...and Christmas too!

 

 
The men!
 
 

Since we won't be together at Christmas this year, we decided to spend an evening exchanging gifts over Thanksgiving. Ethan's favorite toy was Chloe's doll stroller (don't worry, we didn't come home with it!) and he spent most of the evening tooling around the house with it.

Chen Thanksgiving

 
 
 

Thankfully, I was able to make it up to Michigan for the Chen Thanksgiving this year! (I'm getting very close to my no travel window with the pregnancy) We combined our efforts to create a yummy meal--Ethan was a big fan. It was nice to have the Lam family back in Michigan so we could hang out with them. Kirsten and Chloe were great babysitters!

Rock Band

 
 
 
 

A major source of entertainment over Thanksgiving was Wii Rock Band, Dennis' gift from his brothers. Ethan really wanted to participate!

Lisa's Wedding

 
 
 
Dennis and I enjoyed a night out for Lisa's wedding! It was such a joy to see this woman find such a wonderful man to marry--just really sad that he is taking her away to Richmond. Lisa was a counselor at the Barnabas Center (where I work part time) and had a great ministry to women and others there. We had lots of fun celebrating with her!

A few of my favorite things!

 
 
 

Ethan is into new things all the time, and is easily satisfied with everyday items! Ethan LOVES putting on big shoes and walking around--great entertainment for all. He is learning to color and has always enjoyed reading. Books are his favorite toys!

Fall Festival

We went to the Fall Festival at Windyrush (the pool/tennis club), and Ethan's favorite part was the petting zoo! These animals were so fun and very gentle. I think Ethan was a bit wary, but definitely enjoyed meeting all the animals he reads about in his books!

 
 
 

Our Little Froggie!

We thought Ethan was going to have to dress up as an animal to be part of the Noah's Ark parade at school. (the toddlers opted out this year because it's a little too overwhelming!) So...Catie let me borrow this frog outfit anyway and Ethan loved it! He would walk around saying, "Ribbit, ribbit". It was a huge hit. :)

 
 
 
taking an important phone call :)