Bountiful blessings

Christmas blessings:

Friday after work, I went to spend a little time with my friends Harold, Michele and their beautiful baby, Nate.

Then I headed to my dad's to have a Christmas celebration with a few people from his church; food, games and a lot of laughter.

I was able to connect with my brother in Iraq via online messaging twice this weekend, the first contact in nearly 2 months :)

I stayed at my dad's Friday night and headed up to Ma's to celebrate with Sally's family. Then she and I met Dad at their church for a Christmas Eve service, out to dinner with some of their friends, Christmas Eve service with my church family, and finally ended the evening with my dear friends, Bruno, Sarah and their precious children Ella, Eli and Ava. And it was here at their home that I ended this incredible day as I fell asleep anticipating waking to each of these little ones. It was a great day, so many faces, so many smiles, all excited about our Savior and what this day of celebration represents.

I woke Christmas morning with such joy. These little ones hold a special place in my heart, this family, has been such a blessing to me. I know this tradition may not last forever, to enjoy Christmas morning together, but I have been so blessed these past three years.