(11/27) The boys had a half day today. I volunteered for a little bit and got to prep for a Xmas project in D's class. Dad woke up early and we hopped in the car and went to get in line for a boat. There was a two hour wait for the ferry. Weeee. We picked up pizza for dinner when we finally got across and headed for Grandma & Granddad's. After dinner the boys cooked up a storm with Grandma. They have been so excited to do that!
(11/28) Happy Thanksgiving! Jake, Amber, and kiddos arrived this morning to join us for a French toast breakfast. Dad didn't sleep well, and felt even worse, so he decided to go home to a quiet house to sleep. Those of us that stayed meandered on down to the marina to check out the grands' new boat. They're going to have such a fun time this summer! Dinner was amazing and I packed a bunch of leftovers so Dad could have some too, once he's feeling up to it.
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(11/29) We said goodbye to the fam this morning and caught an early boat home. Dad picked us up and then went to sleep. We didn't see him again until 7p. He seemed to be feeling more human after that. The boys and I had a super lazy day. I didn't monitor screen time, and let them play to their hearts' content.
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(11/30) Sarah and I went to Zumba this morning. It was a balmy 28° out when I walked home. The kiddos and I went to the park this afternoon and it still hadn't warmed up much. The lake had about 3" of ice, and the twins had the best time breaking off chunks and throwing them out into the middle. C went to grab his phone earlier today and the charger had fused to the phone. It totally fried the port, and had to be replaced. I'm so glad it happened when we were around and that it didn't start a fire or anything, but UGH!
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(12/1) We had a pretty lazy morning today. The kids and I went down to check out the lake again after lunch. It had warmed up quite a bit since yesterday, and the ice was much thinner. We weren't there long before an ambitious twin stepped through the ice and soaked his leg. ARGH. I hauled squabbling boys home amidst complaints that I was a life ruiner. I know, I know. Nanan came this afternoon to go with us and pick out a tree. The boys were still grumping at each other, so we all gritted our teeth and remarked on the happy family memories we were making as we drove to Stocker Farm. We got the tree home and the lights strung before heading to dinner at Scuttlebutt. Dinner was great, even if my dear darlings wouldn't look at the camera. This was the best pic I got.
(12/2) I worked from home today, and the kiddos had school. The boys thoroughly decorated the tree yesterday, but still managed to find a few more spots for even more ornaments. I need to put the box away, or we won't be able to see any green! The twins were really off their game today at school, and both had rough days. Coming off vacation is no picnic.
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(12/3) Work day for us parentals and school for the boys. The twins did amazing and were in good spirits when I came home. They wandered off to watch YouTube this evening with their reward minutes, and I got the TV to myself. That almost never happens!
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(12/4) I had the day off and worked in the kiddos' classes this morning. I read with kids in both rooms, and then went home and caught some of the impeachment hearing. C and D had counseling appointments this afternoon, and we all met up at home afterward for dinner. D and I watched The Grinch this evening--it was a newer version than I had seen before, but equally enjoyable. D really hopes that never happens to our Christmas. So cute!
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(12/5) Today was a work day for Dad and me, and the kiddos had school. Dad slept poorly, so I saw him for like ten minutes before he disappeared upstairs. Eventually we'll be on similar schedules...
(12/6) Today was a work day for me. J had a terrible day at school, and ended up losing his screen time. He helped Dad cut up veggies for tonight's dinner and did a good job. We let him earn a little YouTube time, and he was back to his sweet self saying how much he loved us. HA ~ tell me that when you don't have screen time, kid.
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(12/7) Sarah and I went to Zumba this morning. It was raining out, so I skipped the walk and drove there. We went up to see Snow and Seth this afternoon. I love their new place! It's a great first apartment! We took them to dinner, which was a disaster, but it gave us lots and lots of time to visit. There was a parade tonight, and the service was waaaaay behind, and then we didn't enjoy our food. But whatevs. We found a better place to go next time!
(12/8) The boys and I had a lazy morning. They played screens and I read my book by the Christmas tree (my fave!). Nanan came over this afternoon so I could take a look at her computer. She joined us for dinner, and then we all went to get our Santa pics. The one below was the best of the four, and I'm sure it will make me smile every time I see it.
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(12/12) Today was a work day for both Dad & me, and the boys had school. D had a rough day, and helped make dinner since he wasn't on screens this evening.
(12/13) I had a dentist appointment this morning, so I worked from home afterward. My company's Christmas party was tonight at Enchant in Seattle. We started with dinner at Pyramid before, and then headed over. The lights at Enchant were amazing! I had such a fun time taking pictures and hanging with coworkers outside of work. We have some really great people!
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(12/14) Today was a pretty lazy day. Sarah and I walked to coffee, and Nanan came over this afternoon. It was a day for hanging in our jammies. Which is one of the best ways to spend a Saturday in my opinion. Dad took C and some friends to the teddy bear toss night at the Tips game. The Tips won 2-3, and the kids had a good time.
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(12/15) I ran C's friend home this morning, and we're all hanging out and having a lazy day today. Happy Sunday!
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