merry christmas

Despite Lucy disobeying Santa's song by pouting and crying [well, screaming was really more like it], he still came to town, and was very good to her.

Hope Santa was good to you too!

party with the cousins

Lucy loves this standing business. As you can see, her true Irish side is showing — they all look like they are bellied-up to the bar having a chat and a cookie.

Vivi, Lucy, and Henry are having great craic at Grampy's.

evil santa?

No wonder the triplets are upset — just look at this guy!

not yet?

Only 5 more days, Lucy.

ho ho oh no

After waiting in line for well over 1.5 hours at the Burlington Mall to see the real Santa [not just one of his helpers like at the other malls], Lucy finally got to sit on Santa's lap. Lucy screamed for the whole 8 seconds she was on his lap — for this, Santa rewarded her with a candy cane.

Poor little Lucy — maybe a smile next year . . .

Happy Birthday, Claire Mary McGowan!

no batteries required

We have a new angel for the top of our Christmas tree.

Energy-efficient and cute to boot!

20 more days . . .

Lucy is getting excited for Christmas. Today she hung her ornament on her very first Christmas tree.

babies are cute

Lucy had a nice visit from her friend, Max [and his Mom]. Although Max is only 5 weeks old, Lucy loved talking to him and would squeal and laugh when he cooed. She also liked looking at him and kept trying to touch his face [easy].

Lucy did get a little territorial when Mommy held him too long.