On the sixteenth day we finally got measurable snowfall! A few inches fell overnight and we had to take full advantage.
We started with making breakfast. Marshall wanted to help his papa make pancakes; Violet played in her high chair as we all went to work on various tasks around the kitchen.
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| Marshall stirring the pancake batter as Brad washes dishes |
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| The kids playing with the blocks Marshall made at Home Depot a few weeks ago |
What's better than snowman pancakes on a snowy morning? Another awesome morning brought by Brad our breakfast chef!
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| He was so happy to have special snowmen pancakes |
It was a quick breakfast, Violet needed her morning nap and Marshall wanted to rush outside to play in the snow. Little did he know, we had a little surprise for him!
The boys built a snowman and Brad gave Marshall a snowman kit that we had stowed away. It's like a Mr. Potato head set for snowmen. So cool!
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| Building it higher and higher! |
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| Excited for his new snowman kit! |
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| Pushing in the nose |
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| Can't forget the lips! |
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| Fastening the hat down tight |
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| The boys were able to grab stick-arms from the woods near our house |
They played outside for quite some time. They built snowmen, had snowball fights, and made snow angels. Even with being inside the house, I could still hear the laughter.
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| Snow angels are one of his favorite things to do in winter |
Meanwhile, Violet awoke from her nap and was playing with a snowman of her own.
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| She loved that he played music when you press his arm |
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| Pressing on his nose and eyes to try to build her own snowman |
It was a full day outside. Marshall's little cheeks were bright red and he was tired out from all the fun with the snow and his papa. To warm up with a great lunch we made our pesto pizza.
I've mentioned in past years how much we love this pizza. It's tasty year round but is a bit festive around the holidays with the red and green from the tomato, spinach ribbons, and pesto sauce with the crumbled feta cheese bringing a snow like quality. We also add chicken for good measure. Pro tip: brush the crust with pesto sauce as well. Also, if you're looking for something lighter it's great as a salad: spinach tossed with tomato, chicken, feta, and drizzle with pesto. One of my favorite lunches to bring when I worked at the preschool; it holds up great.
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| Dingman Christmas Pizza! |
The night was quickly coming to a close so we whipped out our old fashion snowmen ice cream treats before Marshall's bedtime routine.
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| Love vintage treats! |
Of course, during bath time we had to transform Marsh into a snowman too.
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| Probably the cutest little bubble bath snowman ever |
The sixteenth day brought so much joy with fresh fallen snow and the little touches that can bring a little extra special something to the day. The kids will be sure to sleep well tonight with all the chilly entertainment- but will they be ready for the sequel shenanigans of tomorrow?
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