Big E

My younger sister Lori and her son Eli came over one afternoon so Abby could take her turn poking on him while we enjoyed a pot of coffee.

Christmas Party #3

We had Eric's family party this past weekend. It seemed like a short visit with everyone but always a good time. There was no shortage of great food and great family to make it a wonderful night.

Eric's sister Susan watching over Abby and Aaliyah open some gifts

Our nephews Brandon and Kyle showing off their new art sets.

Christmas Party #2

Christmas morning we got together at my parents for the Huizenga party. There was no shortage of gifts or great food. I am already looking forward to next year when there will be 2 (maybe 3?!?!?!) more children/grandchildren to add to the fun.
Having raised 3 daughters, I think grandpa is pretty good at the doll house thing, it's a good thing there is now one grandson and one on the way to bring in some testosterone.

Abby taking a ride on one of the many new toys.

What's more fun then playing with an empty paper tube?

Merry Christmas from the Broggers

Denial

I think at such a young age, Abby has realized that we need a little sun to keep us happy. So, if we don't have sun... just pretend as Abby likes to do.

Abby doing a dance to the sun gods

Christmas Party #1

We had our first Christmas party of the year on Saturday with the Huizenga side. I can't believe how many kids there are, with 4 more expected before next Christmas!! I guess it's a good thing we rent a large church gym/kitchen to host such an event.

Abby trying to play ball with the "big kids"
Abby and Murielle playing with the bean bags
Trying to get a group picture of nine kids under five... not going to happen.

Food Fight

This is usually the heading for almost every meal at the Brogger household lately. Abby seemed to become a picky eater, which her doctor was happy about?? Are you kidding me, what's to be happy about that. If it's made with cheese or process into something that resembles meat, then it's a hit. If not... were out of luck. Any meal/snack ideas that you would like to pass along would be greatly appreciated. We are trying almost anything at this point to expand her diet beyond about 5 things.