Saturday, December 24, 2011

Christmas 2011

This year we did things a little different but it was nice to start new family traditions. We ended up going to my mom and dad's house for Christmas Eve dinner. We played games, socialized and enjoyed good food. One of the highlights for me this year was the children re-enacted the nativity with puppets and we all got to join in song at some parts. It really brought the Spirit of Christmas to my heart. 

Here the kids are trying to get marshmallows through a hole in a wreath. Turns out it was much harder than everyone thought it would be.

Aren't these all such cute girls!

Boy are these Grandkids lucky to have such amazing Grandparents!

The puppet Nativity






And of course what's the fun of Christmas without opening presents!




As our own tradition the girls get jammies to open Christmas Eve night. They always look so adorable!

Ahhh...Finally Christmas Morning is here!
All Brooklyn asked Santa for was a sucker. Apparently she didn't realize the vast resources Santa has to bring real toys! I just love the innocence of this Christmas request.




Awe! What a sweet moment of Londyn and Brooklyn thanking each other for their gifts. These are moments I don't get to see very often and cherish when they happen.




As a new tradition I wanted to start I have decided to have Christmas Day dinner and enjoy the company of family and friends. This year really was a special year to me.


How cute is this girl!! We love you Brooklyn!
Christmas to me is a time of giving and sharing with friends and family. I am so blessed to have these special people in my life. Without them I would be lost. Although some would say this was a trying year I believe I have become a stronger person because of the challenges life has brought. I pray my children grow to learn and remember the true meaning of Christmas and that it's something that can lead them through their own life's challenges. Mommy and Daddy love you girls more than words can say. You both have such sweet and special spirits about you and we love watching you learn an grow. Merry Christmas to All!!

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