gingerbread houses

This year we let Sydney and Max take the reigns in the designing and decorating of the house. They thought it was better to make one that was yummier to eat afterwards than just pretty to look at. ;)

Pam and Aaron at work

Tommy was a good sport with all the candy and sticky frosting around him, with his no-sugar regimen. This will be a long holiday season for the poor guy!

Noah gave pointers here and there from his bouncer seat propped up on the counter.

the finished product

and indeed it was the yummiest selection of candies to eat!

Max was smart and went straight for the kill