Peter and the Wolf

Tonight Kassie's 2nd grade class put on a cute production of Peter and the Wolf. Kassie got to play the cat. She looks so cute dressed up in her orange cat outfit that Grandma Shawna made for her!

The class did 2 shows, so all the kids could play a part. I only recorded the first one which Kassie was in, but unfortunately I'm having a real hard time posting it. If I get it to work, I will add it later. But, they all did such a great job! Afterward, the class posed for photos, asked and answered questions about the play. It was so much fun!

Feliz Navidad

Okay. The following is Madeline wishing everyone a Merry Christmas by singing her rendition of "Feliz Navidad, a capella." Too Cute!

Oh Christmas Tree

Well we did it. We successfully got our Christmas tree up, and it is a stunner. We all helped in decorating the tree, while drinking hot cocoa and enjoying some wonderful almond cookies. Below I have posted some pics of us while we were busy fixing it up.

Here, I think Madeline is daydreaming of a White Christmas.

Daddy helping his baby girl gently put the ornaments on the tree.

Kassie really enjoyed helping!

Sydney and the santa hat. Gotta love it!

They even captured a pic with me decorating, too.

And here is our beautiful tree in all her glory.

I leave you with the annual family picture in front of the Christmas tree.

Merry Christmas!

The Adventures in Christmas Tree Hunting

Today, as in years past, we went to our favorite Christmas tree farm to pick out our Christmas tree.

When we got there we walked around for a while, taking in all the beautiful trees.

Kassie and Parker were checking out the scenery.

Not long after, we found our tree.

Sydney wanted to have the honor of cutting it down this year, so Andy got her started. Then she went to town on it, sawing it the rest of the way down.

Go Sydney, go! It really is a beautiful tree.

We then brought it back to our car, and we loaded it up for our journey home. I love this tradition we have, and I'm sure when the girls get older, they will remember these days and cherish the memories, as I do so very much. I'll post the pics when we get it up with all the lights on it, which is what we are about to do now.

Happy Thanksgiving 09

Happy Thanksgiving from the Happy Ketter Family!

Turkey day went off without a hitch! Great food and great family & friends to share it with. My favorite holiday of all. I am so thankful for everything I have. I am truly blessed.

So, the girls every year get to pull the wishbone and see who gets to make a wish.

Here they are before they break it.

And the winner is...... Kassie!!!! Her first win! I wonder what she wished for?

Well, I hope you all had a wonderful Thanksgiving with your friends and loved ones!

Now Starring.... Miss Madeline

Just.Play.This

The girls were playing and we were listening to music when the following happened.

As soon as I realized what she was doing I grabbed my camera and took this video. Isn't it precious!?! I thought so, but maybe that's just the mom in me! :) She's gonna be a *STAR*!

2009 School Pictures

You know, I just realized that half of the month of November has gone by and I haven't posted anything this month. I guess I've just been in a dazed state lately. I haven't been on the computer as much. But, I am getting prepared for the holidays that are fast approaching. I am really looking forward to Thanksgiving. It is my favorite holiday. I love family, and that is the one time a year we can all get together as a big group. Plus, it helps that I love cooking and since I host the big feast at my house, I get to cook.... A LOT!!!! Did I mention I love this holiday? :)

Also, about a month ago, the girls got their school pictures back. I think they turned out great this year. Enjoy!

Sydney Alexis - 5th Grade

Kassandra Denyce - 2nd Grade

Madeline Grace - Kindergarten