After all our travels, we were finally home. This was the first time in many, many years that we were home by ourselves for Christmas. In Memphis, we would always spend Christmas Eve with my mom and Christmas Day we would go to my dad's house for the afternoon. When we moved, Josh's parents would come and spend that time here with us. This year was a first. I had these big plans to spend Christmas Eve baking with Sophie and doing some crafts with both the girls. In reality, I had to do a little more shopping and Josh and Sophie stayed home and cleaned. I did get home in time to bake one batch of cookies. We went to our Christmas Eve service at church and then drove around and looked at Christmas lights. We came home and had chili and then it was time for bed. Santa was on his way!
Our advent calendar. We let the kids open it each night after dinner and they have a treat inside.
We got all new stockings this year. I have used the same stocking my entire life (made by my Aunt Doris, as was Sophie's). But this year I needed to get GG and Shep one and I thought it would be cute if they all matched.
We started a new tradition this year with " The Elf on the Shelf". His name is Bernard. He was a lot of fun and GG really liked looking for him every morning.
Josh always reads this book right before bedtime.
Our tree.
Santa ate his cookies and drank his milk. GG was really excited about this all Christmas morning. She told everyone that called about it.
And, the presents. Sophie is on the left, GG in the middle and Shep on the right.
We really had a good Christmas this year. Spent with all the people we love. And remembering the real reason for this season, the coming of our Savior. I am so thankful for all the blessings He has given me.
I hope all of your holidays were wonderful.
