Day 356

It's going to be a Very, Merry Christmas!

Day 355

This afternoon we took the girls to see The Nutcracker Ballet performed by the NC School of the Arts.  This is the third year that we have attended, and it is a wonderful tradition.

We enjoyed a delicious lunch beforehand, and then we headed downtown.  Everyone looked so wonderful dressed up! The girls are just beautiful, and they behaved so well.

I love that this is a tradition that helps to honor Emma's Russian heritage!

Day 354

Baking for the neighbors

Day 353

Throwback Thursday

One of my all time favorite photos…just so genuine!

Day 352

Emma brought home the ornament she made in art class.  It has her name and 2013 engraved on the back!  This will be a favorite for years to come!

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Today was the big day!  Brendan got his braces!!!

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It's beginning to look a lot like CHRISTMAS!