Christmas cookies and cuddles

It's very rare that this little man sits still - glad we could capture at least one photo :)

Payton and cousin Olivia caroling :)

Dress-up at Grandma Rhonda's house.

And of course the annual Christmas cookie bake off :)

Happy Holidays!

Happy 7 years!

Here's to 70 more! Love you, Russell Curt McDaniels! :)

Early St. Nick

21 more days until Christmas Day!

We celebrated St. Nicholas early today, as tomorrow is Monday and we are in such a rush to get out on time anyway (you know the drill). Payton woke up around 8:00 and came upon the gifts under the tree, exclaiming, "Who left those for me?" Even in her loud excitement, Kale (and daddy) still managed to sleep in until 10:00!!! His excitement in opening his gifts wasn't necessarily for the gift, rather the tearing of the paper to get to the gift!

This afternoon we decorated the Christmas tree, took a nap (well, some of us) and enjoyed a lazy Sunday before the busyness of the week soon begins.

Oh Christmas Tree, Oh Christmas Tree

Payton displaying her excitement for having found the perfect tree!

Daddy cutting down the tree!

Payton really wanted this tree.....any guesses why? :)

The annual hunt for the perfect Christmas tree was quite successful last weekend at the Fulk Family Christmas Tree Farm! The wind was a bit undesirable again this year, so we opted to leave Mr. I-get-into-everything aka Kale at my parents house. Payton helped us on our hunt, along with Aunt Megan. She also enjoyed some hot chocolate and a little candy "can" (as she calls it) from her uncle Brian. The weather was nice enough to allow Russ to hang the outdoor lights and for us (the kids and I) to meet up with aunt Brooke and Olivia to take some Christmas pictures (previous post). Needless to say, we are ready and waiting for the white stuff to hit the ground!

Preview

Excited to say that we got some amazing pictures of the little ones today! It was no easy feat, but it is done!!! Cheers!

Dull moments???

None here - hence the lack of posting this month so far:( However, I am grateful for the many blessings and the lack of dull moments in our lives - we are so very lucky and thankful.

Happy Thanksgiving!

Pinning is Winning

So, I have to admit that I have been sucked into the world of Pinterest! It is SO incredible that I recommend at least checking it out! It has already helped me with so many projects for my students at school, crafts for me and my kids at home and some great DIY ideas for Christmas gifts this year!! As if I needed something to fill my time (or lack there of)!!! Happy pinning everyone!