Morning Coffee and Crayons: 2011

Christmas, as always was so busy this year. Its my favorite time and I love going all out when it comes to decorating and celebrating. This year we had 9 Christmas Trees (large and small) all crammed in our little house. The trees and the lights always make it feel so cozy around here. I guess I feel like I have to over compensate especially since the temp has not gone below 75 degrees. This year Christmas eve and Christmas Day were both 80-85 degrees. My poor boys didn't get to wear their special outfits (sweaters and cords) so I had to think quick and find something short sleeves that looks kind of Christmassy. They still wore their cords but they were sweaty all night. Florida tries but I miss the cold snowy Christmases that I grew up with. Poor Xzavier has never seen snow but he gets so excited when he sees it on the TV. Maybe one day we will make it up north for the Holidays.

Our Pre Lit Christmas Tree (already missing some lights) :(

Trevor putting up our little tree scene with some help from the kids.

The kids tree. They can decorate and un-decorate as much as they want. Just say away form Mom's trees.

Outside Lights

We got some many compliments on our tree. Great Job Trevor!

Wooden Sleighs were our Christmas Craft "Gift" this year.

Xzavier loved getting some fresh air on the porch while painting.

Such a Goof!

It was a large job.

We each painted a little bit.

Then we added Sparkles. Always a good way to cover any imperfection.

Then we glued some Holiday Pine Cone Bunches inside to add some flare.

They really turned out great and everyone enjoyed them.

Homemade Cookies and Fudge for Trevor's Cookie Exchange at work.

Painting a fun Dollar Store mask.

Great Job Liam.

Good Job Xzavier

Wonderful Creations!

$1 = Fun for Days

The Reindeer Mascaraed

Who's Behind Mask #1

Who's Behind Mask #2

Largo Park Crafts

Our yearly meeting with the DiMarco's


This one is for Grandpa Dave. When we visit his house we are always greeted by pink flamingos in his yard. They make it feel like home.

Careful! You make mom nervous.

Cute Baby! Right before he puked all over and we had to leave... Teething, I suspect was the culprit. Its always an adventure.


SNOW in FLORIDA!! Yep, a local park brought in some snow to make a sled riding hill and a small patch for the kids to play on.

None of the kids really knew what to do.

"I wish I could Sled Ride." :(

Get ready Buddy!

Xzavier's first sled ride... He loved it.

Dad's Turn

Weeeee! So much fun!

WoW! Snow!!!

Lennox is always escaping the stroller.

Watching some sled riders.

"I want to go over there."

Poor Lennox got hit with a snow ball. Some teens were having a bit too much fun and Lennox got caught in the cross fire.

At the Mall waiting for Santa

"I want Toy Story 3 Collectables for Christmas."

Handsome Boy

X was actually allowed to ride the train at the mall. A special Christmas Treat. This is something I don't want to make a habit out of and you know how fast they form.