Brendan's holiday party at school. He enjoyed listening to his teacher read "The Polar Express". He is seated with Sidney, Charlotte, and Priscilla. 

Lauren loved the princess dresses that Anne and Tom gave her for Christmas. She chose to wear her Belle ensemble around the house. 

Anne surprised my dad (and her husband) with this gift --a tie with pictures of Tom's face all over it. 

Brendan and Charlie decorate cookies at our house. Now that these two are 4.5, it was a much cleaner affair for them. 

Lauren and Will decorate their cookies. We advised everyone to be aware of their creations -- they were often licked and/or bitten. 

One of Lauren's favorite things in the world is her Gymboree class. 

Up in her perch, Lauren had a great view of her class. 

Lauren loves the bubbles at Gymboree. 

In a lapse of judgment, we tried to head out to the Chirstmas tree farm during Lauren's nap time. She was fast asleep when we arrived at the farm. 

The kids were excited to run around and find our tree. 

Brendan and Lauren graciously assisted Brian with the measuring stick. 

The kids guard our tree after we finally make our selection. 

Lauren and Grandpa DuBay at Thanksgiving.