Ushering in the Season

We had a great time celebrating the birth of Jesus this year.  The kids participated in their Christmas program at church....

 

 We went to the local Christmas parade to support our friends.

 We went Christmas caroling...

  We decorated the tree...

And all before leaving for Oregon on the 19th.  It was a busy but fun couple of weeks.

Character Counts

My daughter won an award for her trustworthiness at school this year.  They only pick one from each class and she was the one chosen.  She is SUCH a good kid and we couldn't be prouder of her.  I guess if I have to choose, I would rather she be trustworthy than remember to clean her room every day.  It is important to choose your battles.

OH BOY.