The holiday season seems fast and furious already. Sigh. I'm tired (story of my life right?)
Anyways, the festivities this weekend included visiting Santa (and picking out a new Christmas tree, to replace the one which wont stop falling over). Jayci had to convince Caden to get on Santa's lap, not that I blame him since he was slightly less than jolly.
Cute kids, if I do say so myself.
Meanwhile, Adam brought some of the boys for a little getaway at the amazing house of some sweet friends. The boys had a blast, and they had olympic events which involved wrangling goats. I'm mostly just sad I missed it, because I can only imagine the antics involved in five boys from the inner city wrangling a goat.
Later that day, we attended my work Christmas party. The best part of this event mostly revolves around good friends and a plethora of family.
And my date with his fresh haircut.
And my parents sporting their flashing glasses. For those of you who know my dad, this fashion accessory is greatly out of character for him. 
And today was for decking out the Stanley tree and attempting the family photo, which was more than a little challenging on a freezing cold/rainy day.
If anyone else feels as harried as I do at this point, I thought you might need to read some of these reminders. Of the real reason, of Truth, of grace, and what it means that God incarnate.
When you're this close to giving up hope - Ann Voskamp
Dwelt Among Us - Austin Channing Brown
Light Your Candles Quietly - Micha Boyett
A Gritty Nativity - Jessica Rock
Jesus isn't the reason for this party - Flower Patch Farmgirl
And a few from right here . . .