Christmas Eve 2008

I enjoy Christmas Eve almost more than Christmas Day. Every year we have a nice family dinner consisting of the same menu. The fire is crackling, snow is falling and the yummy smells from the kitchen make it a Norman Rockwell scene.


After dinner, we each opened one present with Grandpa and Grandma Snow and then gathered around the Christmas tree. Christmas Eve also includes watching or reading the Nativity and reminding each of us of the true meaning of the season.

Earlier in the day, the girls played in the snow and created our first snowman of the season. We wrapped up the evening at the Andersens for a great mini concert performed by the Andersen boys.

Winter Break Part 2

A "must-do" over Winter Break is sledding at Rock Canyon Park.

Dan and I commented on how fun it was to hear the laughter of all the children echoing throughout the park. It was so much fun!

Christmas Break

Have I said how much I LOVE Christmas Break? The kids are home, the snow is falling, there is lots of family time (like chatting and cuddling on the couch).

We have also managed to squeeze in some last minute baking and shopping. I definately prefer the baking with the roads plastered with snow and ice.

Decking the Halls

I know it is a little early

to be

decking the halls

of my home

with Christmas,

but I just couldn't wait!




Our travel tree as we refer to our foyer Christmas tree, had a few additions this year. Whenever we travel with the kids or when Dan and I go away, we always bring home a Christmas ornament for this special tree. It's tradition...



Here's a close up of our family room Christmas tree which I take complete control over--a little Scrooge-like I know, but nevertheless I love doing it.



Now that I have two of our Christmas trees up and decorated, after Thanksgiving the girls will be in complete control of the basement Christmas tree. They will be able to adorn the tree with their own creations and may even decide to have a "theme" for their tree. I vote for a chocolate- themed tree myself. I'll guess we'll have to wait and see...