Our Ordinary Miracles

We had a fun weekend of lighting ceremonies! First was the one at Zona Rosa. It was a lovely evening. Just chilly enough to get bundled up and feel like a Christmas event.
Sophie got carsick on the way there. Luckily GG had a sweater in her car that she let Sophie borrow. Doesn't she look like such a rag-a-muffin?
The next night was the lighting at Briarcliff Village. They had a lot more going on there. The kids really loved hearing a children's choir sing carols. We sat in the front row and the kids got down with some other kids and danced. What is cuter than your kids holding hands and dancing? I love how they gravitate to each other.

At one point a boy dressed as Frosty the Snowman came around and shook hands with members of the audience. The look of absolute terror on Julia's face was hilarious so sad.They also had fireworks, which Sophie called "fire-whirlies." There were also a beautiful Santa and Mrs. Claus that we could have done a picture with, but the kids each said NO.
Sam, Jules, and Sophie have been keeping us busy as always. They're language skills are exploding. I especially notice Julia talking more lately. She also knows her colors really well. Pink is already her favorite! I painted the girls' toenails for the first time the other day. I did not think it was appropriate to paint Sam's paint Sam's as well. Daddy was not thrilled about that. But the children thought it was so fun! Julia said "pretty Mommy!" and has not stopped talking about her "pink. toes." since I painted them. The other day she didn't even want to put shoes on because she wouldn't be able to see her toes.

I introduced my favorite childhood movie, "Annie," to the kids the other day. They really loved it and that makes me so happy! They like the songs and they like Sandy the dog. They dance along with the orphans. My kids are dancing fools!
Thanksgiving is tomorrow. I went ahead and made the blog Christmassy. I waited long enough!