Thanksgiving was a good time with family. Madi was home. We attempted to get pictures for a Christmas card, but our photo skills and the sun didn't help produce pics we wanted to use for a card. But, still not too bad, so I will share them here.
Shortly after Thanksgiving, Madi was home again to go with Rebekah to NYC so see her picture on the jumbotron at Times square. It was cool, and a made for a nice trip.
Andrew started basketball in November. He is a starter on the JV team and leading scorer. He earned his way to sit varsity. He gets minutes here and there. He has made the most of his varsity time hitting shots when they come around. Hard to get pics. Here is his photo from team picture day.
Abby continued with basic gymnastics at the Y. She had an open gym and we were able to take some pictures. She will began intermediate gymnastics in January.
Our Christmas was good. Uncle Trevor, Aunt Lori, and Cousin Stephanie were here from GA for 5 days. We had a good time seeing them. Andrew, Abby, and Stephanie tried the MK mask one night during game time.
We had our traditional Christmas. Rebekah and Madi were part of the worship team for Christmas Eve service. We had breakfast at home and opened some gifts. We had lunch at my brother's house, and then we had dinner with my in-laws.
Abby's Christmas gifts were mainly associated with American Girl, hatchimals, and Shopkins.
Andrew mainly got Xbox games, some clothes, and an Ancestry Kit.
Madi mostly got clothes and accessories.
Madi was home for a month, but had to leave before Abby's birthday. She was a good sister and took her skating for the first time and then took her out to dinner before she left. Abby did well skating the first time.
We had an unexpected snow day on a school day Wednesday before Madi went back. Abby, Madi, and I took advantage of it and went skiing. Both of the kids had fun and improved alot in 4 hours....Andrew had basketball practice.
Andrew finished his driving requirements and got his license exactly 6 months after his birthday and getting his permit. He made his maiden voyage to basketball practice the next day.
Finally, Abby's 8th birthday. We had a gathering at the house for her with family. Her biggest gift was an American Girl Doll. She also received many Happy Places sets that she likes to play with. She chose Pizza Hut pizza and an oreo ice cream cake from Dairy Queen. It was a great evening.
She had some friends over for her birthday the next day. Her theme was from the Disney's Denscendents. She helped chose decorations and activities. Fun.
This Spring, Andrew will be getting ready for his track season, Abby will continue with gymnastics at the Y, and Madi will be completing her freshman year of college. Wishing you a good Spring season.....until next time....
