More cottage fun

After the Christmas portion of the cottage weekend was over - we settled in and got to enjoy some quality low-key time together both inside and out. 

 Ben enjoying some exercise in the exersaucer.

 Grammy brought some winter crafts along as well so the big boys got some creative time with her and the glue gun --- what could be better?!?

 Not much snow on Friday - but still plenty cold to be on the ice. 

James was excited to give it a try but spent a lot of time on his hands and knees. 

 Luckily there were lots of adults to help him stand! 

And/or drag him around on the ice. 

 Cold temps and running noses kept these two hunks inside most of the weekend. 

 Still a big chunka munk! 

 Caught lots of sweet cousin moments on camera --- so cute! 

 Patrick and I took advantage of the extra hands and long naps for a little ice skating. 

With no snow and a quick freeze - it was truly glass out there. 

 Don't we look like professionals?!? 

 Maybe I missed my calling as a speed skater!

Christmas dinner - a full table - though missing Uncle Mark especially at this meal. 

 (Patrick and I got to sit at the island and "enjoy" what we normally call "date night dining" - though it was more of a tag team effort to eat and feed Isaac too.)

 Isaac and Daddy being silly --- if you haven't seen their dance number yet, you are missing out on something special! 

 Godfather Patrick and Benji Bear! 

 
Ben was happiest sleeping in someone's arms most of the weekend
--- we all got to take turns!
 

 Formal dining for these 3 --- they had a ball! 

 Godfather Corey and Isaac

 Isaac did get to come out for a little bit on Saturday - he snuggled in with Buppa since he was a little sturdier on the ice than I was! 

 Lisa and the big boys enjoying the winter weather! 

 Sled races! James kept dragging is arm like a snow plow so I think TJ (and whoever was pulling him) probably won! 

 More johnny jumper time on the table --- Isaac is happy to "attack" anyone in his reach. 

He has this little pounce and with no socks - a new found love of traction! 

 Mr. Amazing and his first angel balance with Aunt Lisa! 

 
Patrick and Ben are thinking of joining the circus!
- Look Grammy, NO HANDS!
 

 Group photo - thanks for a wonderful weekend - I think Christmas at the cottage could become a regular thing :) 

Hugs until next time!