Christmas photos

There were many happy moments this Christmas but there are a few notable snapshots here we would like to share.

First off, it is interesting that of all the presents Beth and Elliott received, this box filled with pink popcorn provided the most entertainment and caused the biggest mess.

Second, we never noticed how much Beth looked like Cindy Lu Who until we watched the Grinch Who Stole Christmas on our entirely too large television (just so you know, I bought this against my better judgement. We've decided to try keeping the economy going). Notice how she is naked lying on the play table. She strips down every evening just when it reaches the coldest part of the day.

Third, we are very grateful that Elliott has not outgrown his ski helmet because he has outgrown everything else meaning that getting him equipped to go skiing will further support our economy.

Fourth, Elliott has taken on a new shape to his face giving testament to the fact that he has grown an awful lot in the past year. Beth, thankfully, has decided she likes eating and for the past month has packed on a few pounds. My guess is she will hit 26 pounds by the time of her three-year check up. When I picked her up yesterday, I could honestly say that she felt like a substantial child in my arms. Still not he size of a typical three-year-old but actually feeling like she wouldn't blow away with the next gust of wind.

Fifth and most important, we feel like the luckiest people in the world. We will make no predictions about the economy or world peace or health for 2009. We will just be happy and thankful to God for each good moment we have.