The Woods and Christmas is Coming!

We seem to have had loads of things going on (hence the lack of blogs) but I can't actually think what they were. Anyway, I'll try now to put a few bits on showing what we've been up to.

A couple of weeks ago we went with Carl and Tim to the woods for a run and play. We haven't seen Carl since September as he goes to a different nursery and goes in the afternoon so there is no time to meet up. It was great to get together, this was the first time that Toby wasn't in the pushchair and he loved being one of the gang.

It was pretty muddy not that they were bothered. We found some 'houses' which they all helped to improve. I think it must be a boy thing with sticks as Toby searched for the one that looked like it could do most damage (how do they know???) and both Carl and Tim were dragging logs around!

Of course we stopped for a picnic of sorts though it was a little chilly to stay still for too long. Poor Meadow (Carl's little sister) was bundled up so well I'm surprised she could stay on her feet - she reminded me of Maggie Simpson when they dress her up for the snow. It was a lovely morning but I was glad to get back in the warmth. Quick pic of Toby, couldn't resist as it makes me laugh!

We put our Christmas tree and decorations up the first weekend of December and it definitely added a festive feel. Steve has also managed to work out how to trick the Internet into thinking we're still in the US so we can listen to KOST 103.2 and their month of non-stop holiday tunes. :) The only problem with all this is I forget that it isn't Christmas but I'm eating and drinking thinking it is, not good!

At the weekend we went down to grandma and grandpa's to 'help' them decorate their tree and cake. I thought Beth and Toby did a great job between them on the tree, much better than last year though I believe that grandma may have made a few adjustments after we left . . . Before I forget, in that picture Beth is holding 'Bethlehem Jesus' (please don't ask . . . ). Beth also helped to decorate the Christmas cake along with some Christmas buns. While there I also got a bit crafty made a holiday wreath for the door. For a first attempt I didn't think it was too bad. Think it's a bit like pumpkin carving - you always think of other ideas once you're finished and want to do another.