Monthly Archives: January 2012

Christmas was a little strange this year.  We had barely gotten started opening presents when it was time to stop, shower, eat breakfast, dress and go to church.  The kids were a bit frustrated, but not too upset.  No, that … Continue reading →

Once again, Chris picked out a gorgeous tree for us.  This one was so fat, there was hardly room to walk between it and the fireplace.  In fact, we shook the branches pretty much every time we passed by.  Luckily, … Continue reading →

So, I put off blogging about this, because I was sure there were more photos on a different camera somewhere.  We have three of the things, and although I try to always use the same one, sometimes I end up … Continue reading →

So, you know those awesome Advent windows we do in our town every year? Well, they did them again this year.  Unfortunately, or fortunately, we had so many other fun events and things going on, that we didn’t have a … Continue reading →

Noah’s class gave a small, impromptu Christmas concert on the 15th, during lunchtime.  Two days before, his teacher sent home a note informing us that the children had requested the chance to cook and eat lunch at school like they … Continue reading →

One of my absolute favorite things to do during Christmas time is bake special treats for our friends and neighbors.  Of course, we get to eat some as well.  I collect recipes constantly and store them in a special plastic … Continue reading →

Monday, December 12, the younger kids and I drove into downtown Zurich for a much anticipated ride on the Maerlitram. (Literal translation, fairy tale street car)  My friend, Tanya, was kind enough to go several days in advance and buy … Continue reading →

We had a great time decorating our traditional gingerbread houses.  Some of my friends used the kits from IKEA, and really liked them.  I was very tempted to pick up a couple myself.  Especially since I felt like I was … Continue reading →

On December 16th, Chris and I celebrated our “golden” anniversary.  16 years of marriage on the 16th.  Since a big trip wasn’t in the budget, not even a small trip, Chris decided to do something different to mark this important … Continue reading →

Samichlaus usually visits us in the afternoon/evening of this day, so the kids weren’t expecting anything special in the morning.  They leave out their sacks that day, and he comes and takes them away, and brings them back filled later … Continue reading →