When the snow finally fell leaving a white blanket on the ground and the smell of baking began to fill the air, one cannot help but get excited as the Christmas season has finally arrived! This Christmas was going to be a special one in particular as our daughter Claire was going to spend her first Christmas with us. As Christmas approached we spent Christmas eve with the Day's and had a wonderful time singing carols and playing games together as a family. But the party was hardly over. On Christmas morning we pulled ourselves out of bed, which was so much easier as an excited youngster on Christmas morning, and made our
way to the Black's. Once there we made our way to the Christmas tree surrounded by presents while we were warmed by the fire. We made sure to take many pictures of our cutie in front of the tree before opening all of the presents. Claire got her very own Jolly Jumper, which she loves, and many wonderful things. It was wonderful to be surrounded by family and friends during this time of year when we can reflect on the things that mean the most to us. I look forward to a "fresh start" as the new year approaches. Jacob will begin his winter semester in the new year while I begin a few new projects. Next year looks like its going to be just as exciting as this one!
When the snow finally fell leaving a white blanket on the ground and the smell of baking began to fill the air, one cannot help but get excited as the Christmas season has finally arrived! This Christmas was going to be a special one in particular as our daughter Claire was going to spend her first Christmas with us. As Christmas approached we spent Christmas eve with the Day's and had a wonderful time singing carols and playing games together as a family. But the party was hardly over. On Christmas morning we pulled ourselves out of bed, which was so much easier as an excited youngster on Christmas morning, and made our 
way to the Black's. Once there we made our way to the Christmas tree surrounded by presents while we were warmed by the fire. We made sure to take many pictures of our cutie in front of the tree before opening all of the presents. Claire got her very own Jolly Jumper, which she loves, and many wonderful things. It was wonderful to be surrounded by family and friends during this time of year when we can reflect on the things that mean the most to us. I look forward to a "fresh start" as the new year approaches. Jacob will begin his winter semester in the new year while I begin a few new projects. Next year looks like its going to be just as exciting as this one!
