This month has been a crazy one--to say the least! First of all THE SNOW! We are definitely having a white Christmas and it keeps snowing....
We had a cookie party with my sister, Hilary, and my brother, Seth and his wife, Melinda. We baked about 20 dozen cookies. The kids called it Santa's cookie factory. We all had a great time decorating and listening to Christmas music! Great traditions!
Because this month was so busy, I procrastinated getting our family pictures taken. My friend, Jennilynn, saved the day with some great family portraits! Thanks, Jennilynn!
Last week was busy! First was our ward's Enrichment Christmas Social on Tuesday. It was very stressful getting it all put together. I completely neglected my kids and anything Christmas for two full weeks--thank goodness I had Heidi to keep me sane and all the help from all my "Enrichment Specialists"! Thank you guys! We had a pretty good turn out and I'm just glad it's over! 'Nuf said! Moving On!
On Wednesday we had the girls' dance recital. They danced to "Frosty the Snowman" and got to see Santa. I'm so proud of them that they actually danced and didn't get too shy in front of all the parents! It was so fun to see them shine!
Friday was the girls' Kindergarten program. They sang a lot of songs and there was a video of them reciting "Twas the night before Christmas". Both Emma and Sophia got to be bell ringers for "Jingle Bells". It was really cute. They really got into it!
Friday Night was Michael's company party and Saturday was our 11th wedding anniversary. So we combined the two and got a free dinner for our anniversary! It's hard to believe we've been married that long--makes me feel old! It's hard to have our anniversary this month but we've made a tradition of Christmas shopping for each other together and it gives us a great excuse to spend time together during this crazy month. I love you, Michael! You are the best thing in my life!
As busy as this month was, I was able to get up most of my Christmas decorations. There are still a few bins that were never unpacked and there are MANY projects that went by the way side (putz houses for my glitter village). But overall, I like the way it all turned out!
My trees! I did 3 this year. The big one is the Homemade Tree. It's filled with all the ornaments made by Grandma Sophie, Grandma Huber, and Grandma Trish. We even have ornaments Michael made growing up. Many of the ornaments are that vintage style I'm addicted to! It's a very special tree! Then I have my tree. Red, silver and black.Very modern. Then I have my Santa tree with all Santa ornaments (most of which Trish collected over the years). I add to it every year! I have a problem--I know! But I love decorating for Christmas!
I love and hate this time of year! I love the magic of Christmas. But I hate not having time to enjoy it. I love creating sweet memories for my kids and love making new traditions with my family. I love the opportunity to think of my Savior more and remember what an important thing it was that He was born and lived and died for us to live with Him again. Merry Christmas!
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8 comments:
WOW. You are amazing Amanda! Beautiful decor, I think your table settings and deco is my fav!! How do you do it all? Sheesh!
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How do you make the picture collages on your blog??? Loooove them!
wow, this all looks amazing! i think you are the most creative person i know! wish we could be there to see it in person! oh, and i love your playlists! sometimes i come on here just to enjoy your music! we have that sarah mclachlan album too-- i love it! have a merry christmas!
Three Trees!! Holy Cow!! I love the Cookie Workshop, what a fun tradition. Your pictures are beautiful, I enjoyed seeing you in the Christmas card this year.
Wow Amanda...great job for a very busy month. I hope you get some sleep tonight!! Your decorations are awesome. I love my red/white tree also. It's so baren around this part of the world that I leave mine up through March, just to keep me smiling! I leave most of my snowmen out until late February also. All so fun...enjoy the little ones cause it doesn't last! Hope you get to see Katie soon and hug my baby! Love, Lisa
Lady, I'm tired just reading about all you did. You never cease to amaze me. It is all lovely. The family pictures, the trees, the table, the kids... all of it.
I recognize several of the ornaments on the handmade tree! Gotta love handy grandmas!!!
Wow Amanda, You did a terrific job in hosting a most wonderful party. Thanks for making it so special. Your pictures and descriptions are wonderful. The food was fabulous. Cliff and I thank you sooooo much for making this a great event. Thanks to both you and Michael for putting up with ALL of the family. Now I hope I can get this to work and it will go through, I'm not much good at this blog business....Love, Trish
Ha! I got it to work - there's hope for us all !!!!! Trish
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