HAPPY NEW YEAR

Ian's first snowman! The snowman didn't survive the rain we had on Christmas but he had a good run. Ian would check on him every morning. I'm sure there will be grander snowmen to come. Maybe next time he will even help me build it :-)


Christmas morning. Ian loved leaving cookies and eggnog for Santa and even insisted on a carrot for the reindeer. He is still young enough that he was actually the last awake that morning and it was so great to watch him discover the signs of Santa. First it was the cookie are gone, then that the stockings were full, and then he squealed in delight at the new white presents with Santas on them he found under the tree.


Noa loved unwrapping presents but was more interested in eating the paper than with what was inside. Both boys had a wonderful Christmas. Gifts were generous and truly loved (thanks to all!!). It was great to see everyone over the holidays but it is nice to be home.


Last night the boys got their annual bath. I love seeing Noa sitting up and splashing about with Ian. I have high hopes that they will become friends as well as brothers this year. After the bath, we packed the gang up and went to my co-workers house. They live nearby and have kids a few years older. It was a great time. There were lots of people our age with small children who live in the neighborhood. I think this is the first time that Aaron and I have met a really nice group of our peers since we have been in Chicago. Nice to talk to adults!! Ian had a great time too, running amok with all of the kids and Noa was just a doll, flirting with all of the ladies. We made it all the way to 9pm when I thought that we had kept the boys up long enough and we were pushing our luck.

Glad to be alive and healthy for another year! Best wishes for all!