Wonderful Christmas Season

We had a crazy, wonderful, Christmas season. This year we started a new tradition of the 12 days of Christmas. We chose a elderly lady that we don't know that well but has been a kindergarten helper for the last 3 years at least. We had a lot of fun and it was nice not stressing about getting caught because she can't move very quickly. Every Christmas eve we celebrate with the Applegates. We have a wonderful time caroling, eating and just visiting. The kids really enjoy it. They love to go caroling and to get to visit with their extended cousins. After that we opened pj's and read the Christmas story with Grandpa and Grandma. The kids each shared a talent and we got ready for bed. Steve gave the okay to wake up at 4:30 and that is what they did. We were up bright and early and had a great time. Christmas is such a wonderful time of year and even though it is stressful and I never quite get everything done. It is still my favorite!!