Sledding Fun

This afternoon, Cooper and Mommy went sledding on the big hill across from Bradford High School with Steven, Rebecca, Sara, Auntie Tina, and Uncle Glen.  This was the first time going and wow was it a hike to get there...not to mention how deep the snow was!

 But the good news is that we got there and the sleds that we had were fast.  But most of all we all had some good laughs and lots of smiles to share!!

A Snowy Surprise!

Last night we were driving past the big snow hill on 39th Avenue and talking about how we can go sledding there after we get some snow.  Little did we know that we would be waking up to 10.5 inches of snow the next morning.  It was such a surprise that we had to go shovel out an area for Buster because he wasn't sure where to go...and he had to go!  Cooper and Mommy were outside from 7:30 until 9:30 playing and shoveling out the drive way.  Cooper found a comfy chair, but when Daddy opened the door Buster escaped and got him.  

 Attack of the Puppy!

 Now we can go sledding Mom!

Merry Christmas!

 On Christmas Eve Morning, we started off by opening gifts from just our family.  Cooper was excited to find his snowball maker and Brewer got a Mr. Potato Head.  Mommy got a new cookie jar and Daddy got an I-Pod.  Then we went over to Gg and Papa's for the traditional Christmas Eve Celebration.  Daddy helped with the frying of all the food and Mommy helped get the pasta dishes ready with all of the Aunts.  Brewer and Cooper had fun playing with Rebecca and Steven, but wished that Conner would have been there too!  After dinner we did our gift exchange and we found more presents to open!  Brewer is liking this!!!  When we got home Brewer fell asleep right away, but Cooper was too excited for what Santa might be bringing!!!

 We woke up Christmas morning to find that Santa had stopped by our house during the evening.  At first, Cooper wasn't sure because he didn't have anything under our tree.  But we figured that because Mommy and Daddy were out on the couch, that he didn't want to wake anyone up, so he set everything by the stockings.  Brewer found a train set, and Daddy found fun new jammies.  Mommy found coco butter and Cooper found a new sled and a game and case for his Leapster!  We were very lucky to have Santa stop by us!!!

 Brewer and Cooper gave Grandma and Mr. Steve their Christmas presents while they opened theirs.  Then Grandma, Mr. Steve, and Grandma and Grandpa Beck enjoyed our morning brunch with us.  Mommy made the stuffed French Toast that Daddy has been wanting. 

 For the first time, we stayed in our jammies until way past lunch time, but we got dressed in time to go to Grandpa and Nana's for the Rognstad's Christmas.  We received good news that Rob and Julie are expecting their new little one in July and we can't wait to meet him/her!!!  After dinner, we opened yet another pile of presents!  Brewer got a sit and spin that he is in love with at the moment and Cooper found more Bakugan's to add to the collection...it's a good thing Brewer got him another case to hold all of the new ones too! 

 And just when you think we should be done...we have two more Christmas's to go!!!  We hope that everyone found the magic of the Christmas Season in your hearts and shared its joy.  We are blessed with the family and friends that we have to share.  Thank you to each and everyone of you!!  Merry Christmas!

Monkey Joe's

Today, we went to Monkey Joe's with Steven and Rebecca!  This was their first time going and they had a blast playing with us.  Rebecca made sure Brewer was safe at all times and together they even went down the big slide together!

Cooper had fun running around with Steven as they would race through the obstacle course together.   

Steven also made sure Brewer was safe at all times, taking him down the big slide too! 

Thanks for coming to Monkey Joe's with us!!!

Cookie Monster

After a good meal, we always ask the kids if they would like a cookie for dessert, or Brewer kindly reminds us with..."I want Santa Claus Cookie."  Which in his definition means hand over the Santa Claus Cookie Container before I scream!  So with the Cookie Container in hand, he inspects each and every cookie...

Touches each one... 

Sometimes even takes a sample bite... 

 Before deciding on the perfect cookie!

And yes, we put out a fresh plate for our guests!

Cookie Baking

 This past weekend was our 6th annual Cookie Baking weekend.  All together we made ten different kinds of cookies, including dipped pretzels.  Gg was in charge of the dry ingredients, Grandma was in charge of the mixing, and I focused on the timing of the cookies.  Gg was a little too clean at the end, so I patted some flour on her cheeks and nose!  She had a great laugh!

 Grandma made the cutout on Saturday night and then on Sunday after Church, we went back over to decorate and finish the final five cookies.

This was Brewer's first year at decorating, and he did a great job!  The smell of the cookies baking and cooling in the back room filled the house with memories and hungry tummies...