Ginger Bread House

This is such a special tradition. When Matt and his brother were growing up, their mom would make them each a ginger bread house to decorate (Matt always gave his to his teacher at school. Ah, what a sweet boy!). And now she's carrying it on with Emma. We feel very lucky! They are such beautiful houses (and they smell so yummy!). It's quite a time consuming project, but, oh, so worth it. 

Matt's mom invited Emma and a couple of her friends to join in the festivities and sugar rush. The kids loved it, more for the candy at times, but each house couldn't have been cuter! Such a fun day.

Before

"One for the house... one for me..."

After

Arwin, Alaura, Emma and Cooper

The windows are crushed-up, melted Jolly Ranchers. There is also a light on the inside, so when you plug it in it lights up the windows. I know, I know... too cute, right!