One of the hardest parts of children growing up is holidays. While we’d love for them to part of OUR festivities each and every holiday, it’s more important for them to form their own traditions.
It was our first Christmas without Jennifer. Yes, she was gone on a mission one year and the previous year, she was married but brought her husband home with her. But this year it was different . . . not in a bad way, but somewhat bittersweet. Their little family was celebrating on their own.
However, we did take GREAT joy in having Allie and David home.
Paul needed to shovel before fetching David from the train station. . .
David and Allie hadn’t spent much time together though they live in the same state. What better way than to put a jigsaw puzzle together.
David endured the picture taking, while Allie embraced it.
David is determined to beat Paul at arm wrestling so every visit includes a few rounds. . .
I’m not even sure who wins, but it’s always lively.
Nothing does this mom’s heart more good than the sounds of her family enjoying each other’s company. It makes for the best holiday memories.
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