Christmas in NW Iowa

We made a last minute decision to leave Thursday afternoon for NW Iowa to try and beat the snowstorm.  It turned out to be a good decision because we had smooth sailing most of the way there and 10.5 inches of snow waiting for us when we returned. :op

We had a full weekend spent visiting (and eating) with every side of every family.  Here are some picture highlights:

Emily's new heart slippers that she knew she was getting and has been talking about non-stop for weeks

Silly ribbons with Grandpa Lorenzen & Cousin Asher

A sweet pose with Great Grandma Freking

Slap Happy in slippers

Three little boys on the Boote side who would rather be playing with (or eating) wheels than sitting still for a picture

The Boote cousins with Grandpa & Grandma

Wrapped up with Uncle Wade

Eating an entire Rip Roll from Aunt Courtney at 9:00pm

Tonka trucks--watch out Milo!  Lincoln was extremely possessive of his new wheels.