Caeden's Christmas Concert

Very Far Right. Cream Sweater.


Our sweet little man. He didn't sing, not one tiny bit, but he looked adorable just sitting there. :)


Caeden looking at his friend, as his friend sang "One Little Angel."

The look on Caeden's face: "Really? You are going to sing this stuff?"


Proud as can be after it was all over.

Caeden and his buddy, T.

Caeden, Papa, Claire & Mimi.

As you can tell, Caeden had his Christmas Program this morning. It was his Preschool class, Young Pre-K, and Pre-K. They sang Christmas songs and even had some cute gestures to go along with them. Super cute. Mom said she was going to cry...so I peeked at her during the show, and there she was, crying ... right along with me. It was just so sweet to hear all those precious children singing their little hearts out. And Caeden, who doesn't like music or singing, sat there so patiently while it was all going on around him. It was funny to see (although I was secretly hoping he would sing just a little) that his personality doesn't change at school.

Now it is officially Christmas break. Caeden is off until January and we're busy getting ready for company. Nik and John will be here Saturday. Can't wait!!

Day 2 of Project Sugar Cookie

Caeden did it all ... mixed the colors ... spread the frosting on the cookies ... added some goodies on top ... and then dug in. :) What a fun morning!

Here is my recipe for frosting. I love almond extract, so that's what I use to flavor it, but if you don't, just use more vanilla extract. I love this recipe because the frosting stays shiny, but it "sets" nicely - while still leaving the inside soft. Perfection!

Favorite Icing for Sugar Cookies

2 C powered sugar, sifted
2 TBSP softened butter
1/2 tsp. vanilla
3/4 tsp. almond extract
1 egg white (this is what makes it shiny)
1/4 C. milk

Combine egg and milk. Set aside.
Beat sugar, butter, and flavorings together.
Add small amount of milk mixture until icing is the consistency you like.
Tint with colors.