A few more from Christmas...

Kitten pictures

What's in the bag?

...and in the tree...

..and under the tree...

Christmas Kittens!

Santa completely surprised the kids this morning with two Christmas kittens! They were hoping for a new camera and more zoo animals, so were quite impressed with their gifts. The current favorites for the names are Jingle and Bell!

Charlie is doing well with her new pets also. She's trying to keep them herded in the family room, which is keeping her very busy!

Christmas morning

I was up and ready to start my day at 4:00 am, but James wouldn't let me wake up anyone else. I had to wait until 7 am! I snuck into the boys' room at 6:45 to reset their clock for 7:01; I couldn't wait ANY longer!

When I said, "Merry Christmas! It's time to open presents!," Rudy groaned and grumbled, "Fine..." Love the enthusiasm!

Christmas Eve

Family Pictures

Had to snap a few pictures on one of the few days a year when everyone is dressed up and at least sort of willing to stand still for a picture...