Sometimes in life we need gentle little reminders of those things that we know deep down. You know those things, that if asked, we know the correct answer, but "things" can get in the way. My gentle reminder: Christmas really is about two important things... celebrating Jesus's birth and being with/remembering family. That's all. It's not about the items you open or the place you are. The video is a clip in the vein of the intro scene (not available on youtube) to one of my favorite Christmas movies, Love Actually. The simplicity of this scene keeps you humble and reminds us the power of love and family. I hope it touches you the way it does me.
Christmas was much different for the Young/Eaton/Barrineau family this year, definitely for the still Young family. We spent Christmas Eve in a Holiday Inn Express, and enjoyed continental brkfst surrounded by snow and xmas trees that we didn't decorate. Christmas presents weren't all wrapped, and they sat on a table rather than under a tree. But, I could've cared less the package or what came in it (althought they were awesome), because I spent it with people I love. With the past year being so unpredictable, I wasn't even sure that I'd be spending Christmas with anyone, and I'm so grateful that not only did I spend it with my fam, but I also got to enjoy seeing my BEAUTIFUL new nephew, Henry. And, yes, he's a boy, and he's beautiful. ;) It's amazing, it feels like yesterday that we had the first Christmas with the Andrew and Matthew. I can't wait to see them all today!
So, enough of my sentimental chatter, and on to the pictures! I was Santa this year, thanks to my hat from Jingle Step Aerobics.
Christmas Breakfast in the Lobby - Not exactly the usual belgian waffles, but a white Christmas, with trees! :)
Two essential elements to a stocking: an orange in the toe and nuts. 
New toy! Very snazzy camera perfect size for an evening clutch!
Demonstrating my new toy!
Daddy's first attempt at a "self-portrait" without a remote control! Pretty good, right? 
Momma and me!
Cute photo of M&D.
Smallest Young family tree, with presents. 
"Christmas Dinner"
Playing Santa for the Barrineau's.
Self-portrait take 2. Better!
The "babies."
Christmas baking with Momma.
And the results!! :) Aren't they beautiful, thanks to my new cake decorating tips!
Thankful for 2 babies this Christmas!
Love the pics! Hope you had a Merry Christmas! I missed seeing you.
ReplyDeleteI did send you a Christmas card with my cute family pic on it but it got sent back to me. I double checked the address you sent me and I had it correct so I don't know why they didn't send it to you. Oh well...
Love and miss you!
Courtney
I too love that opening scene of Love Actually (and the entire tangled-love-web of a movie)!
ReplyDeletePS: Cute babies!!