I'm Dreaming Of A White Christmas...

White sand that is! We had a wonderful Christmas holiday as we remembered and celebrated the birth of our Savior with our family and friends. We spent time with my family a couple of weeks before Christmas. It was so nice to be together. We then went to Florida with Jay's family for a few days. This was our first trip as a family of five. The kids enjoyed visiting with their cousins. We are ready to go back...in warmer weather.

Precious Memories

A tree full of memories...

Abby proudly places the star on the Christmas tree...

Will's first Christmas tree...

Kai with his "Ho! Ho!" blanket...

Placing snowflakes on the windows...

Unpacking ornaments for the tree...

Sliding for the first time after being ill...

Today we were able to decorate our Christmas tree...as a family of five. Will watched and played as we worked to transform our home for the holidays. This year, Kai really enjoyed watching the tree go up. He was so excited when we lit the tree. He helped place ornaments...and remove them if he saw one that he wanted to play with. When all of the ornaments had been hung, Abby was lifted up by her daddy to place the star on top of the tree. This is one tradition that she enjoys...and isn't willing to share with her brothers. That's okay...she said they will have to find traditions of their own. I had the best time. This Christmas season I am especially thankful for my family. Abby is a delight. Kai is laughing again after his recent illness and hospitalization. Will is blossoming. What more could a mother ask for? Today we spent time together...making precious memories....