The Most Wonderful Time of the Year

 So many fun memories are made in December.  Not only is it the Santa Party, it's also so many good times with friends and family.

Our annual ornament exchange is one of my very favorite things!  I am so thankful for this group of ladies.  A few weren't able to be there this year, but they are loved just the same!

Madison was selected to sing in her school's honor choir this year. 
Her Christmas performance was so impressive!

Very proud Aunt and Uncle.  We just adore Miss Madison and her many talents.

A few days later, a big group of moms took these girls to see the Edge Dance Christmas Spectacular.  It was simply fantastic!  Madison's friend, Jazlyn was one of the dancers and did so well!

Maheera and Madison also enjoyed watching Briana sing and act in the show. 
She had the sweetest duet with her big sister.

Such a fun day for all of us...even Jackson liked the show!

It didn't hurt that some really cute 5th grade girls were in it that he knows well--their moms told me that they were thrilled that he and his buddies came to watch it:)

This year it was also my good friend's 40th birthday.  We celebrated with a party at her house--Happy Birthday, Mandy!

The next night was the Gift of Christmas at Prestonwood Baptist Church.  I bought tickets on 10/30, the day they went on sale.  To say I was looking forward to it, would be a serious understatement.  My plans were derailed, though, when Cami started throwing up as we pulled into the church parking lot.  She and I went home...

while the others stayed to watch the most amazing show ever.

By the next day, I had three kids with the flu.  Boo!

After a few days, they were slowly feeling better, and ready to make our Gingerbread house.

Another fun project checked off our list. 
Stay tuned for highlights from The Gift of Christmas, that was enjoyed by the rest of our fam!