He's walking!!!

Matthew has been taking a few steps at a time (2-5) for about a month now, but today, he got brave and off he went!  He still prefers to crawl since it gets him where he wants to go much more quickly, but...he's off!  Life (once again) will never be the same :-)

Animal crackers for the Kappas

I bought these animal crackers for Matthew the other day having no idea that they were all owls. They immediately made me think of all the wonderful Kappas in my life, and how lucky I am to have such wonderful women in my life. I miss my Kappas!

Love from home

We got the last round (we think) of Christmas cards in the mail last week, so our fridge is complete for the season :-). We loved getting cards from so many of our friends back home - and getting a lot of the in January was great for prolonging the holiday spirit!!! It really helped us feel like we were still connected during our first holiday season here in Lucerne. Thank you everybody!!!

First day of ski school

Here they are, hitting the slopes!

Renting skis

The boys start ski school next week, so today we took them to rent their first skis. They were so cute trying on the boots ("They feel funny!") and they loved picking out their helmets, goggles, etc. We're so excited for them to learn to ski, yet another amazing experience here in Switzerland!

Meeting Santa

Matthew met Santa on Saturday...he was mesmorized, not sure what to make of him, and then seemed to relax.  Just wait until he realizes the goodies Santa brings... :-) 

Who are you?!?!

OK, maybe this guy is OK...

The eternal attempt to get 3 children smiling and looking at the camera.

Our Elf is back!

Our Elf, Sprinkle, has returned!  He was sitting up on our dining room light when we came downstairs this morning. The boys are SO excited!!!  (Here's hoping he has the hoped for effect on them!). 
Nathan has been VERY concerned that Sprinkle and Santa wouldn't be able to find us here in Switzerland, so Santa sent a note with Sprinkle to reassure him. 
Sprinkle also arrived bearing Lego and Mega Blok advent calendars :-) 
Let the Christmas season begin!