Happy Birthday Ian!

It was great to talk to Ian on Skype on Christmas. He's in Scotland right now as a missionary. It's his birthday today, so happy birthday!

I had to include these awesome pictures that he took of Scotland.

Museum of Flight

We went on an adventure to the Museum on Flight today. It was really cool to see all those airplanes up close and to see how the technology has changed. 

We also walked through Air Force One. It was so sunny and clear that we could see Mt. Rainier. 

Piano

 Charlotte's last Christmas/birthday present came in the mail today. She loves it. She and Abby were getting really into playing the big piano, so they loved this little miniature one. It is SO cute!

They even played with the box, although they look a little scared in this picture.  

Winterfest

 We went to Winterfest in Seattle today. They had a little village and ice skating. We walked around downtown and saw all the sights and Christmas decorations. It was my first time to the gum wall, which was a little gross, but I had to see it. Pike Place was great as always. We rode the monorail down. Charlotte and Abbey did really well and had a great time too.

Cousins

Charlotte and Abby have been having a great time together. Well, they have very strong personalities and think they are in charge. We tried to give them a bath together, but Abby got mad when Charlotte got in and Charlotte was devastated when Abby got out. They have had lots of fun following each other around and playing with their new toys and books, though. And they LOVE to play the piano.

Christmas

Charlotte woke up at 6:05 this morning to open presents. She was very excited and didn't stop talking.  She loves her new presents. She played with each one until she got distracted by the next. Abby and Charlotte especially liked taking each other's toys

Christmas Eve

Yesterday was the annual Christmas Eve dinner and gift exchange. It was nice to have so much family together. We got some great presents. A sweater for Brad, more cupcake supplies for me, and a shopping cart for Charlotte. We had so much good food! Bring on the New Year's resolutions!