Watching

Don't look now, but it seems like our elf, Naybe has made his way back into our house.  To be honest, I'm happy to see the little guy.  Let's just hope he stays out of trouble this year.  He's already been found trying to eat our last cookie.   I'll try to snag a picture of him soon. 

Reminder

On the very, very bright side, Amelia received a good review at the doctor today.  On the much, much less bright side, she also got the DVD from the play she was too sick to be in... while she was happy to see her friends do well, she had to watch parts of it through tears.

Fingers Crossed

There were roughly 22 people at our Thanksgiving Dinner.... 7 of which now have colds.  Here's to hoping we somehow avoided those germs.  I don't think Amelia could handle another round!

Nice Try

Ev tried to teach an old dog new tricks.... I'm not sure if his Great Uncle learned, but he tried.....

On The Road

Travelling to Atlanta with these guys. Fun, family, and food. Sounds like a good trip to me...

Look

This is the look of a girl not amused by the prospect of more medicine...and also a look I've seen after many terrible dad jokes...

Oreo days

Today was the day we finally got to make Oreo balls.  We all love them.  Ev ran in screaming "let me help!". It was so so loud.  He happily smashed the Oreos violently  then left to go play Ipad.  He came right back when we said he could help roll the Oreos. Once he was done rolling them, they were small and crumbly.  Apparently daddy is an expert on dinos because he said they look like dino poop. We all died laughing (they did look like it).  Luckily we had white chocolate to cover some up. :) 

Amelia

Could Have Been Worse

While I'm so incredibly thankful Amelia got to come home from the hospital after her overnight stay, I have to say it could have been much worse.  It started off a little rough when they stuck her with an IV and served her hospital fish sticks for dinner.  That said, they really redeemed themselves with movies, Nintendo, and ice cream...by the end, I'm not sure she was ready to leave...

Hmmmm

Well, today sucked. I'm too tired to get into it, but let's just say it involved Amelia's pneumonia, an ambulance ride, luxurious hospital accommodations, and two scared parents.  It seems like all will be well in a few days, but that's a few days too many.

Season's Change

Fall is here.  The weather is cold.  The leaves are beautiful.  The fire pit is going....

Blown Up

This is the look of a man whose sister just accidentally blew up the Minecraft house he spent an hour building...

Shopping

Does it really count as making a list if you just leisurely enjoy a french toast stick while you circle every single item in the Target ad??

Get Well

While it's been a rough week for Amelia, her spirits were lifted yesterday when she received a gift from school.... A framed poster from her play signed by the entire cast (even the big teenagers) wishing her a quick recovery and letting her know they missed her and love her.... a dad couldn't hope for more than that kind of support.

Next Time

The play performances have come and gone....as have our guests.....as has a birthday party Amelia was looking forward to....yet what remains is Amelia's fever.  My poor girl needs to catch a break.

Delay

After 6 weeks and over 70 hours of rehearsal, tonight is finally opening night of the Amelia's play...unfortunately, thanks to a surprise 103 degree fever, she had to miss it.  For now, she'll have to enjoy the fact that she made it onto the school's facebook page...