Here are photos from around home this autumn, ITI life, and life with the boys.
Have I shared here yet, that I have not one, but TWO sisters attending school at ITI this year with us?!? We LOVE it!
In early October, Andrew, Mary and Elizabeth drove to Berlin for the March for Life.
See Mama, diapers make good hats!
Whenever Papa is fixing something, Michael gets his FisherPrice tool set and gets right in there too.
I went to the nearby town of Baden one afternoon to study with my dear friend, Becca. We took a walk after; the fall colors and views were lovely.
Nana sent some great workbooks for Michael and he enjoys doing his "studying" alongside me.
Autumn seemed especially brilliant this year!
On Nov. 16th we celebrated Dominic's 2nd birthday! As usual, we invite over the girls who help us with babysitting and of course, we were so glad to have the Aunties this year to participate!
At first, we wasn't quite sure what was happening.
Michael tried to "help" Dominic open every present, "in case there is one for me!" Dominic is very patient and always shares with Michael.
Fun crayons and coloring book from Nana!
It seems Papa only took video of the singing and candle blowing, but here at least is a picture of him enjoying it! Happy Birthday, little guy; you bring so much joy and love into our lives! We love you!
Falls crafts in anticipation of Thanksgiving!
First snow of winter on Thanksgiving morning!
Here at ITI, Thanksgiving Day is not a holiday, and the big Thanksgiving feast is held the Saturday following the actual day, but we American students still insist on celebrating somehow that night.
With Zelie.
Thanksgiving brunch. Mary's friend, Anthony from UD, currently living in Dresden was visiting that weekend.
ITI Thanksgiving. It was such a fun evening, as always, great food, drink, fellowship, and music. Thank you, God, for all the goodness we experience here at ITI!
Mary serenaded us all while waiting for dinner.
Oh, the food was so American and delicious!! The non-Americans really asked about making dishes and tried to get authentic American recipes.
Some of the guy students sang a German barbershop quartet song.
Rupert, our favorite Austrian seminarian is always so kind in bringing out his accordion. We greatly enjoy the music, especially the kids!
Dominic's favorite dance is the Chicken Dance.
Two beauties!
As of late, Dominic takes great pride in placing his hands in his pockets and walking around.
Thought I would share this shot from one of my classes - yep, ITI is definitely a marriage and family kind of place! This little English baby, Aurelia, has stolen all our hearts, including Fr. Luc (from the Netherlands) here.
