On Christmas Eve, we set out a plate of cookies and milk for Santa and a small bowl of carrots for the reindeers - Thomas was very excited that we would be giving them all a snack when they delivered presents that night. It really was so precious! Christmas morning began at 6am and just seemed to last all day. That was a good thing - we opened presents, we played with them, Abby napped, we opened more presents and prepared a wonderful Christmas dinner that was enjoyed by us and my in-laws.
Like I said, Christmas was so exciting with the kids. The disappointing part was not having Brian home. It was hard emotionally. I can only imagine how difficult it was for him to be away, even as we talked on Skype Christmas morning and he watched Thomas enjoy the moments with presents and family. Enjoying some of the quiet moments with Thomas made me miss Brian even more - knowing that he missed out on those times. Rocking Abby to sleep as we listened to Christmas music by the tree - knowing that he missed out on that as well. I know there will be next year... and God knows that Thomas and Abby will be just as excited about the Christmas spirit then ... it was just hard not having him with us during a time that you should absolutely be with your loved ones.
Christmas lights (and Santa) at the park
Loved the lite up reindeers... might have to get some for next year!
All dressed in our Christmas best!
Christmas Eve
Christmas morning - eating the left over cookie bites that Santa left behind. Notice Abbigail watching his every move.
Those beautiful eyes and smile
Mommy & Abby
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