Christmas with love

Growing up in this country, I have always felt this time of year to be the most heartwarming. And even though our traditions are a bit different, our faith does believe in the birth of Christ and giving to others. So I think it is ok to
celebrate Christmas and enjoy all the love that it brings.



We got Arya a few gifts and told him Santa brought them. Not sure how long he'll believe in that but he seemed excited in the morning. :)



It has also been extremely cold so we have to bundle up wherever we go.



We went to Kami & Tina's this year for Kami's 35th birthday (which is really tomorrow) but for the kids to exchange gifts and for us to visit. Arya really liked their tree and admired all the ornaments on it.



Kami's birthday cake was like a present with a blue bow on it. Cute.
And here is my little cake monster.



And now eating nicely :)



The real fun is playing with toys!!!! I don't think they stopped the entire time we were there! :) The best part about that is falling asleep on time! :)



And here is the one with all of us together.

December at home

The holidays always bring a warmth even when it's cold outside. We decided on a white tree this year. For some reason it stood out besides all the rest and Arya really liked it. So we brought it home.
Every time I look at it when it's lit up it just brightens my mood and makes me think about the Light in our lives.





We have been sick again thanks to the parents who bring their sick kids to play with Arya but what can a person do? Kids are kids and germs spread with them. So aside from taking care of my baby I had to prevent myself from really getting sick. This would have been the second time in 1 month! Ali and I bought this stuff Yin Chao Cold Stop a while back and more than ever I believe in it now. It really stopped it just before it was about to start! Luckily! And even though I can't really do much with the allergies, the cold was kicked out the door!













During our caged days however here is Arya playing and being mischievious.
He has been doing good going to the bathroom on his own and it is a BIG accomplishment! Yay! Just had to mention that. :) And now we are working on eating all kinds of food by himself. For the most part if he is not distracted he can do it.