Ok, so the real reason (for me) is that every time I take the kids to do shopping, they stop every time to look and touch and almost pull apart the christmas trees they have set up. So I figured if we put ours up, the excitement of the shopping centre trees will dwindle a little and I will only have to stand there and say "don't touch!" for only 5 mins rather than 10. They love them! They also love looking at the lovely nativity scene they have set up- which reminds me, I really want to have one in our home as the kids love to see baby Jesus in the manger.
Anyway, we had a lovely time putting up the tree, and there were NO fights! Elly even suggested all on her own that Noah put the star up this year because she had a turn last year. It was so sweet and generous of her, and just confirmed to me that miracles do happen :) The kids (with our help) did an awesome job! Even Noah got into it and placed the decorations on so gently and nicely and rubbed his hands together after each one as to say "done...next!" It was so cute.
Tonight before bed, the kids and I sat in the living room, snuggled together with Noah's 'Bob Bob' blanket, and just looked at the tree as I sang them some christmas carols- I really need to find our Christmas cd, It's much better than my singing. The tree is lighting up my living room beautifully and reminding me each time I see it how much I love the christmas season!
I cried, we wish we could have been there. Al and I are grateful you guys are keeping the tradition going....xoxo
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