First Snowfall

 

East Sandusky Bay MetroPark

 

Before heading home, we stopped off at the East Sandusky Bay MetroPark for a quick hike.

Great Wolf Lodge

Great Wolf Lodge in Sandusky was the perfect one-night getaway. We played at the waterpark, ordered pizza, stopped by the arcade, visited the gift shop, and watched a show that surprised us with indoor snow.

Christmas Tree

 

We cut down a white pine at Christmas Tree Junction on Willey Rd. in Delaware. This was our first time at this tree farm, and we enjoyed talking to the owner, a retiree. He only had white pines for sale, so that made decision making simple.

Thanksgiving

 

We're thankful Grandma Lovie was discharged from the hospital Wednesday night. We were able to take Thanksgiving lunch to her and Grandpa.

Play-doh

 

Emerson loves playing with Play-doh and making "ginger men".

We Made Pie

 

Early Thanksgiving

It's a good thing Matthew enhanced his patio this summer! We enjoyed an early Thanksgiving & were fortunate to have decent weather. Thanks for hosting, Matt and Molly.

 

Birthday Outing

 

We enjoyed lunch at North Star Café on Saturday to celebrate my 42nd birthday. Before heading home, we stopped by Alum Creek Dam...burr. As you can see, Emerson was not thrilled to slow down for a photo.

Congrats, Winnie!

 

Sadly, Ms. Alex had to give up being Winnie's piano teacher. She took on a full-time teaching position with Columbus City Schools. But, we were very glad to find Winnie's new teacher - Ms. Winnie! After just one week, Winnie was #1 on the elementary leaderboard (practice is timed and tracked by an app).

Also, Winnie's third grade yearbook arrived a few weeks ago. Her drawing was selected as featured art in the yearbook! What a nice surprise after a long wait.

Imaginary Friends

 

Emerson's imaginary friends became visible and visited tonight. Say hello to Kendo/Bendo (Winnie) and Trondo (Kit).

Together

 

Grandpa's 60th Birthday

 

Grandpa got his birthday wish: mom got off of the ventilator today. Progress! We had him over for lasagna and cake. Matt & Molly dropped in to celebrate, too.