Good-Bye R-O-S-S

The final visit from R-O-S-S is always fun! He brings a special breakfast, a letter lifting his magic and ornaments. This year Ross got a karate ornament. Avery got a ballerina. Daddy even got one, a Cubs ornament.

Part of the special breakfast is always Egg Nog and sparkling juice. Boss is always hopeful for both! This year he was so sad at first because he didn't see it. Once he read the letter and was directed to the fridge he was beyond excited! 

She loved her ballerina. Almost immediately dropped it, breaking her hand so I performed super glue surgery and were good to go. 

The sweet thank you note Ross wrote. 

Woot! They love being able to play with R-O-S-S on Christmas Eve! 

Boss loves it too! He even taught him how to dab. 

Finally breakfast. Oh, the sugary breakfast that is juice, egg nog, and donuts is always much enjoyed.

Razorback Game

Our traditional Razorback game was on Kevin's bday again this year. So fun! Mari's first of many. 

Selfie fun!

Birthday Boy! 

The girl and her Poppy. 

...and Aunt Lexie. 

Crazy Stever, Mari, and Al. 

Aren't they cute?!

Yes, Dad and Boss were there too. 

...and Uncle Brent. Avery made the rounds to visit with everyone there. 

The crowd was huge! The largest one I can remember in a very long time. Even the upper level was full. 

School Christmas Programs

On the day of the school program, they got to wear Christmas clothes. Both picked out what they wanted to wear, and Avery told me how she wanted her hair fixed. Red bow in back and headband with a pink bow in the front. Perfection.

Their programs were so good! Ross had a speaking part too. Avery talked about her program for months!! 

The Tree 2016

We volunteered to work in The Tree again this year. Always so fun, and a privilege to be a part of something so wonderful.

The wise men crew that my guys were a part of. 

Of course, we had live animals again. They are a hot mess, but they look great on stage. They are also fun to take pics with before the shows. 

Such a great scene! My favorite. 

This year Kevin participated! It was awesome to have him there all week! 

Our annual trek to the top of the tree! 

Boss got Kevin up to the top too! 

One of our grand wise men, Bro Jerry. 

Our full crew. Not the best picture, but I'll take it as a memory. 

Our shepherd crew. 

Such a great, exhausting week. We always look forward to it. I truly love serving in anything as a family.

Christmas Card Pictures

I took the Christmas card pics this year. I took them in about 5 minutes after church, and the kids tolerated it pretty well. Only a few fake smiles. Some of my favorite outtakes. 

So girly in many ways. She posed herself. :)

I love his little personality. Must. Dab. 

"Act like you love each other."

Quick pics with mom and dad too. 

Finished product.