Christmas 2012

Christmas was wonderful this year for many reasons. First, we were able to spend it together as a family of four. The holiday felt complete...like our last puzzle piece (Cora) made us whole. We milked the holiday for all it had to offer: Christmas lights at Vitruvian, Polar Express Train in Grapevine, The Trains at Northpark, Frisco Town Square, Grapevine Aquarium, baking, visiting with friends and family, and spending some down time at the house. We were busy but not overwhelmingly so. Christmas Eve was spent with Kyle's family. We ate it up! MiMi catered barbecue for lunch then made homemade soups for dinner. All the cousins opened presents in matching jammies. The doctor dress-up costume was the hit. Max felt very important as he gave us our shots and took our temperatures. Cora loved crawling around and receiving hugs from her family. She has a soft spot for her three grandfathers and parks herself in their arms during gatherings. This just melts my heart...we are continually grateful for her healthy attachment to us her parents but also her extended family. In addition, Max and Cora have formed a close bond...already best buds. Truly.Thankful.Lord. Christmas day began with stockings and presents at our house then breakfast. Max and Cora had a blast opening gifts and played all morning long. I made an overnight french toast and egg casserole...they actually turned out good this year! I have attempted recipes in the past and they were always kinda blah. Finally! :). And Miss Cora promptly stuffed her face...slowly as usually though. Of course came the snow which made the dinner over at my mom's short. My mom is an amazing cook and again...lots of face stuffing. We headed home quickly due to the roads and turned in for the night. The next day was a day of eating, hanging, and playing in the snow. Our white Christmas was the icing on the holiday cake. I must admit I did not take enough personal time to reflect on the meaning of Christmas. I am forever thankful and amazed that the Lord humbled himself enough to be born and die as Jesus for our sins. One goal that I have this year is to simplify so that I give more to His service. I am not sure what this will look like but know that opportunities are abundant. I hope each of you were blessed this Christmas!

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