As mentioned, our photo and video updating took a hit when we changed to a joint desk and joint computer.  Our processes still aren’t quite aligned, but for the first time in a long time, here are some videos – from four months ago.  My, the kids look young!

Joseph really enjoyed blowing out the candles on the advent wreath, albeit with scant success.  We have take 1, take 2, and take 3 for the first candle, and another attempt at Christmas.  Vivienne also got into the spirit.

But before the gifts are opened, cookies must be baked, the table decorated, and gifts prepared.  Vivienne opens a present, and Joseph says thank you – but the real thanks lie in the enthusiastic playing with the dice received.  They remain a favorite, four months later.  Christmas at the grandparents’ offers the opportunity for Joseph to write numbers with his great-great-aunt and learn a new game from her.

Besides Christmas excitement, there are plenty of other “regular” noteworthy moments.  Joseph and Vivienne synchro sleep; Vivienne makes music; Joseph writes eights, over and over; Joseph makes a fashion statement; Joseph plays with his States puzzle; Vivienne plays and sings along with the noisy book, and Vivienne climbs in and out of Bappe’s lap with her new Snoopy dog.

After all that, it’s time to say goodbye.