Decorating the Christmas Tree

We have been decorating the house but stopped short of the living room Christmas tree (we have one in the kitchen and one in each of the girl's rooms...I know... don't say it.) Anyway, here is a little idea of our nice evening. We had cookies and sparkling cider and Christmas carols. Nicole was so excited and, when it was all over, she came up behind me and gave me a hug. Then she said, "This feels just like Christmas." I pray this will be one of those good memories she will always carry with her.

The snacks were a hit with Allyson.

Allyson is really getting into dress-up or "nup" as she calls it. For the longest time we kept thinking she was asking for a nap. Finally, we figured it out! Here she's sporting her Cinderella dress.

If the above picture didn't look dangerous enough, watch this:

It's cold enough for a fire! Perfect atmosphere. 

We showed Nicole Daddy and Mommy's "First Christmas" ornament. 

Then Nicole's "First Christmas" ornament.

And, finally, Allyson's "First Christmas" ornament. 

Daddy puts the star on top. 

You have no idea what it was like getting these last two pictures...