Saturday, December 22, 2012

SNOW DAY!

Even as an adult there is just something about that phone call that says, "NO SCHOOL". A surprise day off is fun for all! Yes, we know we do have to make them up as many may say. However, getting a surprise call is always worth an extra day in May. A day off...being at home as a family, staying in pajamas, snuggled up with a blanket, watching it snow, playing in the snow, warm hot cocoa, no schedules, and movies, all make the day complete! This time around we had 2 days off due to road conditions and bitter cold temperatures. It extended our Christmas vacation by 2 days. ALL is GOOD! Despite the wintry weather, Adam and the kids took part in snow day fun!
 
Cade using our new snow blower...Cali supervising!
 

"I love it!"
 
  Looks like he is ready for a snowball fight!

 Helping Daddy with the sidewalks...
Notice my ski gloves...they worked perfectly! It's not about the look but warmth!

Cade was learning how to use the snowblower.

Bell loves the snow. This is how she came back inside.
It looks like someone put cottonballs all over her.
Bath time!

Breck still enjoys the snow. She wants to be where the action is...
 

My little helper in the kitchen...notice the barbies helping too.

Friday, December 21, 2012

Christmas Celebrations...

Cali's class performed at church. She was so happy with her hair!
We rarely do 'curls' but they sure do look bouncy, just like her personality!
This is her typical 'happy Cali pose"(hands on hip, head tilted, feeling sassy)!

 
She is all into it, singing with hands and all!

 
 
CHRISTMAS DANCE RECITAL
Our little Liu!
 
How about that toothless smile?
 
Cali is definitely loving 'her' activities.
She has always been dragged around for Cade's stuff.
Now she feels proud to have activities to looking forward to with friends!
 


Daisies & Decorating

 
Cali's DAISY INDUCTION:
In the center...ALL SMILES!

Cali loves Daisies!

SO PROUD!
 
 
Decorating at Pop & Boca's...
 


Taking a break...love my Adam time!

How sweet it is!

Christmas Magic!

We made our annual trip to Branson to celebrate Christmas! It was a quick trip but always so nice to see the lights and spend time with Adam's family outside of schedules. This year Adam's sister and family were not able to go but we still had time with Pop & Boca. We were able to see 2 top-notch Christmas shows...The Christmas Carol and It's a Wonderful Life! What a great time we had!

 





Cali is writing a letter to Santa...

 
Christmas parade throughout Silver Dollar City...
 

 
A parade isn't complete without Santa!



 
Silver Dollar City is amazing to see this time of year!
To us, it's Christmas Magic! 

 


Thursday, December 20, 2012

Holiday Happiness Begins...

 
November kicks off our favorite time of the year, the holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year)! Yes, we are the crazy ones who enjoy Christmas so much that we decorate the 1st weekend in November. The month of December just isn't enough time to celebrate the season! With that being said, enjoy our November fun!
 
Our tree looks so beautiful!
We actually decorate 5 trees for Christmas (2 big, 3 small)

Platte City Christmas Lighting Ceremony
(night before Thanksgiving)


Checking out the reindeer...

"I love my tattoo!" (says LOVE in Chinese)

Grandkids @ Grandpa and Grandma's house

Cade helping Grandpa bring down Christmas decorations

Cali & Mommy painting pinecones...

One of Bell's favorite spots...

Our elf Peppermint arrived just after Thanksgiving!
Cali is on Santa's 'watch' list. LOL!

Cali won a snowglobe kit as a prize from the lighting ceremony.
The neatest thing is that Cali collects snowglobes so she loved making her own!

Kodiak Mac (Kodi)...15 Years

Kodi gave us 15 years of friendship! He was truly a man's best friend! We called him our Polar Bear. In his eyes, he was a small dog that loved to sit on laps. He would just plop himself down on anyone. Cade's buddies thought it was the greatest! His heart was always open. He shared many memories with us in his 15 years! Kodi will forever be in the hearts of all who knew him!
 

Wednesday, December 19, 2012

There's a TEENAGER in our home!!!

 

Cade is now a TEEN! It is amazing to think we have been blessed with him for 13 years! The time sure has gone fast! We have celebrated many accomplishments, big and small. Cade amazes us with his genuine, loyal personality. He is a great friend to all! He has become such a fine, young man. We are so proud of you, Cader!

HAPPY 13th BIRTHDAY, Cader!


 
Pop & Boca and Kyle, Marcie & Taylor came to celebrate!
Grandpa & Grandma were out of town celebrating their 50th year class reunions!
 
 
Cali and Taylor hanging out with Cade as he learns his new gadget!
 
 
 
RENAISSANCE FESTIVAL- October 2012



 
 
 
Platte City Homecoming 2012
Cali's Dance Studio float...

Cade & buddies hanging out at tailgate

Double happiness!!

Noah, Cader, Miles, and Parker...

Still cheering on the Pirates (post-game)
 
 
Cali's Lemonade Stand
(She helped Cade's baseball team by selling lemonade. She made $30...with Abbi's help)
 
 
Ready for Dance/Tap/Ballet

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Platte City, Missouri, United States
We are a family of four...Adam, Kim, Cade, and Cali Liu. We have two dogs, Breck and Bell.