The Waller family is happy to report that we've had a wonderful Christmas thus far. Elliott and Olivia were treated quite well by Santa Claus. Elliott received the Sponge Bob and Spiderman underpants that she asked for. Olivia received a Fisher Price digital camera. She's been having a great time snapping her very own photos.

Papa Roger is officially on vacation - a vacation that will last until his official retirement date in April. You can tell from the picture that he's enjoying himself.

Olivia got her hair cut for Locks of Love on the day after Christmas. She looks absolutely gorgeous with her short hair.

We have all (with the exception of me - knock on wood) been sick with cold stuff. Poor Elliott has had the worst of it. I took her to Urgent Care on Wednesday where they diagnosed her with a sinus infection.

We are now about to pack the car and head to Dubuque to celebrate Christmas with the Pothoff family. We are all very anxious to see the Texas Pothoff's. I'm sure that the kids have all changed since we saw them at the end of May.

Happy New Year!!!