Dallas asked me to make him a cake. 
I used a candy clay recipe I found on-line. I am really excited about it. It works just like the Sculpey Clay, but it is edible. It actually tastes good too, unlike sugarpaste. It also smoothes
We painted Lance's room. The Saltwater Tank is too heavy to move. Lucas had to be lifted in and out behind the tank. He taped and painted with a brush and roller where we couldn't reach. He did a really good job. You can look behind there and not know an 8 year old did it. He also had a great time doing it.
They gave all of the kids an Award of Merit.
Lucas got and Award of Excellence in the 3d category for the District Level. They gave 3 of those for every category. The Awards of Excellence go on and compete in the State Reflections Level.
Lance placed First, Brady Second and Star Third.
Jessica answered a few questions. She was really nervous, but I think it was good for her to be up in front of people and be fine.
Abby is one of Jessica's friends. They play really great together as well.
This is Jessica next to her best friend Ryan. He is so cute and sweet. I am glad her best friend is a boy. No drama. They have so much fun together. Jessica laughs and smiles so much when she is with him.
Lucas answered quite a few questions. He had a lot of fun. I am proud of all of my kids. Just reading the books, making it into the book battle and getting up there is a big accomplishment.
Jessica got new glasses. She looks adorable. I was worried about kids teasing her, nobody did. All of her friends told her they liked them. She really just needs them for school and when she wants to wear them. Her best friend Ryan made her a really cute bag to put her case in. 
Cousins came over for New Years Eve. Kerry and I went to Suzanne and Rory's Party. Everyone had too much fun.
Lucas likes to watch all the cake and baking shows with me. We started by watching them, now all the kids take turns helping me make dinner. It has been fun teaching them and learning myself. I thought he looked to cute with his little feet up. I couldn't resist taking a picture.
Christmas Eve at Ken and Irene's House with
My sister Shannon.
Mom and Dad
The kids dressed up and served us the treats.
The week before Christmas we always have a party at my Mom's house. This year and last year Santa came for a visit.
Lance thinking really hard about what he wanted. You always feel put on the spot talking to Santa.
Dallas Jay, this boy is the sweetest most loving child you will ever meet.
Chandler Bug, He is the oldest. Lance really looks up to him and is always excited to see him. They are good friends. When Chandler was born I didn't think I could love a baby as much as him. He was adorable.
Ashley, So fun and bright. She is Lucas' favorite cousin. She isn't afraid to be herself. That is what I love about her.
Sweet Jessica
Lucas was so excited and nervous to see Santa. Time is flying by in our lives so quickly. I will miss these times. I really try to take them in and enjoy them.
Jackson (Bubba) So curious, for a while he was our escape artist. We couldn't take our eyes off of him. He is very adventurous.
Delaney is our sweet baby. She is so funny and uncensored. She always tells it like it is. She sure is a princess.
Brandon, the shirt says it all. It is my brothers job to be good. We love him.
Christmas Morning. Lucas got a lot of Disney and Jack Skellington things. That is what he wanted though. He was very happy about it. I think his favorite thing was his Mickey Mouse Red Hoodie from Grandma Nadean.
All the kids got Peacoats.
The kids were so thankful and happy. It was a great Christmas. We have a lot of love in our family. I am blessed with very good kids. I truly love being their mom.
Dogs and Babies, Jes' very favorite things.
Lance's pile was small, had to save the best for last.
Xbox 360. He has wanted one for a few years. They are finally reasonably priced, if you think 200.00 is reasonable. Oh well we know he'll get good use out of it.
What a cutie.
So handsome.
Lucas is loving stuffed animals right now. My sister growing up had a lot of stuffed animals. They drove me crazy and made our room a mess. I can't understand the fascination, but if it makes him happy.
Kerry took the kids out shooting. I didn't find any pictures of the shooting, only these of them looking at Bighorn Sheep. 
Well here is the proof that they did shoot something.
