We took the boys ice skating which was so much fun. We were shocked how long they lasted and by the end of the adventure they actually were able to skate by themselves (holding the chair). Thankfully Ken and I are good skaters because trying to teach a 3 year old to skate was a work out and a challenge!!! I couldn't believe they did single blades because I remember when I was learning, we always had double blades. The key was to prep them they would probably wipe out and let them know it was fine if they fell on the ice since they were padded up, like a game. So when they fell, there was no drama or tears. Now being neurotic and always worried they will get hurt, surprisingly I didn't have any fear, I think because I skated growing up and that they have little kids wear helmets now which I think is hysterical but glad. We have a rink near our house so I am pretty excited we will be able to take them here.
Rich got us private box seating, spoiling the boys. We even got a visit from the Mascot!!
Rich hooked us up again, being a police officer, we had lots of perks - thanks Rich!! Here he arranged for us to have a little tour of a old caboose after dinner at a little restaurant. This place was HYSTERICAL, it is a very small bar/restaurant that has this back room that looks like a wreck hall and they only serve: spaghetti and meatballs but boy did they have yummy spagetti! Owned by a small family we got very fast service and being with Rich (who even went to the back kitchen to help get the plates of food with the owner - now, this I would consider a perk when you have kids that are hungry and ready to eat)!!
A visit to Tanglewood preserve. Christian still trying to determine if this beaver is real or not.
Boys checking out a huge turtle that they could pet.
Making Brownies with Aunt Di-Di!!
Nicolas giving the thumbs up for a incredible vacation get away and thumbs up for being strapped in on the plane on our way home. It was sad our vacation was over but we were happy to be able to come back to sunny Florida. We are hoping this can be a yearly tradition, Christmas in NY!! Thanks to our family for making our trip so special and fun for the boys. I want to recommend anyone flying with little kids, it is not hard like a lot of people say but the key is having a game plan, strategy on how you are going to get through the airport with all the gear. This time we packed light, didn't need a stroller and had our Ipods loaded with games and videos. Bribery of Lolly pops, gum and jelly beans certainly helped eliminate any meltdowns!! Unfortunately our flight times SUCKED getting up at 3:30 for the boys on the way there and not getting home until 12 am New Years eve, making very long travel days but the boys did good!! 
Boys newest cousin ~ "Giavanni" who is just a sweetest little man and peaceful soul.
Christian so excited he got his newest "Hess" truck to add to his collection, thanks to "Ro-Ro", as you can see he pummeled her with the biggest hug after he opened it. She gave the boys a new one last year, and this will most likely be a annual gift. She actually goes and waits in line for these as she has given them to the boy's cousins since they were babies (the are now almost 30) and she still gives them each a truck. Aunt Deb in the background, finally sitting down and enjoying a cocktail after cooking up a good 'ol Italian feast. 
Ken's Dad and sisters who spoiled us and gave Ken the Wii, me a awesome Fire Kindle Touch and basically a sleigh of presents for the boys.
Nicolas looking alittle CRAZED with that hair and face!
On their first ULTRA SUPER MISSION...locate Grandpa in the woods, who is walking the dog somewhere.
Getting Tired On Their Mission, needing a break..WHERE IS GRANDPA? 
PHEWWW...FOUND HIM!
