Decorating

Our house is now decorated for Christmas.  The tree looks wonderful - the boys did a great job and are a fun age to help.  I was blessed this year with the ability to enjoy decorating individually with each child.  Luke and I started with his ornaments while Dominic was at school.  We were able to take our time and I could tell stories about why o rhow each ornament came to be with us.  That afternoon, while Luke was napping, I was able to cherish this time with Dominic.  Later that evening, that boys were sitting by the tree and I heard them each explaining their ornaments to each other.  I got teary eyed - our own little Hallmark commerical - listening to each one tell the stories of their own Hallmark Keepsake Ornaments.

Oh - I did watch the Hallmark movie that was on the other night.  I cried like a baby through the entire movie - including the commericals.

Our house elf, Gunner, has made his return from the North Pole this year.  The boys are so excited to have him back.  I need to take pictures of Gunner and the places he likes to hide.  The boys love trying to find him in the mornings - but I have had to talk with Gunner about  remembering to change places!