Christmas 2017 All Wrapped Up

Closing out Christmas Eve by bringing the north pole to our home is such a privilege.  I love the anticipation as we tuck them into bed and wonder how their little faces will light up in the morning.  

 The room was busting with running, smiling, and squealing with delight as they rushed into the room  to find evidence of Santa's visit.  "How did he know that was exactly what I always wanted!?" Henry exclaimed as he laid eyes on his chainsaw, megaphone, and race track.  Mallie Lynn was a giddy little princess to find her Tracker and Everest Pup, the two little things she had obsessed over for months.

Our morning couldn't have been more perfectly orchestrated.  Ford slept while Henry and Mallie Lynn enjoyed the first part of their Christmas morning which meant both Barry and I were able to watch them in all their excitement with full attention.  He woke up a happy little prince and enjoyed his first Christmas like a champ.  He truly loved his presents and was interested in playing with his baby toys for quite some time.  

 

What a gift we were given in him.  Last Christmas I couldn't have imagined that we would be hanging another stocking this season and filling our home with more love than we ever knew was possible.  It was such a sweet morning celebrating our Savior, gifting each other, and then taking a moment to relax and play.  

 This is what Henry looks like when he gets a new mask, bike helmet and snow boots at the same time.  He HAD to put them all on so he could go outside and patrol the neighborhood.  What a character this awesome little guy is.

 Our day ended with a relaxing get together for our Cooper Christmas get together.  Spending our time enjoying conversation, eating delicious food, and watching our kiddos as entertainment was a wonderful way to wrap up the holiday.  When the hustle stops bustling, and the presents are all unwrapped it's nice to just sit down and relax with your loves.

 This guy.  Gets a spy kit and decides he needs to dress and act the part of Inspector Gadget to arrive at his Gran and Pops in style; what a little entertainer.

 Another Christmas is packed away and along with it the memories to hang onto for a lifetime.  I'm so grateful for the gift of Christmas and topping it off with the family God has given me is the icing on my sugar cookie.  I just might start celebrating the day after Halloween next year so I can pack in all the moments I possibly can on this joyous holiday.