Santa has arrived.

There were some good boys in the Henry House this year. The boys and I read the Christmas story and put Cookies & Egg Nog (or Egg Milk as Dalton calls it) out for Santa. Then it was off to bed for Santa doesn't come until little boys are sleeping. Santa had to rearrange the furniture this year to accommodate all the gifts.

The boys were very excited in the morning to discover the Polar Express train under the tree. Colin went right to it and started it up. They then tackled their piles and did a great job unwrapping all of their presents. We had to keep on Dalton who wanted to play with everything he opened up. Colin zoomed through all of his unwrapping with record speed and Ian slowed down about the time he discovered chocolate in his stocking. He then tested out his new Lightning McQueen chair and ate his chocolate Santa.

Aunt Sara got to share in the excitement this year. After all of the unwrapping, and opening of boxes, they got right to playing with the endless amounts of trucks, tractor, trains & monster trucks. It's a boys world in this house for sure.

At this point we are enjoying the beautiful weather and relaxing day. Soon it will be time for Christmas ham and pineapple stuffing. Yum

Getting ready for Christmas.

The stockings are hung and the tree is trimmed. Now we just start the countdown. We are looking forward to this Christmas because each year gets better and better. We are so blessed this year and are so excited to see all 3 of their faces on Christmas morning. The tree is still decorated which is a bonus. The presents under the tree are hard to resist but they are doing well especially since none of them are for them. They all promptly told Daddy that his present was under the tree and that Mommy got him a box. Which is why Mommy didn't tell them what was in the box.

Tonight was the Christmas program at church and Colin & Dalton participated this year. They were originally going to be a donkey & a sheep until they informed me of their animal choice. Dalton chose to be a crocodile and Colin wanted to be a lion. So Mommy got creative and made their costumes. Ian was a very last minute addition as a bat which was an extra costume. They all did very well and it was very cute.

So now we wait. I have made the list and checked it several times; cookies - check, stocking stuffers - check, presents wrapped - check, egg nog - check, ham for dinner - check. All that is left is to wait. I think I am going to have the hardest time myself.

We wish everyone a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. We hope that the holidays find everyone in good health and with the ones they love. We hope Santa brings you everything on your list and that you save room for Jesus in your heart. We know both will be paying our house a visit this year.

Visit with Santa.

We attended the Fire Department's Christmas party this past friday. The boys got an early visit from Santa Claus. Colin sat on his lap with no problems and rattled off all the items he would like him to bring. Dalton was next and did a great job as well. He wasn't as detailed but managed to tell Santa that he wanted a Polar Express. Ian didn't even want to go near him and at the time his name was called was having a fit. So Daddy got his present for him. Dalton was thrilled with his toy which was a new Doggy Monster Truck. Ian was happy with his dump truck as well. Colin liked his present but was a little bummed he couldn't play with it right away. Oh well "Santa" will have to do better next year. 2 out of 3 isn't bad.

Pizza Night with Uncle Walt

We have discovered a new career option for Dalton. Pizza Maker! Colin started out making pizza but ended at one. Dalton worked with Uncle Walt and made all four. He had so much fun and made really great pizza too!

Thanksgiving at Mom & Dad's

Thanksgiving was spent this year at Grandma & Pop Pop Brunetti's. We had a great time visiting and had good luck traveling. The boys had a great time visiting with their Uncles, Aunts & new Cousin. They got to spend some time at the zoo with Uncle Walt, Uncle Chris & Aunt Amy. They love the zoo and we appreciate Uncle Walt taking them.

We all ate ourselves silly on Thanksgiving with some wonderful food. I especially loved the carrot & curry soup. That night was capped off by most of the crew heading to the Eagles game for an awesome win over the Cardinals. The boys, Mom & I went to the movies and saw Madagascar 2. They loved it and even sat through the whole movie. Which was amazing for Ian! We then invaded Aunt Monica's and Uncle Steve's and the boys got a treat by breaking in Nicholas' new train.

It was a great Holiday and we were very thankful that we could spend it with family.

Cousins

Yeah! We finally got to meet our newest addition to our family. He is absolutely adorable. We got to spend a lot of time with him during our visit. Colin loved meeting him, Dalton didn't want to share his toys and Ian thought it was fun to pull on his legs. It will be a blast to watch them all grow up together.

Leaf Pile

Nothing better in life for little boys than a great big pile of leaves. They had a blast jumping in it and of course driving trucks through it.

New 4 Wheeler

Colin has moved up into the next phase of his 4 wheeling career. He is loving his new ride. Dalton & Ian love taking rides with their big brother. Dalton of course has now learned to drive it himself. His first ride was a little scary but he has mastered it now. They have made a track around Daddy's garage which of course runs right through a mud puddle.

Updates

I have been very bad about updating the blog. My goal is by today to have it updated with some new photos of the last month. We have had a lot going on lately.