This is how Sami spent her Christmas morning. She opened the first gift from our wonderful sitter, Manisha, and she sang her heart out while the rest of us dove into the pile.
Lauren asked Santa for doll clothes and toys. Here she is unwrapping a beauty shop chair.
My gift to Brandon was a short ski trip. Needless to say, he was a little surprised, especially since I've never been skiing. Unfortunately, we both got sick and had to postpone the trip. We're looking forward to it in February though!
My parents got Sami this little coupe. What a great big sister...pushing her little baby around. 
Lauren got this American Girl from Nana and Papa. She and Ruthie have matching pajamas thanks to my Grandma Garrott.
Joe, Susan, Debbie, Robin, and Dana visited Cincinnati for a few days. We all went downtown to Via Vite for dinner one night. It's become one of our favorite places.
Here's another favorite...Toots! Who doesn't like fried dill pickle chips, free hot dogs, and video games?
My sweet Lauren.
We also visited the Children's Museum during the break. Here they are suspending a ball in a gust of wind.
Our little construction workers. I'm sure we could apply these skills to yard work too. We'll find out in the spring!
Sami spent about 30 minutes going up and down these stairs by herself. "Self Mom! Self!"
The water area was a huge hit. The aprons kept their tops dry, but their pants and shoes were soaked for the ride home. It was well worth it.
"Look Mom! It went down the waterfall!"
