Merry Christmas 2013

 Merry Christmas to all! We got up before the sun this year to see what Santa brought us, emptied stockings, and then waited for Josh (Fuad's nephew) and his girlfriend Beth to come over to open presents. The kids did very well waiting, but once everyone arrived they all turned into shredding machines. Good thing I got the traditional family shot in early! I almost don't even bother with taking pictures of the kids at Christmas morning because no matter what camera settings I use, the kids are mostly an endless blur! None the less, we all had a wonderful day, and hope our family and friends enjoyed their day with loved ones as well!

52 week project, week 51

Week 51: Wild card

Morning frost on the window. Welcome winter solstice.

52 week project, week 50

Week 50: Reflection

Hard to believe we are already nearing the end of another project 52. Hope all of the family has not minded too much that I post them here. It has been a great hobby and a much needed outlet!
We don't use our fireplace too often in the south. But we have had a few cold and rainy days and it sure did the trick! The kids all camped out in front of it and watched movies.

Marshmallows and pajamas

 

Here they are our Christmas kiddies. Our family has enjoyed a wonderful year. The kids have all been having a great time in school. Dakota is nearing the halfway mark in his communion class. Rory has grown in leaps and bounds socially. Rebecca is still our sweet goofball! And Fuad and I are just enjoying it all.  We love the holidays and the joy it brings. Everyone is always more in tune with all that they have to be grateful for. Us included. We are very blessed, and hope everyone we know and love has a wonderful holiday season!

52 week project, week 49

Week 49: Traditions

 All of you know that I like crafting with my kiddos. So this year we spent some time making salt dough ornaments. The boys loved it, Rebecca struggled with the cookie cutters so I had to help her. While I was Dakota took this shot of us girls, and I just thought his point of view was sweet. And since my boys were in on it too, here are a couple bonus shots of them working hard! Happy Holidays!