Snow White on Parade

We finished off our trip to Illinois with a small-town Christmas parade featuring the theme, "Snow White and the Seven Dwarves." The parade was a hit with all parties, and fortunately the rain held off just until we were headed back to our cars.

Turkey Day 2011

We have had an excellent time celebrating Thanksgiving in Illinois this year. First there was the tasty turkey dinner Thursday, served at noon for optimum afternoon relaxation, then the sunny Friday of outside fun topped off with frosted sugar cookies. We still have about a day left here, but below you will find photographic evidence of our already logged good times.

Newborn Santa hat

My latest creation - this one is in newborn sizing. I am considering holding it for ransom until I receive advance knowledge of the intended baby's proposed names. Then again, maybe the holidays will work their magic and lead me to a more generous mood, say by December 11?

First snow

Troy lined up the usual suspects yesterday while they were playing in this winter's first snow. It turns out our hills that were buggers to sod are just right for sledding. 

Apple hat photo

Yep, I made this! Nope, I can't believe it either!

Fwd: Todd and kids

Todd made us all one of his specialties this morning. Give me an Mmmmmmm for monkey bread! 

Sleepy roadtrippers

I had a quiet ride home from Duluth today, especially with Darby who fell asleep on the way up Thompson Hill, basically in the middle of saying how NOT tired he was. Zada made it all the way to North Branch, where the sun really started slanting into the car. I'll admit it - I was jealous. Wait! It's Sunday and I'm already home. Oh hello, NASCAR nap!