All of the sudden, they went...

Caught her!...finally!

Marnie sings all day every day. She recites books from memory, and she sings. She even memorized all the songs Britt had to learn for his Christmas program at pre-school. Unfortunately for me and my camera, she doesn't usually perform if she knows she's being watched. If fact, her favorite place to sing is in the tub with the shower curtain closed. I finally managed to steal a video of her singing the ABC song. It blows my mind that she isn't even 2 yet.

{You'll have to turn your volume up. She sings in a tiny voice. :) }

my brownie batter babes

Polar Express ride 2010

A few years ago my mom started a tradition. One weekend each December is designated as "Grandkids Weekend." All their grandkids are brought to Granny and Grandpa's house for 2 days of fun. She and my dad plan all kinds of things to do: gingerbread houses, light parades, movie night, etc. It's a kid's dream come true. This year, they took all the grandkids (and their parents) on the Polar Express. I think the adults had as much fun as the kids (ranging in age from 22 months to almost 16). Thanks again, Mom and Dad!

Granny and Grandpa with their grandkids

Britt, enjoying the magical tunnel of lights

The Whitmer kids: Jorden, Jayden, Jillen, and Jensen

Marnie LOVED the sing-along on the way to the North Pole.

Ellee and the North Pole

Marnie and Emelyn ring their bells for Grandpa and Granny.

Britt and Justin admire Britt's new bell.

Our little family on the train


And thanks to Grandma and Grandpa Brimhall for watching this guy so we could go. :)