Christmas Morning

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Christmas Eve

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Clara's Preschool Christmas Party

Clara was so excited for her preschool party especially since parents were invited to join them. Though very informal, it was fun to see her in her school environment and with her friends.

O Christmas Tree

 Setting up the tree was fun but a little hectic with a three year old acting director and an 8 month old crawler.

 Clara was very excited to help put the angel on the tree.

 Meghan kept herself amused with - what else? - a box.

 The finished product - new this year... a red and silver ribbon twist.

Just had to throw this one in... she's so happy after her bath and whenever Clara is around!

Middleburg Tree Farm

 We set out on Saturday, Dec. 11 to cut down our own tree. After a long drive, Clara was ready with the map to head towards the Norway Spruce areas.

 Meghan was cozy all snuggled up and enjoyed the fresh air.

 We decided on a beautiful Douglas Fir instead of the spruce. Clara and Chris set right to work .

 Success!

 A careful measure to make sure it will fit in the house.

The farm was quite large, so Clara's little legs were spent after trudging up and down the hills. Daddy was the hero pulling the tree and carrying Clara.

We'll share pictures of the finished product soon! 

Visit with Santa

 Clara prepares her letter for Santa.

 She wrote her list (Alphie the Robot, bicycle, helmet, Snow White dress, and zhu zhu pets) and Santa's name!

 Mailing the letter at Macy's before seeing him in person.

 A family picture was a welcome distraction during the 2.5 hour wait.

 It's almost our turn!

 Meghan was such a good girl!

Clara was nervous, but Santa gave her lots of time and they had a great conversation about Disney princesses. He said Clara had been a good girl. Meghan actually smiled a whole bunch because of the ringing bells and Mommy's silly antics, but this was the best picture. At least Mommy and Daddy were on the sidelines this year!