and there went november

and most of December too! Wow. It's December nineteenth. The other day, I said to one of my co-workers "I can't believe 2012 is almost over" and she said, "that was fast!". Since it hasn't started yet! That sort of sums up how  how sleep deprived I've been.

Here's a pic of the kiddos. This was one we used on the Christmas card this year. 

This was when we went out to my friend Lynn's farm. Tripp chased chickens and fed cows. It was hilarious, and fun, and I can't wait to go back when Frannie can be a little more hands-on. Her chickens live in The Poultry Palace- complete with a chandelier and front porch with rocking chairs. I have lots more pictures, that maybe someday will make it on here.

We did not get to take our professional pictures, since the kiddos get sick. So unfortunate. We have been very busy with a jam-packed schedule lately. And Papa Bear has a hurt back, so I've been picking up all the slack. I think all the Christmas shopping is done... with extra bottles of wine for anyone I accidentally left off the list. One Christmas down, and 3 to go. We are so blessed to be surrounded by so much family that loves us. I am especially grateful "this time of year". Now I just have to finish wrapping.

I miss sleeping.