A warm start to the winter finally gave way to some snow in February. Rachel and Taylor played with friends from our street...



In January, the weather had been so warm that some trees began to bloom. We enjoyed a day at the park with some friends...


Transitions…
This winter has been a season of change for Rachel. She lost her first two baby teeth and decided to get her hair cut.

Before Haircut:

During Haircut (snip!):


After haircut!

We purchased a new van for transporting these two cuties.

December kept us busy...
Birthday party fun


Jeff's birthday celebration

Decorating Christmas cookies

A joyous Christmas morning

And Rachel continues her excellence in school by receiving the Character Counts award two terms in a row for all six pillars of character (Trustworthiness, Respect, Responsibility, Fairness, Caring, Citizenship)