St. Nicks Stocking

Sonia really enjoyed her filled stocking. She was really curious when I showed her that one of the Christmas stockings on the mantle was full. Then, when I took it down and gave it to her, she dug right in. She managed to pull all the pieces of the Little People Christmas train out and has had fun with them ever since... definitely a fun holiday moment (even though we were both sick that day with Strep throat, a sinus infection for me, and a possible ear infection for Sonia). Luckily, we both recovered quickly and are feeling well now!!

Anyway, here's some "action" pictures of the fun

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Cute pictures are harder than they seem...

I tried to capture some cute pictures of Sonia in her holiday dress by the Christmas tree. She is so mobile these days that she "ran" out of most of the pictures or turned her head or frowned. After trying for a while, I was definitely ready to leave the picture taking to the professionals. We had an appointment Monday for holiday photos - they turned out well and MUCH better than my attempts!

Anyway, here's a glimpse of my holiday girl!

Thanksgiving!

I had a wonderful Thanksgiving with Sonia and my parents. I am definitely so THANKFUL for the blessing of being Sonia's Mom.

Mom outdid herself (as always) with the meal. The one change was that we ate together in the kitchen so that I could relax with Sonia eating on the tile floor instead of carpeted dining room!

It was fun and Sonia enjoyed some of her favorite foods... especially the butternut squash and potatoes!

Sonia's cute little Thanksgiving plate -