Uncle Keith's

After a busy Christmas day, we headed north for a family dinner at Keith and Kelly's on December 26th.  We were blessed with safe travels with the snow storm hitting Royal Oak after we left and being cleared up by the time we returned.  Russell and Sloane were spoiled endlessly by our loving family and Russell was given the surprise of a lifetime by Uncle Keith (see pictures below).  Although it was a quick trip, we enjoyed being with one another and are already looking forward to our next family gathering at Grandma and Grandpa's for a sledding party!

This is how Russell has been dressed recently...  Indiana Jones Junior!

Aunt Kelly took the kids for a ride to check out the property.

Stockings from Papa.

American Girls clothes from Uncle Keith and Aunt Kelly.

Aron's very own hunting rifle!  No more borrowing from the relatives.

And... (drum roll please)...  A BB Gun for Russell from Uncle Keith!  This was against my better judgement, but with some convincing Keith was able to sweet talk me into allowing this.  My big brother has always been able to get me on his side.  There are several guidelines Russell must follow including keeping his gun at Uncle Keith's, only shooting it with adult supervision and proper protective gear, and taking part in a BB gun league to learn proper technique and safety.  Needless to say, Russell is beyond thrilled!  Me... time will tell.

Indoor snowball fight kits from Uncle Tom and Aunt Marilyn.

This is going to be fuuuuuuunnnnn!

Testing things out.

Checking out the target.

Loving EVERY moment!

We came home to snow, snow, SNOW!

Fort building has begun!