Some traditions are just wonderful the way they are and for the better part of 10 years, Jed and I have celebrated Christmas Eve in Pauls Valley with his family and we spend Christmas Day with my family (in the early days in Guthrie, in the later years either in Edmond or Norman). I love the way we break up the holiday and hope we can continue this tradition for many, many years.
This year was a hard one because it was the first Christmas we didn't have Mama Lou and her presence was definitely missed; however, her spirit was definitely felt! It was a very low key affair this year and was quite enjoyable because for the first time all three kids, Karis, Keller, and Alayna were old enough to open presents and take part in all of the festivities. No more babies around anymore. The kids are growing up so fast, I have to stop and think to myself for a moment, "Where has the time gone?" I wish I was better at photographing the memories but I tend to get caught up in the moment and forget to take a picture until the moment is gone. Perhaps that will be my 2014 resolution?
Keller certainly made a haul this year but two of his favorite presents were a huge Darth Vader
and Leonardo the Ninja Turtle.
Alayna made Christmas so much fun this year. She is 1 1/2 and is a ball of fire. She can sure keep Keller and Karis on their toes and is going to be bossing those two around as long as they let her get away with it. Wouldn't you let her boss you though? Look at that face!!
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| Alayana Lynn, 1 1/2 years old. How can you not love that face? |
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| Mommo, Bapa, Alayna, Karis, Lola (the dog), Keller (and Lion and Leo-I've been instructed to tell you) |
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