On Saturday night, we went to the Parade of Lights in downtown Tulsa. The forecast was 60 and clear for the day. But then take into account the Wind Advisory we were under all day, and you get hats and gloves and blankets for the parade. (It was still 57 degrees by 7pm, but we were bundled!)
Enjoying their 2nd Parade of Lights
Cheesing.
And excited about the firetrucks and the horses and the dogs and especially the bands.
You can't tell by the pictures, but Kiefer did enjoy the parade. He would sit and watch each float/band/group in front of us, and then as soon as they passed, he would say "more, more." (with tears in his eyes from the stinking wind)
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We celebrated Abi's birthday on Sunday, so she gave presents to the boys (and me!) since we won't be here for Christmas. I didn't get any pictures, but they got lots and play food and dishes for their new kitchen that Santa said they are getting this year. Shhh!
Rachel and Kirsten came last night to exchange gifts, also. Reagan and Kiefer are definitely getting used to this present-opening-thing. Now, if Donnie can just get used to the trying-to-open-a-single-toy-that-is-connected-to-the-box-by-27-plastic-ties-thing, we'll be all set.
Helping daddy open his new cologne.
Educational and noisy toys from the aunts! :)
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I head up the Pastoral Care at our church, and this year it is my duty privilege to buy gifts for the staff, their spouses and their children. Only 30 people. No big deal. I mean, between taking care of the boys, working, cleaning the house in 10 minute increments, and my own shopping and preparing for the holidays, I have plenty of time for this. I am making time, and I'm actually enjoying it. I got the ladies and girls (mostly) done today and it was a lot of fun. I could have done gift cards and been done in an hour, but it will be fun for them to open actual presents. And its fun for me to play Santa with someone else's money (while still on a budget, of course!!) and bless others with thoughtful and fun gifts.
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