That's what today felt like.
Like a first take
of the gift giving,
the celebrating,
and the fun family time.
These girls were beyond happy with their custom gifts from Aunt Shell Shell.
Joy #73, having my sister and her husband, my mom and dad all here today.Joy #74 This sweet glass cloche hand painted by my son. What a cute idea his teacher came up with for the kids to give their moms for Christmas.
Joy #75 The way Bella (fresh from the groomers today) sits in my girl's laps waiting for them to give her some love.
Joy #76 The steady rain that pitter pattered all day today,
while we were bundled up with a fire watching it from inside.
Joy #77 The blooms on this azaela
and my first camellia to open it's bud.
Those who know me well, know I have a special affinity for roses, camellias and hydrangeas.
There was this one time I nearly made my husband steer off the road when I shrieked while driving through Lake Como, Italy. The size and beauty of the hydrangea bushes there are literally breathtaking.
But that's a side note. Mostly I'm filled with joy to have Christmas slowly unfolding in a way that isn't stressful. My prayer continues to be able to keep up with the pace while not losing focus of Jesus and His gifts this season.
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