So the month of December is already zipping by. We've already enjoyed lots of fun traditions and even celebrated an early Christmas with the Wood and Zehm families(another post for another day). We ventured out for our Santa visit and pictures last week. I went with very low expectations of capturing a picture with all four kids in the shot. After all, Jo is not so sure about strange people...especially one dressed in a red velvet suit and an extremely hairy face. She completely surprised us though and made it through without even a whimper. Not sure if she was really digging Santa or if she was just stunned and still half asleep since we had just woken her from a nap in the car. Requests were made to Santa..some a bit more realistic than others. Sam has one thing on his list...a unicycle! Yes, I know, broken arm written all over that one! Maggie would like an ipod Nano and a PSP(get real girl) and Millie had one sweet request for a jewelry box that plays music and has a ballerina when you open it up. Pretty sure Santa can fill that order!I'm trying very hard to slow down a bit and REALLY enjoy the reason for the season. It sounds so cliche but I want so badly to soak in the incredible gift that this holiday resembles. A gift that we don't deserve but a gift that God so graciously gave us. At times it's hard to let go of all the hoopla and traditions but hopefully we can adjust the traditions and festivities to reflect our joy and celebration for our King.
But the angel said to them,"Do not be afraid. I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people." Luke 2:10
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