Ethan's Preschool Christmas Presentation

Ethan's preschool class put on a spectacular Christmas presentation. The class did all their songs from class which included French, Spanish, Science, History, Poetry, and more. It was a true hit. Ethan was especially happy with the C.S. Lewis collection he got from the school as a Christmas Gift! Pictured is Ethan with his teacher Ms. Clayton.

The video is of Levi "meeting" a girl - or stalking her - or creeping her out - whatever....he's working on his game I guess. It needs LOTS of work. With love this Christmas season, The Thompsons

SUPERHERO, TRANSFORMER, or LEGO CHARACTER? ADAM - HELP! - WE NEED ANSWERS!!

Ethan got invited to the "Bomb" of Preschool Partydom. An acting party! We're not sure what he was dressed at but will rely on our friend Adam who is a transformer expert. Ethan claims he was a transformer but the outfit was labeled LEGO. Help us out Adam. What was he?

Christmas Tree Lighting and Sledding

A snowy Thanksgiving eve and Friday and Saturday gave way to some radical sledding! Ethan and I took one video from the cockpit of our ride! Check it out. You'll feel like you're on the sled with us! The Christmas tree is up and the lights on the house too! We are ready to celebrate the coming of our Savior Jesus Christ!

Fall Fest Retro-Update

Since I forgot to post these pictures and because they are priceless - check out the Farmer and his Chicken! The chicken was so popular on Halloween at the Air Force hockey game he won us $25 worth of free coupons at Rumbi Island Grill! Way to go Chicken!

IS IT A BOY OR A GIRL? You'll have to watch the video coverage

Spring Canyon - Buena Vista, CO

May the glory of the LORD endure forever;
may the LORD rejoice in his works-

he who looks at the earth, and it trembles,
who touches the mountains, and they smoke.

I will sing to the LORD all my life;
I will sing praise to my God as long as I live.

Psalm 104:31-33

You answer us with awesome deeds of righteousness,
O God our Savior,
the hope of all the ends of the earth
and of the farthest seas,

who formed the mountains by your power,
having armed yourself with strength,

who stilled the roaring of the seas,
the roaring of their waves,
and the turmoil of the nations.

Psalms 65:5-7

for every animal of the forest is mine,
and the cattle on a thousand hills.

I know every bird in the mountains,
and the creatures of the field are mine.

If I were hungry I would not tell you,
for the world is mine, and all that is in it.

Psalms 50:10-12

His lightning lights up the world;
the earth sees and trembles.

The mountains melt like wax before the LORD,
before the Lord of all the earth.

The heavens proclaim his righteousness,
and all the peoples see his glory.

Psalms 97:4-6

ETHAN'S FIRST ICE SKATING LESSONS - ETHAN GETS HIS SKATE ON!

Ethan went to his first ever ice skating lessons today at the Air Force Academy today! Many of you may not know that Ethan is an aspiring hockey player - so he is learning first things first! This is essentially the first time he skated without holding onto something. He's our star. Watch these videos and watch Ethan get his SKATE ON! and show you how low he can go; and how fast!

Levi's 2nd Birthday!

Hi all! I showed you the funny video of Levi opening his singing birthday card form his Aunt Lisa, but now that I have time, here are some photos from his big day!

Levi's Birthday

Levi had a great Doggy Birthday Party! He also got a special doggy card from his Aunt Lisa.....His reaction was priceless. Thanks Lisa....Bow wow wow yippee yo yippe yay.

Popping Competition of One

After being inspired by the Popping Competition on "So You Think You Can Dance," Ethan shows off his moves and what he will do when he gets on the show!

Levi's Horsey Sound

Levi has essentially modified his ear piercing screeching noise into a high pitched horsey neigh. I think you'll enjoy it as much as I do. He calls the horsey the Tee-Tee.

Rockies Faith Night

We made our way to the Rockies versus the Padres for Faith Night. It was a blast, except for the Rockies gave up 7 runs in the first inning. Let's just say Livan Hernandez got lit up like a Beijing Opening Ceremony.....wow, I have haven't seen that many bombs in a while. In fact, before the game started I asked Ethan how many home runs we would see. He answered "10". We saw 5 - 4 by the Padres and only 1 by the Rockies but we still had a fun time. After the game Dave Dravecky gave his testimony about losing his pitching arm and how God met him in his dark place, and then we got to see Steven Curtis Chapman in concert. He had a similar story since he recently lost a young daughter. It was a great time!

Great Sand Dunes National Park

As you can see from the pictures the Dunes were BEAUTIFUL. I don't think I've ever seen a place where the unordinary comes to life. We were in a Sahara style sand dune that spanned 30 square miles that ran along side a stream, and was backdropped with about 9 14,ooo foot peaks. A dramatic landscape to be sure. God was showing off a little here in Southern Colorado.

I'm also not quite sure how to get the underlining to stop! Sorry. Hope you enjoy the Dunage....I know Levi and Ethan did. It was a never ending sand box and sand and water table at their fingertips and they took full advantage!

The Most Scenic Train We Have Ever Seen!

If a picture is worth a thousand words these don't even come close! We rode the Cumbres Toltec "Cinder Bear" express from Chama, New Mexico to the Cumbres Pass in Colorado at over 10,000 feet. The scenery was majestic and breath taking, and the day was gorgeous for a train ride. We all had a great time on the "Cinder Bear" express. The train stopped at Cumbres Pass and they provided us with a sack lunch and sodas. We also got to go on a nature hike while there. That is the picture we took next to the lake.

Levi loved the Cinder Bear but was also scared to death of him. Luckily they gave all the kids coloring books and posters of Cinder Bear. Levi continuously opens his poster and says "Bear Bear" But when "Cinder Bear" would come close he would wrap his talons around mommy like a sloth in great peril - oh and cry at a piercing decibel level that almost shattered the train windows. Luckily they were all down. We hope you enjoy this blog - Ethan and Levi were my special helpers making it.