Winter Weather Whamy

We were back out on the snowmobiles this past weekend. For me, it had been quite a long time as last winter I was pregnant with Bright. As you know, there's a lot of snow here in Michigan. So much snow that even the snowmobiles got stuck. You know that doesn't happen often.

Our drive home from Up North on Sunday was rough and took nearly twice the time, but it was actually the worst in Holland. We made it home only to find our driveway drifted over. Jon did some digging and we busted through only to get stuck in a huge drift a few feet from the garage door. Oh well, at least we made it that far.

Jon spent the next two hours plowing the driveway in blizzard conditions, and he's still kinda smiling. His beard is iced over here and his clothes are literally frozen. Our tractor is really getting a workout too, as we've already had to replace two broken parts.

We did get together with the Raterinks despite the weather to celebrate my mom's birthday (Happy Birthday Mom!). Not much to do in this weather unless you really have a reason to get out, so we've resorted to opening presents early. Anybody else?

First Mischief

He's Huge!

Our son is huge. We have learned that over and over again this week. We started out at the doctor's office for his six month appointment even though he's already quite close to seven months. Brighton is again in the 90th percentile; he's a very big boy: 20 pounds & 9 ounces, 28 inches long, and a 45.7 head cirumference. We've also been out and about quite a bit this week running into other babies and toddlers. These interactions have confirmed countless times that Bright is a tank.

We've had a couple of firsts this past week too. We went to Russ' with Brighton for dinner Saturday night - just the three of us. He sat in a high chair and ate his food there while Jon and I had a four course meal for $23. You know you're parents when you rediscover how great Russ' is. The food and service were both wonderful, and more importantly we really felt like we were living it up.

Lastly, we made a Christmas ornament of Bright's hand print - not as easy as I expected, but it's finished and now hanging on the tree.

Holiday Tunes

We love Christmas music over here at the Walcott House. Bright is even learning to get excited when he hears music, so we spend even more time then ever listening to holiday tunes. We love the classic carols, but we have also come to love some other songs too. Here are just a few great holiday songs that you might not be aware of. Take a look and a listen if you wish.

Labor of Love by Andrew Peterson

Christmas at Denny's by Randy Stonehill

Sing Mary, Sing by Jennifer Knapp

Love Came Down at Christmas by Jars of Clay

You Gotta Get Up by Rich Mullins

Christmas in My Heart by By The Tree
(My absolute favorite! Click on the song title to listen.)


What holiday songs have you come to love at your house?