I want you to have it in your head all day, too. I love the last one w/ Abby in the background.

The Jacket

I like to fancy myself a crafty person.  And by crafty, I mean arts and craft.  But really, I'm all talk and no walk.  But that's okay.  I've got lots of crafty friends I live through vicariously.  My friend Shannon is one of them, she's the real deal.  We went to lunch one day and she made the mistake of showing me a jacket she had made for her little girl Avery (who is so stinking cute btw).  It's no lie, I pestered and harassed her enough that she agree to make one for Abby.  Seriously now, it is the cutest thing ever.  I love it.  Not only that, she also made Abby a reversible kimono dress.  I know, right?  The jacket is a little big for Abby right now, but that didn't stop her from strutting around in it.  I didn't take a picture of her in it, doh!, but will snap it when I get a chance.

Thank you, Shannon!  You rock!!  Let me know if I can ever staple, glue or holepunch anything for you!

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At the Razorback basketball game.

School Pictures

School pictures are finally back. I asked Nicholas on picture day if he smiled for the photographer. He said, "Yes. I smiled liked a pig."  Okay then.

Table Manners

This is why she's so little.  All the food ends up on her and the floor.