Christmas Break

Oh boy, Christmas break was soooo  great! We (the adults) both agree that this was the best break ever, because we were able to actually have some low-key time together as a family.  Our kids are getting so big and are so fun to be with. We feel we are in a wonderful place as a family.

This year we started having some questions about Santa Claus at our house and his authenticity.  A quote from Maisy: "Mom, just tell me if Santa is real or not.  I know that adults know the truth."

Wilson was slightly on the fence as well and it showed in his letter Santa.  He wrote his list as usual and it contained the average desires of an 8 year old boy.  But he saved the best things for his 2nd list on the 2nd page of his letter to Santa.  This is what he wrote:

"These ones are very special to me, they may already be on the list but they still would be very special to me.

Spy gear, whatever would make my mom happy, my own electric guitar and one more thing to give…..snow in Texas. Oh and a super power and my very own garden space. This has been a nice talk Santa. I hope you do visit me this year! I’ve been good!"

He then signed it and left a space for Santa to sign.  I loved this letter because it seemed like he wasn't sure about Santa, but figured hey! I'll just go for it and ask for a super power! 

 

The kids in their new Christmas pajamas.  Thanks Aunt Di!

Kasia went all out on the decorating this year.  Check out the beautiful garland thingie on the mantle.  You might have to click to make the picture bigger so that you can see all the great detailed loveliness.  She put the whole thing together with nothing but inspiration and pipe cleaners.  Awesome.

Maisy's favorite present was a pair of roller skates.  She's doing a great job getting accustomed to the skates.  I'm sure she'll be hitting the roller derby in no time.

And here's a little clip highlighting Maisy's skating skills, along with Wilson's brotherly helping.

Kasia's parents, Sterling and Rena, spent a couple of days with us over the break.  We had a blast with Grammy and Grampy, as always.

That's just Ace being Ace.

We went to Bastrop, TX just before New Year's to celebrate the wedding of Kasia's cousin Kirsten.  While there we were able to snap a photo of 4 generations of women!  L-R: Rena Ming, Judy Eady (Rena's mom), Maisy, Kasia.  It was a very special evening.

Now that we're back into the hustle, bustle, and general craziness of real life, it makes our low-key Christmas break seem even more special.  Only 11 and  1/2 months until we can do it again!