3rd Week of December

We had a fun week finishing up work and school.  I worked Monday and Tuesday and Nyles had school through Wednesday.  It was great to finish up for the year!  Here are some highlights.

The boys wanted to build a fort, so Steve put up a tent instead.

More of Buddy, our "Elf on the Shelf."
Every morning the first thing the boys would do would be to go find the elf.

We took the boys to Zoo Lights as part of my work Holiday celebration.  Instead of doing a work party where no family was invited, after much feedback from the employees, they decided to do this instead where we could bring our family.  Though we didn't see many animals, it was still fun to get out and enjoy time together as a family.  Ironically Steve took me to Zoo Lights 10 years ago when we were engaged.  It brought back good memories.

Cute Nyles and Carter ready to go!

Nyles and Carter in front of the "elephant" and by the lions.

The next day Steve left w/ Rob to go up to Idaho to go duck hunting.  After the kids got out of school, Pauline and I met at the Aquarium to find the hidden elves and look at the animals.   

Nyles and Carter had so much fun, we went back Thursday and Friday also. 

Divers cleaning the tank.

Carter is getting so brave and willing to venture out more.

We also went to the park since it was quite warm, 48 degrees. 
It was nice to be outside and not freeze completely.

Elf found the temple!

 While we were having fun at home, Steve and Rob were hunting ducks in Idaho.
They didn't get any geese like they normally do, but they still had fun getting the ducks.

Steve got his grades posted.  He got all A's, which is incredible all by itself, but even more so considering he started 3 weeks late.  Steve worked really hard to not only catch up but he also excelled!  Good work Steve!  He's excited to start his rotations at the hospital in January as well.