Twas the Night Before Christmas...

Christmas Eve breakfast at the Peabody

Putting out Reindeer Hay

And of course, milk and cookies for Santa

Through the rain, not snow

Off to church we did go

We sang songs and gave thanks

For the birth of a King

After all, that's what Christmas really means

Once back home, a warm dinner we did eat

Then put out reindeer hay and cookies for Santa

Oh! What yummy treats

Lily dressed in Christmas pajamas

Gave out one last kiss and hug

Then mommy made sure she was warm and snug

Daddy and I are now off to get sleep

Excited to see what morning does bring

And until then...

We wish you a Merry Christmas

And of course, sugarplum dreams

Cute Little Elf

My little elf and I have been very busy baking up some Christmas goodies. This afternoon we made Rice Crispie treats and cookies for Santa. (What a yummy day for daddy to start his holiday vacation.)

Daddy and I happen to think that Santa's elves are no match for our cutie.

Girls Day!

Today, my dear friend Gretchen and I got to do something we have been wanting to do with our girls and decided that Christmas would be the perfect time. We wanted the girls to start a little holiday tradition of having a special day together- just the girls.

Lily Grace has been so excited and couldn't wait to get the day started. We met Gretchen and Claire at the mall. The girls immediately ran toward each other and giggles ensued. It was too cute.

We started out at Build-A-Bear where Lily Grace stuffed a moose which she named Rascal. They had the best time stuffing, washing and dressing their animals.

Our next stop was a carousel ride, but on our way upstairs we stopped by to say hello to Santa. He was so kind and let both girls have a seat with him to chat. They were adorable and Gretchen and I both found ourselves a little teary at the site.

Lunch was our last stop. Lily Grace enjoyed her first milkshake and both girls enjoyed the day and each other to the very last minute.

It's amazing the people God places in our lives. We are so blessed to share such special times in such special ways with people we call friends!!!!!!