Favorite Christmas Gifts of 2011

This Christmas was nothing like last Christmas. Last year almost everything was homemade. This year everything was straight from the store. Actually, almost everything was bought online. Have you heard I'm pregnant? That's my excuse. Not surprisingly, the kids really don't care and didn't notice one bit that this year's gifts were less thoughtful. They may have been more excited than last year, actually. So, without further ado, here were this year's favorite gifts:

Merrody got a microscope. She is so science-y. She loves it!

All the kids got art kits. The older three got these super delux deals and Norah's is quite a bit smaller. They have already spent hours making some pretty impressive drawings.

Norah got a Barbie car with a Barbie and Rapunzel in it.

Joel got a telescope. I'm sure he'll love it when we finally get a clear enough night to use it!

Jack got many legos and these Mario guys. He's in heaven!

Merrody got a frog. She's thrilled.

Norah hasn't separated from this Strawberry Shortcake Purse since she first saw it!

Merry Christmas!