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We bought these security cameras at Costco last week.   They weren’t too expensive, don’t have doorbells or do anything special except keep an eye on the doors. We did this because Elin always wants to be outside, loves her back steps,  and she persistently sneaks herself outside even when its too cold. Then she realizes,

– – – – – He’s just not comfortable with these insane toys, but he is intrigued. – – – We were successful.  Food was eaten, naps were taken, all good. Love you all so very much, MOM, aka Grandma

While we were baking cookies Jay was at basketball. – – – – He took quite a few nice pics and had a really good time. Love you all so, Grandma

Christmas program at church this morning, always beautiful. Then these kids were able to come home with us for the afternoon to help decorate cookies and hang out for a while.   That was an unexpected and happy surprise! The kids at home were surprised too. And this guy came over to eat tater tot casserole

Oh yeah, it was a big, fat mess, but we got it done. They were helpful, know how to do this. Very determined baker He decided to clean out the junk drawer, God bless him.   Hasn’t been done in a couple years. And we ended the evening with the kitchen cleaned and all these cookies