More with Grandma B

More fun pictures from Grandma's camera. 

Hittin' the streets of Bonney Lake...

Such a cool kid!

James is a sweet big brother!

 I love how they both take turns pushing the zebra! This is a daily activity in our house!

December Days at Grandma B's

The kids had a blast playing with cousins Adalae and Abigail while mommies were at work!

A favorite activity- making cookies...

... and eating them!

Fun With Kona

Best. Family. Dog. Ever!

Kona is ever-patient and loving with our kids.

Most dogs wouldn't let James do this:

I should mention that James was yelling "yee-haw cowboy!" while riding him. Hilarious!

So many wonderful memories with our furry family member!

12-10-12 Kona Love from Jevyn Backman on Vimeo.

Christmas Tree 2012

After the birthday celebrations it was full steam on to Christmas!

We were looking forward to putting up the Christmas tree and filling our home with the spirit.

We went to a great tree farm just down the hill in Sumner. Red Barn was great and will likely be our new tradition. They even have a train ride!

Love these two!

James loves pulling wagons... Mikayla loves riding... perfect!

Didn't take long to find the perfect tree- a Nordman... beautiful!

James was ready to cut it down with Dad's help.

How did this happen?!

 James was a great helper this year. He put on lights and ornaments for Mom.

Even Mikayla got to decorate this year's tree!

The finishing touches...

12-5-12 Christmas Tree from Jevyn Backman on Vimeo.

Growth Chart

With James' birthday came the time to mark our growth chart!

Growing taller each year.

Someday James, maybe you'll be as tall as your Dad!

Mikayla's trailing behind her brother on the chart... 
I wonder if she will catch up?!