Christmas Morning

“Our hearts grow tender with childhood memories and love of kindred, and we are better throughout the year for having, in spirit, become a child again at Christmastime.” Laura Ingalls Wilder

We stayed up so late getting everything set up just right. I wanted twinkle lights on the tee pee and the stocking stuffed and ready...

There were squeals and giggles by both girls.

I pulled out the Polaroid for a nostalgic feel...

The look on Ella's face says it all!

Christmas dresses from Belks. Perfect Christmas colors...my sweet girls.

Oh boy, I had to bribe to get pictures...too much excitement for the littlest. ;)

Christmas breakfast! Homemade cranberry bread, cinnamon rolls, coffee and puppy chow!

Their last gift was a letter...with pictures from Oliver the Elf and one last surprise! We took the girls to Branson for an overnight trip the day after Christmas.

A Christmas Chat

It's 70* outside, today! And tomorrow, the temperatures are supposed to drop drastically and there's a sight chance of flurries & sleet! So, what does a tired mom do? Bribe the kids with snacks to snap a quick Christmas photo. I try to get a themed photo every year.

Also, my house is a total disaster! As soon as I sign off here, it's time for laundry and a speed clean. I should feel guilty, but I took time this morning to read, homeschool, and spent a few minutes outside with the kids. Priorities, folks!! ;-)

Speaking of Christmas-y things....I have not finished my shopping. I am not even half way done! I'm one of those gals that likes to shop during the hustle and bustle. It's really the only time of year that I like the busyness.

In other random news, we have four Christmas trees up. I secretly want at least two more...

Happy Monday!