Another Christmas

When we returned home from Boise, the boys had a Christmas waiting at Clint's parents home. They were thrilled to share the opening of their presents with Grandpa Bruce and Grandma Marian. The boys each painted some pictures as their Christmas gift to Grandma and Grandpa.

Brennan got an art set and he was already busy at work writing a "movie." Derek wanted to draw too, so Brennan shared his new gift with him.

Simplify

This year I decided not to put up our big Christmas tree. We had a lot of things going on in the beginning of December and I just couldn't find the time or energy. I also knew we wouldn't be home over Christmas, so this year we just did a little bit. The boys didn't mind and our home still felt like Christmas. 

It's nice to be able to pick and choose the priorities for each season in our lives. It will always change, and we can modify our habits to accommodate life.