7-13

 Day 7

Little booger woke up at 5 am. I'm sleepy now too babykins, and it's not even 9 in the morning. At least one of us will get two naps today.

Day 8

When shooting the bad guys on the star wars game, it helps if you stick your tongue out. Also, after a quick competition I was surprised to find out that Caleb is better at this video game than I am. Is that possible? He's 4! I was shooting at the big ship and he said, "No, Mama. Shoot at those little blue things. They help you know where to shoot."

Day 9

Evelyn presiding over the week's laundry mountain. I remember sorting my clothes into Lights and Darks. Then came Whites, Lights and Darks. Now I have a load for practically every color. I'll have to admit to finding some visual pleasure in this arranging, though.

 Day 10

He wrote this one. He had such joy in the pure white of the snow. "They look like they are just, painted in white!" he said. Compare to Day 7 of last year.

Day 11

Day 12

Morning to myself at a local German cafe. So thankful for a mental break. Of course, I spent the rest of the morning stuffing Christmas cards into envelopes. But at least I didn't have to talk to anyone or correct/redirect any little bodies.

Day 13

You know it's cold outside when I let this thing take over my living room. The kids were thrilled with Gideon's birthday present from my mom. I've been holding it hostage for a time like this and finally decided inflate it.