Ringing 2012 in with style

What a year 2011 was! As long as 9 + months of pregnancy feels like, when I consider that I wasn't even pregnant last NYE it feels like it all flew by.  Charlie is growing up so fast and lastnight really showcased that.  We had a few friends over, most of which also have little ones, and Charlie was loving all the attention and interaction from the other little boys--Evan & Max.  Here are some pictures of them "playing" :)

 

Once the kiddos went to bed the adults counted down with lots of food, beverages, and an intense game of Catch Phrase.  One really fun thing we did this year was have everyone fill out "I want to leave behind in 2011..." card that we then all tossed into a bonfire after the ball dropped.  It's been unseasonably warm and even at midnight it couldn't have been below 50 degrees outside.

I am absolutely obsessed with pinterest and have been trying lots of new recipes.  For NYE I made Bang Bang Shrimp and these Oreo Truffles.  You can see all the recipes on my pin boards here.

And finally, our little guy was well dressed for the night (thanks to his Aunt Amanda), rocking the "Party in my Crib" onesie! We can't wait to see what 2012 has in store for the House on Strathmore Family and look forward to sharing all our adventures with you!  Charlie has been talking up a storm lately, if you want to check out what he has to say click here.