We had a wonderful Christmas Eve and Christmas Day to help round out 2016. We are so grateful for our many blessings including our amazing family and friends!
On Christmas Eve, Scott had to work the evening shift, so the kids and I walked over to church for the candlelight service. The poinsettias looked beautiful and I took this picture to send to Scott because we gave one in memory of his sweet Grandma. I love that our church does this, it's nice to remember special people on this magical night.
Since Scott wasn't going to be home, I scheduled Domino's to arrive with pizza when we got home from church. Maybe it's a new tradition?!?!
The next morning, I had dreams of getting downstairs before the kids so I could capture them coming down the stairs for the first time in our new home on Christmas morning. Alas, that was not to be. Instead I was chasing them down the stairs and this is all I got. That's a dream versus reality of parenthood, right??
The kids were very lucky kids on Christmas morning. They were also very thankful, which makes my heart thankful.
Nate put many books on his list this year, so of course Santa had to make good on that one. Because books instead of toys? All day long.
Lila got a new baby...because of course...this one's name is Avery.
Scott got the kids (and himself) nerf pistols. AKA Say goodbye to your nice things, Abatha.
After we exchanged gifts and had breakfast, we headed down to the cabin to see my parents, and the Corse-Collins peeps. A Ranger ride to see the new calves was in order.
Ilona really does have a knack for fashion. Sometimes it agrees with the weather, sometimes it doesn't. This day, it agreed. Thankfully.
Sweet and precious Bluet...
I had to include this picture. Some time between Christmas and New Year's, I was working in the kitchen. I turned around to see this and it made me laugh. Yes, Truman, just sit there. I'll do all the work.
We hope you had a wonderful holiday celebrating with your people! Bring on 2017!
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