This past week, the kids had their Christmas (excuse me..."holiday") parties at school complete with no decorations, no music, no presents. Nice, huh? Aside from the secularism that surrouded the occasion (wouldn't want to offend anyone) the kids had fun. Here are a few shots of the action.

The next day was Bobby's birthday. For his first birthday back in Michigan, he got the biggest snow storm so far this season. Yay! We had a nice day just hanging out as a family, something that is pretty rare these days. Happy Birthday, Bobby!!

Around here, you get whatever wrapping paper is on hand.