Winter Fun

Some memorable moments so far this winter season ....

Mama and Jackson had some fun spelling family names with Scrabble tiles.

Addie lounging in her Christmas attire.

Daddy and Jackson pose with the Smile Center's community tree. Just a few years ago, this tree was in rough shape.  Now it has a place of honor on Main Street.

'Rock star' Jackson and princess Karlee. 

Ronnie and Jackson having a blast at the Matthews Christmas get-together.

Addie sports one of her big brother's old onesies.  Big Sky Smile Center still does not endorse the 'teeth are overrated' philosophy. 

Santa's reindeer visited Miles City!

Birthday Bash

Our sweet four-year-old had the ultimate birthday party with lots of friends and fun. We are thankful for all our friends who braved the snow to help us celebrate!

Avengers Assemble! The invite.

The cake! Mama, Daddy, and Jackson had some fun making this creation. 

Jackson had asked for a cake that looks like Captain America's shield. I think we pulled it off.

Jackson's wish had already come true ... he has some incredible family and pals who love him!

Gotta love how kids help each other open presents ... The more, the merrier!

YUM

The banner ... Mama changes the number each year. Before we know it, it'll say 'Jackson is 37' ... !

Jackson is HOW old?!

Jackson turned FOUR on December 6th ... my, what a big boy! He had asked for a red robot for his birthday and got one (because he is such a good boy) ... the robot pal went with him to school as his show and tell. Jackson's birthday bash is set for Saturday ... so, more to come!

"Happy Birthday to Me!"

Opening a card from Uncle Bret ... it was full of stickers, which he promptly applied to  Mama, Daddy, and Addie. 

Dream Lite from Nana and Granddaddy! Just what he asked for  :)

Mama and Daddy took our little buddy to DQ for an ice cream treat. 

Little Mooo and Big MOOOooooo!

Birthday feast with Bubah and Zeider! Five star meal at McD's.

Mama and Jackson made Fruity Pebbles treats for his friends at school and daycare. They were a big hit!

A Post from Addie

Thank you for the cute Christmas outfits, Nana and Granddaddy! I'm getting chubby, so I had to wear this one before I grow out of it! ~ Adelyn

I'm the best gift of all!

All ready for my first Christmas.

Look at me pick my head up!

I love the Christmas tree lights :)

Daddy's HOW Old?!

Daddy Matthews turned 35 on Tuesday the 4th!

Spending some quality time with his little girl.

Making fajitas with the duck, goose, and pheasant from his hunting expedition!

Annual eclair ... yes, made with love by Mama :)

Birthday Week!

It's birthday week ... Granddaddy on December 3rd, Daddy on December 4th, and Jackson on December 6th. Mama's been baking up a storm!

Jackson Gives Thanks

Jackson was featured on the front page of the Star on Friday! But apparently, Adelyn is his 'girlfriend!'

Gobble!

Thanksgiving was a pleasant one this year ... always so much to be thankful for!

Daddy preps the guest of honor (aka the Turkey)

Mama and her little turkeys

Daddy's thankful for his kiddos as well

A Matthews Feast!

Cuddle time

Snow Wonderful

We've had our first stick-to-the-ground snow of the season! Wondering if we're in for a cold Montana winter?! Daddy is away this weekend, so Jackson and Mama spent much of the morning playing outside and shoveling the driveway and walkway. Adelyn stayed warm and dry inside snoozing away and dreaming of the days when she can bundle up and play outside too.

Hooray for SNOW!

Ahhh ... this is fabulous.

Wintery Wonderland

In the middle of throwing a snowball at Mama!

Mama's little snow angel.

Another sweet angel!

Little Elephants

A few clues as to which political party we are voting for ...

Halloween = Job security for Daddy the Dentist

Gotta love all the sweets! And, we love how holidays are more fun the older Jackson gets. :)

Nana with Captain America and our little apple.

First stop trick-or-treating ... visiting Bubah and Zeider at Holy Rosary.

Jack pot! Auntie Bev had lots of candy for Jackson. We came back later to see Uncle Zach.

Jerry and Sue had a whole pail of goodies for Jackson!

Little Bo Peep (aka Spiderman disguised as Little Bo Peep) and her sweet little sheep arrive to go trick-or-treating. 

Jackson and Nana are ready to hand out some candy! We counted about 250 this year ... wowzers!

Halloween Party

Jackson had a blast at his preschool's Halloween party Tuesday. Spooky fun!

Have no fear ... Captain America is here!

Costume parade

The whole class. Jackson is the one on the left. He and the other  Captain America (his pal Carter) teamed up to protect their fellow classmates :)