A play date & a Christmas party

All bundled up to go play!

Nolan bundled too, yes he's front facing.... and loves it.

Nolan and his buddy Carson

They are almost the same size and Nolan's 3 months older, Carson is one big boy!

Norah and one of her bestest friends Alissa. Little princesses.

Daddy's work Christmas party, playin some football. Kinda :)

And it's Norah's turn with the ball (my little athlete)!

I absolutely love the winter weather we've been having, and am excited about the potential for a white Christmas. Yesterday we had a play date at my good friend Holly's house with her and her kiddo's. It was lots of fun, us mom's had a good time visiting while the kids entertained each other. Later that afternoon after the Nolan's nap we headed down to Casey's work for his Christmas party. It was a fun time too and was nice to be able to meet and visit with his co-workers. Casey's boss got the football out and the kids had fun taking turns playing with it. It was a fun, long day and I was really ready for a good nights sleep.

Northwest Trek field trip

Norah, Ruby and Violet in front of the moose statue.

Her poor little nose is already red and we haven't even started the walk yet!

Trying hard to see the animals hiding from the rain, this was the lynx exhibit and you could just barely see them.

Gettin out of the rain for a few minutes before going on the tram ride.

A herd of elk seen from the tram, there is only one boy in there for all those girls!

Bald eagle up close!

Norah posing :)

Norah blew on her hot chocolate so hard it splattered all over her face.
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Today Norah's preschool class had a field trip to Northwest trek. It was a really good time, but the weather was kind of a bummer. I am really glad I decided to leave Nolan at home with my Dad because he would have been miseralble. Thanks Dad! Despite the rain we were still able to see lots of the animals. We saw the most on the tram ride. There were elk, deer, bison, goats and 5 very large moose! The tram ride was Norah's favorite part, and some of the animals were only feet away from the tram. We will definantly be heading back when the weather is a bit nicer :)

Pictures with Santa

Today we went to the mall and got pictures taken with Santa! It was fun, and the kids did really good. Nolan had a smile on his face in all 25 pictures that were taken. Norah was a bit distracted some of the time but did manage to smile for the camera (a little).

11 months already ?!?!

It is hard to believe that in one short month my precious little baby will be a one year old little boy! Where has the last 11 months gone? I'm not really sure but, I know they've been busy and filled with lots of good memories, fun times and lots and lots of cuddles, hugs and kisses. I just love this little guy so much :)

Did you bring my swimsuit ?

Today me and the kids had a date with Auntie Sarah! We went to the waterfront for a walk and a little play time on the beach and then to lunch at the Ram. Before we left I had told Norah we were going to see the big water and play on the beach. She had a hard time on the way there separating the water and the beach from swimming, and she must have asked me at least a dozen times "did you bring my swimsuit?" Turns out she didn't need her swimsuit to go swimming, she just went in rain boots, socks, pants and all. She only got in to the top of her boots before Sarah rescued her. Norah didn't even mind being wet and cold she had fun anyway. And Nolan had lots of fun too. His favorite part eating rocks and sand, what a boy!

Me and the kids
(who cares if I'm the only one looking at the camera)

Auntie Sarah and Nolan

Norah, takin a walk

I think this was just before she went for her little dip :)

Nolan, watching the waves

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The lesson I learned today, bring extra clothes for the 3 year old too, not just the baby. You would think I would know this by now!!!

Happy Thanksgiving

From the Suetta Family

We hope that everyone had as good of a Thanksgiving as we had yesterday! We Had a relaxing morning. Spent some time getting ready and cooking in the early afternoon, and then went over to my Dad's for dinner and dessert. Dinner was delicious! We had so many yummy holiday dishes. My Dad barbecued a Turkey and it was great, we also had some really good ham and too many other things to name. There were equally as many good desserts to end the night with. I am so thankful for all of my family and friends and the good times we get to spend together!

Preschool Artwork !

A sample of the artwork for the last few weeks!

Abstract

I think this one is paint from a dropper onto a coffee filter, they get creative.

Painting wood shapes, always fun!

Stars?

Real nails, nailed with a real hammer into Styrofoam.

My little Picasso :)

It amazes me how much artwork one little 3 year old can do at preschool, 2 times a week for only 2 hours at a time. I cannot possibly save all of her precious paintings, drawings, doodles and creations, so I have decided to only keep a select few and periodically take pictures of all of it so She and I will always remember it. The artwork in this post is only from the last few weeks and is missing the 5 to 6 pieces hanging on the refrigerator and the ones that may have not made it out of my car yet! Her creativity is really blossoming and she is starting to draw some representational things, like bears(this is what she calls them). About 2 weeks ago she started drawing bears. She draws a big circle 4 extremities (lines coming out of the circle) and eyes and a mouth, they are so cute! Anyway enjoy the imagination of a 3 year old.