Emily LOVES “Chunks” although she refers to him as “the white rat”. Thanks to Christian’s dad! She carries him around with her everywhere she goes and even sleeps with it.

Samantha & Matthew came over on Christmas Eve and Samantha was giving Chunks a “makeover” as she called it.

Emily received a very cool Disney Little Mermaid Vanity complete with stool from Samantha & Matthew for Christmas. She really enjoyed playing with it. It even talks.

Matthew, Samantha & Emily in front of the tree. Max refused to cooperate, probably due to sugar overload!

This was the best photo I got of the kids in front of the tree! None of them are looking at me! Oh well. Max & Emily are wearing last year’s version of Sandy’s holiday pajama design with Santa Claus & wreaths. Matthew & Samantha are wearing the 2009 Smiling Snowmen design by Sandy.

Emily enjoying her vanilla bean ice cream (right before bed). Smart parents that we are!

Steve reading “Twas the Night Before Christmas”. He is obviously holding their attention for at least a few seconds … the rest of the time was pretty chaotic.

Samantha shows Emily part of the vanity set