A Good Weekend

On Saturday morning, we had a great time at Stacey's work's facility tour and family Christmas party.

Stace has been at his current job nearly eight years, and for those years, what happens beyond the lobby doors has been a mystery to us all. I mean, we know Daddy works and he works hard, but we didn't even know what his office looks like. We three girls were very happy to finally visit Stace at work and check out his office and the big machinery.

Then, the party continued a couple of blocks away at the Ice Station. For a nominal fee, we all had lunch, ice skating and a gift from Santa. Such a great day!

Cora was very excited about the skating - she hadn't bee on the ice since February. She used the practice bars at first, to hold onto while she got her bearings. But then she was off on her own, doing quite well.

Part of the rink was sectioned off, and there was snow for playing with and throwing at friends (and enemies).

Violet wasn't thrilled about meeting Mr. Claus. She did like her gift, however: a plush Minnie Mouse doll. Cora received a Disney princess light-up wand.

We spent the rest of the weekend preparing our home for Christmas, with lights and the indoor decor.
On Sunday evening, we walked down to the annual Christmas Tree lighting event at the hospital with Genia and her children.

After admiring the lights and playing in the leaves, we all had chili at Genia and John's. It was a great weekend.