Snow Day!!

Poor Grayson. He's never been allowed to play in the snow. It's not that I have issues with going outside when it's snowing. I actually really enjoy it, I find it peaceful. But, every year I haven't been able to justify purchasing new snow boots and snow clothes every year (and it would have been every year, he hasn't slowed down when it comes to getting bigger) on the chance that it may snow enough for him to go out and play. So far I've been right. We really hadn't gotten enough snow each year to justify the expense.

This year he was given a pair of snow pants for free. They are HUGE, which is good because he'll grow into them for years, but I could still make them fit. As for boots, I still haven't bought him a new pair, but he has a pair of water proof boots, so I could double up his socks to keep his feet warm.

And so it goes...he got all bundled up and was very excited. After he got dressed, I got myself ready. I then grabbed my camera for this momentous occasion. I go to take a picture of him all dressed and the battery died. Yes, my wonderful camera that gets amazing pictures was dead. Luckily, we still have our old digital camera, so I grabbed that one.

Grayson really did enjoy the snow. We weren't outside for very long - maybe 30 minutes - but he had a blast. I think the only reason he wanted to come inside was because his hands were cold and he wanted to drink the hot chocolate I had promised. He enjoyed that too. Overall it was a good experience and I think I'll invest in some snow boots for next year. I'll just get them extra-large so they can last a little while!!

Happy New Year!!

Happy 2009 everyone!! I hope it's a great year for you all. 2008 brought a lot for us - remodeling our home, Grayson started preschool, I started working from home with Learning is an Art, etc. I'm eager to see what the new year will bring.

We said goodbye to 2008 and hello to 2009 with another great party at my sister's house last night. It was the perfect way to cap off our year and this was the first time Grayson was a true "participant." He was up until after 1:00 AM because he insisted on not sleeping at her place. He actually slept in until after 9:30 this morning. That has never, ever happened.

Christmas this year was a ton of fun. Grayson really enjoyed himself and his gifts. This was the first year he really "got it." I don't think I ever realized how much work goes into creating the magic of Christmas, but it was worth it. I was completely exhausted by the end of the day - between going to church the night before and singing, to getting all the presents out on my own after Grayson went to bed (Dominic was working all night), then preparing all the food for the family, trying to entertain over 30 people, and then ending the day at my Aunt Dee Dee's house - I was beat!!
I hope everyone has had a wonderful holiday season and has a lot to look forward to in the coming year. Good luck with your new year's resolutions!!