It was such a nice Christmas.
Although we are always happy to visit family, staying at home for our first Birmingham Christmas was a welcome new addition.
No bag packing, kid wrestling, no plotting and scheming...just a little cleaning and we were off to the races.
Emma has reached the age where Christmas is much more exciting. Her reaction to every Christmas tree, plastic yard Santa and ornament is pure elation...and quite amusing. It was also wonderful to have her learn more about the true celebration of Christmas, although I must say that Jesus, Santa and reindeer are all a bit confusing for a three year-old.
I, personally, was very emotional throughout the entire Advent season. It was quite a mix of emotions, really. This was our family's first Christmas at our own home, and our first Christmas with sweet Eleanor.
At 7 1/2 months, didn't have a clue about what was going on, but was thrilled to have three more people to entertain.
It was such a sweet time, but as with most holidays, it was bittersweet. With family all over the world, we don't have the opportunity to celebrate with everyone...at least in person. That said, Skype keeps the smiles coming through the ability to video chat. It melts my heart to see running to the computer the moment she hears the familiar voices of Grandma and Grandpa.
Life is sweet, folks. We have to take every moment captive, as we don't know what is around the bend.
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