Christmas Morning 2011

 The Polar Express!

Ghost Pirate Ship!

Christmas Eve 2011

 I think this is the moment that Dode asked Santa if he would like some Rum. Luke suggested Coke. Dode countered with a "Rum and Coke Mix Up!" Santa accepted the offer.

Dode had lots to say to Santa. He seemed at ease with the Big Man himself. Dode told him all about Santa's brother Mike, Fred, his wife, and his dog Elvis.

Nutcracker at the Noble Horse Theater Dec 2011

Ice Skating

This is as far as we got.

More December 2011

 Helping make peanut butter kiss cookies.

 With cousins Corrine and Caleb at the Albrecht Christmas.

Remote Control Fire Truck!

Haircut December 2011

Christmas Pirate 2011

A visit to Santa 2011

Dode didn't want to sit on Santa's lap, but did shake his hand. He said he wanted," A ghost pirate ship with a ghost monkey and a clam shell with teeth."

Thanksgiving 2011

A light saber/ walking can duel with Great Grandma. A new holiday tradition?

Halloween and the Haunted Chicken 2011

Dode's first Pixie stick

Halloween Block Party 2011

Halloween Craft 2011

Apple Orchard 2011

Paint the Town 2011, Morrison, IL

Dode's First Time Bowling August 2011

Ruby Tuesday

Yes, after the chorus you heard Dode say, "Dinky-doo, meatball, elephant."

Best Point 2011