Friday, December 27, 2013

Christmas 2013

Santa brought Hanukkah coins this year.  I don't know that Santa knew what to do with them, but TJ did.  Parents hide them and leave a clue, then the kids search.  I didn't research that, but it sounds good and the boys had fun.  Of course, TJ also said the Star of David on them was to lead them to Jesus.  Hmm.  Maybe he's getting things a bit mixed up.  Paul has found one.

The boys both purchased presents for family at Holiday Shop at school.  When I came home the day Paul went to Holiday Shop, he had wrapped all his gifts and placed them under the tree.  Those were the first ones under the tree this year.  Way to go, Paul!  He was very happy to give those gifts.  Here's the mug for Amina.



Here's the basketball for Coker.  He's spinning it because that's what one immediately does with a ball.


The boys gave me sunglasses from Tiffany!


Amina gave the boys Kindles.  They were both very happy.



Aunt Janice sent boxes of treats.  Coker loves the Alaska jellies and chocolates!  Paul is holding a puzzle.


TJ also bought presents for everyone at Holiday Shop.  Coker got clips and a tool.


Mom and the boys


Dad and the boys


Merry Christmas!

Thursday, December 26, 2013

Paul's Accent

The parking garage automated ticket taker had British accent.  I wondered why.  In his best approximation, Paul said, "I'm British.  Good'ay mate!"

Sunday, December 15, 2013

The Christmas Checklist

Our church's Christmas pageant this year was "The Christmas Checklist."  Paul was a shepherd and TJ was Wiseman #6.  Yes, #6.  They had classic Biblical lines, such as:

"Does everyone have a pillow?"

 "Chocolate stars to consume on the journey!"

The wisemen sang O Come All Ye Faithful.  I had to explain to TJ what 'ye' means.

The wise men had a dance party before the show. 

Joy to the World! 

 Smirking together

Ok, I'll stop taking pictures now!

Merry Christmas!