Christmas Day was as magical as ever in our house this year. The children were filled with excitement to get downstairs to see what Santa had left them. As most of you know, the children each receive 3 presents from Santa - the same amount of gifts baby Jesus received from the WiseMen. We are so happy we started this tradition when Madeleine was a baby- it has really kept the true meaning of Christmas in perspective for us.
This year, St. Nick surprised the girls with doll beds and a doll armoire. Does everyone remember how my sewing machine was tucked deep in the closet after my second sewing class at Joanne Fabrics - the one where I was making Maddie's Clifford Halloween costume (she had just turned 1 year that Halloween) and the instructor told me it would be a great benefit to me to repeat the prior beginning class?? Well I am happy to report the sewing machine is out once again and after some trial and error the bedding on the doll beds is made by yours truly. Surprising I know... I guess there is hope for me in becoming the domestic diva I long to be. Adam painted the beds and with the help of his dad, transformed the closet into an armoire. Yes I guess I am a little proud of our craftiness this year.
Okay, back to Christmas.... The girls were surprised by Nina and Grandaddy with dolls to go in their beds. Isn't the look on Chloe's face priceless? The dolls have gone everywhere with us since their arrival. The children also received the Quadrilla Marble Run...... if you do not have one yet it is fabulous.... hours upon hours of entertainment!! Ad woke one morning at 5 am begging to go play the marble game. We held him off until 7 and then he and Big A played with it for quite a while. I think Big A is enjoying it just as much as the little guy!
I know that I am focusing on the presents here but I think what I am truly getting at is the happiness we see in the children's eyes. It was wonderful for Adam and me to see that all of our behind the scenes hardwork really paid off. There is just nothing like the feeling you get when your children are so content. Does anyone understand what I am trying to say???
A big thank you to everyone who sent presents and cards. We loved looking at all of the pictures and cannot get over how big all of the children are getting. We really wish we lived a little closer so we could see everyone more!
Some of you have asked if you can leave comments on the blog.... absolutely. I will check the blog when I check my email... and yes, I am getting better at doing that. Either way - on the blog or my email I love hearing from you!!
Wishing everyone a Happy New Year!! Much love, L
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What cute kids we have!!
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