I guess we'll remember Christmas 2011 as the year of
The Boring Tree! After Moriah tipped over the tree 3 times and after we discovered unscrewed light bulbs all over the house, we decided to take down the lights.
We then also felt justified in our decision to skip putting up our very expensive and extensive collection of Hallmark ornaments.
Every year we take a special picture, it's called the "Loot Picture"& it's purpose is to document the fun things the kids got for Christmas that year.
After having to replace many appliances this year, car repairs, and an unexpected cat/vet bill we had a more modest Christmas than years past. I hope we've managed to convey to our children that Christmas is not about getting, but giving. And we had a wonderful Christmas.
(Mike wouldn't call it a modest Christmas,
he would call it the Christmas we finally stayed in our budget.)
Emma's Loot
Aaron's Loot
Bekah's Loot
Mo wouldn't hold still for a "Loot Picture"So I'll just post this one instead,
She's a beautiful baby!
Merry Christmas to all& to all a goodnight!
