The Powells Place: November 2012

Christmas Tree Extravaganza!

Picking out our tree this year was amazing. We went back to the man who we bought our tree from the past two years. The first tree we saw when we walked on the lot is the tree we chose (of course we had to walk around to make sure, but we came back to go old #1!). The boys sat for a milisecond so I couldn't get a picture of both of them together, such is life! We had a good day putting up our Christmas decorations, having breakfast for dinner and then decorating the tree. With each new ornament Samuel placed on the tree he said, "yay, I did it. Look, mommy, there are a lot of ornaments on here. Can we turn the lights of now and look at the tree?" So after about 15 minutes of decorating it was finally complete and we all sat under and around the tree admiring our good work! Now the challenge-keep Charlie's hands off!

I am getting a new camera for Christmas, can't wait for good, crisp images-this is so blurry and it is the most important! The angel was on my grandparents tree for 60 years and my grandmother gave it to me when Ryan and I got married!

Thanksgiving Feast Preschool Style

Samuel had a Thanksgiving feast at preschool on Monday. The kids sang a few songs for us and then we snacked on the kid version of Thanksgiving dinner: turkey rollups, craisins, jello squares, turkey cupcakes, popcorn and some lemonade. I had a great time being in Samuel's classroom and hearing about what he was thankful for!

The kids were singing a harvest song. Samuel just smiled at me the whole time and kept telling me I was supposed to be quiet!

Cold Days Bring Yummy Hot Chocolate

We spent the afternoon between when Samuel and Charlie woke up exploring outside. Samuel rode his tricycle out to our little retention pond across the street and we talked about how the rain had made the water "super duper high". We looked at the pipe that drains the water and also saw a bunch of birds flying overhead. As we made our way back home we talked about how cold it was and that it was a good day for some hot chocolate!

Mommy had coffee instead

When Charlie woke up he joined us for some cheerios while we sipped our warm beverages!

Charlie's Baptism

Charlie was baptized at church Sunday the 18th. The family was in town and we had a great time celebrating Charlie. Paul, our pastor, spoke so well about the promises of God and the gift of grace that he extends to us. He has sealed his promises and they are there for the taking, we simply have to choose to receive them and break the seal. We are so thankful to be a part of a church that promises to hold us accountable to teach Charlie of the Lord's promises and raise in a Godly home.

Family Visit

This past weekend we had lots of family in town for several big events. First, I helped with our women's ministry event at our church, Holidays Fit For The King. Mom and Grandmommie joined me and we had a great time preparing our hearts for the holiday season that is fast approaching. Ryan's parents also came for Ryan's fall concert. Just to add one more event to an already packed weekend we also had Charlie baptized. It was a busy weekend, we talked lots, ate GREAT food, and overall just enjoyed each other's company!

Sneak Peek

Our good friend, Daniel, took some pictures of the family last weekend for our Christmas card. Keep in mind we are printing them in black and white, so ignore the fact that we don't match! I told him, Ryan, and myself (many times) that I know how IMPOSSIBLE it will be to get everyone looking at the camera, so I just want one that is good enough. I would say that he more than delivered! I didn't put the one that we chose but here are a few that I did like!

Raleigh for the Weekend

We headed to Raleigh the first weekend of November to see some of our good friends. Joe and Abby took us to Hill Ridge Farm. The kids had a great time and we had a great time and we were reminded how great it is to be with old friends!

Josh, Lizzy and Samuel in the maze