As our little ones eagerly decorated our Christmas tree, I couldn’t help but reminisce about last year’s holiday season. We were buried in moving boxes, and I was nominated for the “worst mother ever” award after packing away our miniature, fake Christmas tree BEFORE Christmas even arrived! This year we find ourselves snuggling up by the fire place in our own living room and marveling over a year’s worth of blessings – not the least of which is our cozy little house on Forest Lane. As I type this, Sis and Buddy are sledding in their very own backyard – a little haven nestled into the woods. We are so thankful for this home which has provided the simple luxuries we’ve always dreamed of – a swing set, sandbox, a vegetable garden, and plenty of room for the kids to ride their bikes, play and explore.
This fall has been busy with activities including soccer, a World Cultures class and dramatic production through our homeschool Enrichment Center, several field trips and gymnastics. Most of our extra commitments have come to a close, and we are looking forward to a winter of hibernation and quiet hours of reading and learning as a family.
We are expecting another Little Arrival in April. Sis (age 7) and Buddy (age 6) are delighted with the prospect of a new brother or sister. They watch my growing belly with pride and ask to read about our baby’s weekly development in my pregnancy book. Mama's Baby, on the other hand, just giggles at my “nice full tummy” and thinks I’ve eaten too many bananas like Curious George. He has been doted on by his older siblings for 2 years and is in for some character-building adjustments when New Baby arrives.
We wish you all a blessed Christmas season!
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