Merry Christmas from our household to yours! We've had a busy holiday season, enjoying time with family and some quiet time as "just" the three of us. The holidays have taken on a new energy as we experience the wonder and delight of Christmas with a young child.
It strikes me how confusing it must be to see the world transformed with Christmas lights and decorations virtually over night. For example, we put up our Christmas decor -- including our tree -- while Matthew was down for his nap. As he walked out groggily from his nap, he got a look on his face like "why is there a tree where my toys should be?" But then the confusion turned into wonder as he pondered what was under the tree:
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| If I get on my tippy-toes, will I be able to reach that package? |
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| This is so pretty and colorful, I wonder why it's here!? |
To celebrate Christmas, the family got dressed up and went to Christmas Eve services together. This is one of my favorite parts of Christmas, taking the time to sing carols and praise God. There is just something about slowing down and remembering why we celebrate.
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Looking dapper for church! |
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| "Why yes, I AM pretty cute!" |
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| "C'mon Grammy & Papa, let's go to the church service!" |
Christmas Day was relaxed at our house. At first Matthew wasn't sure about the cheerily wrapped boxes. But once he understood how to open a present, he had a great time!
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| "Here Dad, a gift for you!" |
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| "Do you need some help with that, Papa?" |
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| "Yeah, but Papa, what about THIS package?" |
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| "Here Grammy, this is how you do it!" |
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| New toys are FUN! |
My hope for you this holiday season is that you experienced joy and wonder, and that you are richly blessed in 2014!
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