Talbott Tortoise

Mr. Talbott's 5th grade class is getting a tortoise. It is vacationing at our house. Needless to say, Mason is beside himself with joy. He will not leave the poor little guy alone, but he seems quite tolerant and loves running underneath the couch. Believe it or not, the tortoise is kinda cute!

Sunday morning.

This morning Kenz asked if I would take a few pix of them. The fact that all three sat still even for an instant is a miracle. She was really posing- doesn't she look 13?

Surprise!

Nanny flew out from Virginia to surprise Luke for his 35th birthday. We had such a fun week hanging with the kids, Christmas shopping, and just spending time with Nanny!

Fame!?

Here's Mason wearing Kenzie's leotard (note the boxer briefs hanging below). Very funny- you had to see how excited he was!

Birthday Party at Build A Bear

Mackenzie has been wanting to go to Build-A-Bear for her birthday for almost 6 months. So, she brought 6 girlfriends to celebrate with her. What a party!!! Here are Emma C, Macy, Kylie, MJ, Emma N., Haley, and Holly showing off their new friends.

Happy Bear-Day!

Giving the bears brains by rubbing their hearts on their foreheads.

Doing a very silly looking party dance!

African Party

Mason had an African party at school today. This is his zebra tunic, drum, and bead necklace. They sang a song in Swahili, did a dance, and we all ate authentic African food. It was the cutest thing you have ever seen! I forgot my camera so he told me he would take a picture at home.

Happy Birthday Mackenzie Jane!

I never really thought of our baby girl as a princess until today. She got calls from five different grandparents, aunt and uncle, and more birthday cards and gifts than a six year old could possibly handle. She was so excited about doing art she practically spent the whole day (besides school) up in her room playing at her new desk. Everyone in the family is getting love notes, thank you notes and pictures made by Mackenzie. We are so proud of our special little girl! I know, I know, six years went by in an INSTANT.

6-Year Old MJ

Lots of help from Mason this morning with the presents.

It was a family affair, new desk, lamp, and tons of art supplies!

The ceremonial candle in a muffin. Cupcakes for Saturday's birthday party.