January goings-on

Yes, this is what it's come to at our house. Until Jude can figure out how to climb down from the bricks, they will be blocked.

Jude's favorite place in the kitchen. He empties the cabinet and then scoots around with a strainer or a lid---funny stuff.

Ben's snow angel

yes, our almost 2 inches of snow caused 2 snow days here in the south....SIGH

such serious faces....

cute little nose

My handsome Ben in his new duds from Grandma Jackie. It's finally preschool day---whew!! Hooray for the spring semester! Just think, next semester is KINDERGARTEN. I'm going to drink a lot of cokes that day.

Jude was playing so quietly and we finally figured out where he was....in the car box! He's quite the entertainer.

Wimberley Christmas

What?
Ben opening Jude's gifts.

Jude isn't going to learn to walk in Springfield....too many snugglers :-)

GUYS!

Sweet Lucy, our Santa Dog.

My mom's look is so funny. I take it she doesn't believe a word of what Jake is saying!!

These flashlights run by the wind....or is it by winding them? funny conversation

retro tablecloth for mom

ready for summer! washer game tourney time

Jude's favorite spot.

Christmas dinner: sushi, spring rolls, fried rice, fun drinks, and perfect company

Jude loved dinner and was very talkative.

Christmas morning Ben opening his stocking. So much chocolate just about put him over the edge!

A sled!!

Jude talking to the talking Pooh Bear. He was hilarious!

Jude scooted his Little People plane all over the house.

Ben and I warming up in front of the fire before going up to Gran's for more Christmas cheer.

Jude's Santa suite BARELY fit. We couldn't button the back at all. He endured the pictures :-)

A horsey!!!!!!!!!!!

new camera for me---wahoo! there's no escaping my gifts and talents---he he

Gran made a quilt for Jude! It's fantastic!

Stratman Christmas

Ruthie and Ben opening their view-finders. They had so much fun!

Ben and Ruthie had SO MUCH FUN playing together. They became fast friends playing in Grandma Jackie's TV room.

Jude and Ruthie---so cute.

WWF Uncle Nate style

bringing the hammer down

severe tickle torcher

Aunt Bee SPOILED our kiddos

Grandma Jackie getting some Ellie snuggles.

See, I told you Aunt Bee spoiled the kids. These cookies were originally as big as their faces!

Break the Bank

A new generation of counters...

Nate hosting the Gable trivia game.

Cindy, Scott, Evan, and Tara made a delicious ball park dinner for us.