My friend Jill and I decided to sign our 4 boys up for a shift ringing a bell for the Salvation Army before Christmas. We decided to split a 2 hour shift because we weren’t sure how well the kids would do for 2 full hours. I think it was a good call. Matthew was completely disinterested after about 15 minutes and Ian struggled until we turned it into a game (“can we collect $5 more before time runs out?”)
I have to say, using kids to ring the bell is a good tactic. People really responded well to them and (I think) were more likely to donate. LOL
Matthew has gorgeous eyelashes. Its hard to get a picture that shows how pretty they are…this was the best I could come up with.
Is it weird to be jealous of your 5 year old’s eyelashes? LOL
In early December, Mike and Ian had something going on for Cub Scouts so Matthew and I chilled at home. I found him pooped out on the couch like this. Nothing better than a nap on the couch on a lazy Sunday afternoon.
We got another great tree this year!
We also decided to get a fresh wreath this year!
And all decorated:
