Apparently the bus transports livestock as well. I don't recall smiling that much when ever I traveled by bus.
Buddy took note of how much fun the boys were having with the Nativity and decided to make a visit. Look out Buddy! You are well within Eric's reach. After all, look what happened to Superman.
Buddy watch: Buddy is still staying up high out of reach. UL, how long does it take for you to find him in this picture?
Buddy update: High up on the shelf.
Buddy update: Buddy was found peeking out of the mixer. He had better move before Aaron makes his next batch of chocolate chip cookies. Buddy is happy to report that his sources in California are saying that UL is being very good this year.
Nicholas says, "Hi and Happy Almost Merry Christmas!" Carter and Eric say, "Hi" too.
I thought this was a neat game idea. "Santa" was written on cards in various languages then the kids were to associate the cards with the appropriate country. Nicholas got it right!!!
Eric has taken a liking to playing the piano. I attempted several times to keep him from playing a tune, distracting the other children. Finally I gave up and took his picture. Should I tell him that neither one of his parents has a lick of musical talent?
Here are the missionaries enjoying some of the presents the kids brought for them. It is neat to see the sincere smiles on the faces of these young men. The tree was decorated with the ornaments the children had made earlier. 
This is a new book. It's about the Twelve Days of Christmas and you have to find and count the objects for each day. It is a fun book that is helping teach the younger boys counting.
Nicholas used is own money and bought the book Christmas Tree at the school book fair yesterday. He said he bought it for our family to read. Isn't he sweet! The book is about using your imagination and thinking what it would be to become a Christmas Tree.
Umm...Eric "Zoolander" has been battling the hair flu. We're expecting a full recovery. As if the hair wasn't enough to laugh about, I just realized that he is brushing his teeth with Carter's toothbrush.
Defender of the galaxy by day, crimefighter by night. It is Buzz-man....or is it Bat-buzz? Either way, it is just too cute.
We really enjoyed spending the day together.
Carter is using a tape measure to see how tall the tree will be.
Nicholas is obviously his father's son. On Dasher, on Dancer, on Prancer...on Grumpy?
I just love the look of wonder and excitement in the boys' eyes.
Here is Clone Trooper Carter standing at attention. Just look at that form!
Sheriff Nicholas displaying his trusty six-shooter. Go get'em cowboy!
Eric was an adorable Buzz. He kept pushing the laser button on the left sleeve of his outfit.
Trunk or Treat was fun. The boys had an enjoyable evening.
After eating yummy pancakes we headed out to Flower Mound. The weather was so nice and the pumpkin patch was busy. They had hay rides, bounce houses, train ride, and mazes.
I like this picture.
Eric was thrilled to be near his current favorite cartoon character Buzz Lightyear!
Look the lion got my hand. Funny kid.
Say cheese!
The Backyardigans is another favorite for Eric.
Hmmm, which one do I want?
Okay, I'm happy. I got what I wanted.
That big bag of kettle popcorn lasted 2 days. It was so yummy! Aaron, Carter, Eric and I did help Nick polish off that popcorn. On the way home we grabbed some lunch and went to the park. It is one of our favorite.
Now it's time to go home and relax. Aaron later went outside to mow the lawn and the kids played on their scooter. Eric had his lawn mower and was following right behind Aaron. I did some cleaning inside of my car. We then ordered pizza for dinner and watched Young Frankenstein together as a family. I had forgotten how funny that movie was.