Christmas Morning

We had a fantastic Christmas. The kids were so excited to see what Santa had left. Jack made us smile because he was nervous that he hadn't been a "good enough" boy and that Santa perhaps had skipped over our house. Don't worry Jack! Santa was very good to us.

David and the kids did an amazing job picking out the tree this year. Doesn't this look rather Norman Rockwell-ish?

Sleeping Beauty Phone! Score!

Doing His Happy Dance

What could this be?

A Hotwheels Track! Very Cool!!

Santa's a pretty funny guy. He brought Lily a bee game. You might remember how she was stung several times this year at Wegmans. Leave it to Santa to make light of a situation. Lily was happy!

A New Pig and Elephant Book!

Talking to Grandma Toni on the Sleeping Beauty Phone

It appears Charlie is not a morning person in this picture!

A Toy Story Puzzle!

This sweatshirt was from Steve and Lily immediately put it on (you'll notice in the pics below). She announced, "it's from Steve and it's my favorite colors...pink and purple!"

Grandma Toni and Grandpa Dave were generous! Jack got a new big guy bike!

When can we test this out?

New Dress Up Clothes!

Me and My Little Christmas Elf

A World Puzzle!

Santa was very generous at 64 Stuyvesant this year. He knew exactly what to get everyone. Mostly, we are thankful for our family, friends and health. As Tiny Tim said, "God bless us, every one." Thank you all!

Handsome Guys!

Random Photos From Thanksgiving Week - Archer Visit / Ann and Joanie Visit

Some Archer Men

Beautiful Pic of Toni and Her Baby Boy

Ann and Joanie meet Charlie!

Joanie looks so old to me now! She must have grown an entire foot since we last saw her. The kids adored Ann and Joanie.

I take a good photo, yes?

Prepping for their Idol audition

Archer Ladies

Toni and Charlie

She loves her Grandma!

Visit from Jules and Sam

I'm realizing just how many visitors we had in the last couple months. I was thrilled to have Jules and Sam come visit. It had been WAY too long. I hadn't seen that Sam in over a year. He's the cutest. He walked in my house and immediately wanted to know where my car supply was. I think I let him down. He also gave me the scoop on the vehicles his family members drive. Seriously, he said "Suburu Outback." I'm taking him with us when we buy our next car. Anyway, the Castigliones are expecting another baby. Woot, woot. Can't wait for another gorgeous little Castiglione to enter the world in 2012.

"Oh Sam, you are HILARIOUS."

Feeling the Love

Love these peeps

Is the one happy little boy, or what?

Tarbear Comes To Visit

I was beyond happy to have Taryn come and visit. We spent a great weekend together...shopping, watching bad hallmark movies, eating great food and laughing. It's always too short but I'm thankful she was able to come see us. Love this girl!

Aunt Margaret, Tar, and Charlie

Skyping with Dave in London

Thankful For Friends and Family

I haven't been posting as much...we have been so busy this holiday season! Anyway, I wanted to share some pictures from Thanksgiving. We were able to see some of our dear friends and family.

Love the contrast between the girls and the boys

Bobbsey Twins

Rodney and Charlie

Two little guys having too much fun

My next submission for awkward family photos

Stella is such a cutie. So happy we finally got to meet her!

Some proud dads and their babies. Yes Fiona, we are arranging a marriage.

It seems like just yesterday we were at their wedding. Sarah, Scott and Stella.

Love this shot. Mama and Baby.

I really tried to get a family photo but a.) the lighting was terrible and b.) inevitably someone does not cooperate. Eh well. Still love it.

Thankful For These Cuties Too