Merry Christmas!

What a magical Christmas morning! Santa arrived, despite the foggy night. We were a little worried he wouldn't be able to find Portland, but his reindeer expertly guided his sleigh. Stanley and Lisa awoke to full stockings and fun presents under the tree. Santa brought Lisa an activity table and Stanley a drum set and guitar.

There were so many presents to open. Lisa got some blocks from Mommy and Daddy, baby keys from Stanley, and a giant bear from Auntie Monica. Stanley got a headlamp from Mimi and Papa, a yeti-catcher toy from Uncle Eric, and an Octo-compass from Mommy and Daddy. (Of course there's so much more: books, games, & more trucks.)

After opening presents we had homemade cinnamon rolls for breakfast. You know a kid is excited to play with his new toys when we doesn't even finish his cinnamon roll! Lisa had goat cheese, bananas, and rice crackers. She was so hungry! I had to wake her up when her brother got up, so she ate breakfast and went back to sleep for a nap.

Glory and Max got new pet beds, and Glory even got a new toy. She got to do her favorite activity on Christmas morning: pulling the stuffing out of a plush toy!

This has been such a special Christmas. Adding Lisa to our family has made our lives filled with even more love. Stanley and Lisa are so full of joy and wonder, it makes Christmas such a magical time.  I know these years of them being small are limited, so I'm trying to soak in every moment. If I could freeze time right now, I would. These are the days I will look back on and remember so fondly.

Merry Christmas to all our friends and family near and far! The only thing that would have made this Christmas any more special would be spending time with you. Sending you all lots of love!