January 22, 2006
January fun
Madeline and Isaac have been having a fun January. The weather hasn't been very cold or snowy compared to Minnesota standards. Isaac is getting stronger each day. Here are a few quick pictures.
Eric got a Pac Man arcade game for Christmas. Maddie kicks back to play a few rounds.
Maddie's favorite Christmas present is her Bella Dancerella ballet kit, complete with outfit, mat, bar, and DVD, which features a ballet instructor sporting an Australian accent. Maddie loves to watch the video and learn the ballet steps.
Isaac has discovered his thumb!
...and hasn't lost his smile!
Lisa and I celebrated our 5th wedding anniversary last week with dinner at W.A. Frost. Here's to many, many more wonderful years to come!!
January 07, 2006
Christmas 2005
Happy new year, everyone. Our family had a great Christmas filled with family, feasting and relaxation. Madeline truly enjoyed the holiday season, learning to sing the Advent Candle song and spying for Christmas lights. She even built a snowman, but lamented to Lisa that "this one doesn't talk..."
Here are some of our favorite moments from the holidays:
Madeline enjoyed her dress coat, with matching purse and hat.
Oma and Opa gave her a drum for Christmas. She will most likely want to start playing with Daddy at church if we're not careful.
Isaac enjoys some time with Grandma.
Isaac got a Thomas the Train kit from Grandma and Grandpa. Madeline immediately staked her claim to it for the next two years...
Madeline and Isaac.
Lisa's brother Jason and his wife Lindsay came down and took some nice photos of our family. Here are some of the best:
Madeline's 3-year picture.
Isaac's 3-month picture.
Lisa and Eric.
The Roling Family
We hope that your Christmas was peaceful and rewarding, and wish you prosperity and goodwill in the coming year.