Saturday was Christmas tree cutting day a nearby patch of forest.  Dr. Peds and I had so much fun last year, we decided to make it a tradition.  Mr. Sneaky Pants and The Banana had been looking forward to the day for several weeks.  They were so excited to put…

Ever since the Christmas Parade a few weeks ago, there has been much fascination with the Grinch, (or the Grunch, as he's known in our house).  The kidlets noticed a few grinches at the parade, and I realized that I hadn't ever read them the story.  I really used to…