THE ANDERSON CREW

Drew had an adventurous and memorable birthday this year. Three days before his birthday he was practicing "cool" tricks while jumping off his bed. Unfortunately, after one of his performances...he landed sideways on his foot and let our a huge wail! Being the sport that he is...he really did not complain much about the pain. However, after hopping around the house for a few days...we decided we better get it checked out. Sure enough he had two breaks in his foot and needed a cast. We were all bummed for the next day, his birthday, we were leaving for a long awaited week long trip to Disney World.

Here he is opening lots of cool gift the day before Disney.

Drew's cast actually ended up being a blessing in disguise. When we got to Disney he qualified as a "handicapped person." So, we got to jump to the front of the line for most of the rides! Yes, that part was wonderful!

Lots of fun opening "Dora presents"!

The flipping puppy from her cousins was a big hit!

Of course the party would not be complete without a Dora cake!

Happy 3rd Birthday Annascott!

We love you!

When it comes to birthdays...our family has some special traditions. Some have been passed down from the Emmrich generation. :) One is that the kitchen gets decorated with streamers and balloons the night before someones birthday. Also before that child can come downstairs to see the kitchen decorated and their presents...they have to break through the "birthday streamer!" So, here is Annascott doing just that!

This year it was a Dora birthday. All the kids colored her Dora coloring page and made her a story book.

This was the cupcake she picked out to eat with her Daddy.

It was huge! Check out all that frosting!

We sure did get spoiled with some fun snow this January.

AND IT TASTED GREAT!

 

We also enjoyed some time with our special friends in the neighborhood.

Here is Drew with his best buddy Benjamin.

 

Why is it so hard to get a "normal" smile?

Staying warm on the front porch drinking some yummy hot cocoa after a long day of play!

This year we spent Christmas day with the Anderson side of the family.

Here is Annascott checking out her new sleeping bag. I guess she will now officially join the crew for the overnight camping trips. Now, I have not excuse to "stay behind." :(


The boys with their new Lego reading lights!

Arts and crafts are her specialties! The Lord has really blessed her with the gift of creativity. 

 

Happy Birthday Jesus!