December was a busy month for us with the holidays and with Rocky's first birthday on Christmas day! Above is Rocky with one of his favorite books; he and Gracie love the Sandra Boynton kids' books. They just got a CD of Sandra Boynton songs for Christmas from Grandma. They love the "Personal Penguin" book, and the song that goes with it. If you're really interested, you can hear it and see the video at www.workman.com/boynton. Below, Gracie and Rocky sharing a hug. I'm glad they love each other so much.
A few days before Christmas, we had a big snowstorm. We actually ended up having to spend the night at my mom and dad's because we lost power (no heat!!). New England weather is crazy, though. On Christmas day, the temperature was in the 50s, and the snow was melting away! Below is the view of our street looking out our front window.
Our front yard
Our snowy backyard
We spent Christmas at my mom and dad's with all my relatives, and Lou's family came down to celebrate Christ's birth with us! Here is Gracie playing with her new dollhouse (she's holding part of the kitchen furniture).
Gracie and Mommy on Christmas morning
Candy is a special treat! We opened a peppermint patty to share with Gracie and Rocky. I guess Rocky liked it because a few minutes later, we discovered he had gotten another one and put it in his mouth, wrapper and all!
Gracie being silly
Family photo...it's so hard to take photos with small children!!!
On Christmas night, we celebrated Rocky's 1st birthday. Below, Gracie sings "Happy Birthday" to Rocky...next to the cake, this was her favorite part!
Rocky has his first piece of cake, and he loves it. No crumbs left this time!!
Playing with his new cars and trucks
Looking at the farm from Grandma and Grandpa
Opening presents is serious business!!
We praise the Lord for blessing us with family and friends!
