We wanted to share some pictures from our little Christmas. Santa was very good to all of us and brought Sadie her big girl bed. Sadie wasnt too thrilled with the idea at first but quickly realized how nice the bed is and loves it. My brother bought her the adorable comforter and Sadie loves the little owls on it. We had decided earlier this year to have a little low key Christmas with fewer presents than previous years and focus more on the true meaning of Christmas and reach out to those less fortunate than us.
On Christmas Eve, we gathered up toys, blankets, towels and clothes to bring to our local homeless shelter. Sadie even brought her piggy bank. We headed to The Road House and dropped off all of our items and donations. Both Charlie and I were overwhelmed as we saw all the homeless people lining the streets around the shelter.
As we left, we both agreed that helping the Road House would be a new tradition of ours.
This was our first Christmas without my dad and I really struggled throughout the day. I knew that the holidays would be difficult but I wasnt prepared for all the different emotions. However, my appreciation for our Savior and His plan of salvation has only intensified throughout these experiences. Life has a way of teaching you lessons when you least expect them.
We are looking forward to the new year, 2008 hasnt been the best for us! Charlie will be starting his second semester at the U, I also am going back to school and Sadie will be changing days at her preschool and also starting a new dance class.
We hope that each of you had a very jolly holiday!
Big Girl Bed!
On Christmas Eve, we gathered up toys, blankets, towels and clothes to bring to our local homeless shelter. Sadie even brought her piggy bank. We headed to The Road House and dropped off all of our items and donations. Both Charlie and I were overwhelmed as we saw all the homeless people lining the streets around the shelter.
As we left, we both agreed that helping the Road House would be a new tradition of ours.
This was our first Christmas without my dad and I really struggled throughout the day. I knew that the holidays would be difficult but I wasnt prepared for all the different emotions. However, my appreciation for our Savior and His plan of salvation has only intensified throughout these experiences. Life has a way of teaching you lessons when you least expect them.
We are looking forward to the new year, 2008 hasnt been the best for us! Charlie will be starting his second semester at the U, I also am going back to school and Sadie will be changing days at her preschool and also starting a new dance class.
We hope that each of you had a very jolly holiday!
Big Girl Bed!
8 comments:
Giving to the less fortunate has got to be a great tradition. Looks like you had lots of fun. Remembering our Savior and the time for reflection-blessings in our lives. I wish you the best in 2009.
What a fun Christmas! Sadie's new bed is SO cute! I love the Fancy Nancy books! I can't wait till Hannah is old enough to ejoy them with me.
2008 has been a hard one for our family,too...hopefully 2009 will be better! Sadie's big girl bed is so cute. I love the comforter. Glad you guys had a fun day.
Sadie's bed is so cute. Looks like you guys had a great time, and started a great tradition. Happy New Year
Mary - you guys are too special. Thanks for setting such a great example for our family. I'm sure your donations were well recieved by those in need. We love ya, and miss you guys always. Oh, and about 2008. Lets get together soon and drown our sorrows away with a little sparkling cider, and some of your homemade chocolate chip cookies. You game?
Looks like a fun time. Merry christmas.
Cute big girl bed! That's so nice you were able to help the less fortunate. It's so sweet that Sadie took her piggy bank! I'm sure your Dad was watching over you all and is surprised how quickly Sadie is growing! Happy New Year!
I'm glad you guys had a wonderful Christmas! Sadie's bed is so cute. Can I just say again that we love, love, love your Christmas gift! You are always so creative and wonderful!
Here's hoping that 2009 will bring us both a few of the things we've been wanting! :)
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