Tuesday, December 25, 2012

Predawn Magic, Giving and Receiving, The Future

Marian in her new hat and a new nightie and adorned with ribbon.
 1. Mari and I were the first awake early this morning. We sat together, she on my lap, and shared this wondrous, magical Christmas morning. The lights on the tree lit the room revealing pretty gifts  placed all around. I see that other Santas have been here after me.
2. Thoughtful gifts, fun gifts, gifts with stories attached, gifts to share; our love and caring for one another is expressed through our giving of even the smallest thing.
3. Mari slept in our room last night to be away from the noise of late comers and late night preparations. After I came to bed, I listened to her in her crib, her even breathing and her little mumbles in her sleep. I stayed awake pondering this other little person in my room.
4. Everyone pitched in the breakfast preparations, which I really appreciated. (Breakfast actually ended up being brunch.) Grapefruit sections, Bacon Cheddar Scones, and scrambled eggs. The older kids brought the ingredients for, and made Bloody Mary's. This was a new addition to our menu and I think my favorite item : )

8 comments:

  1. I love this picture so much!I could just stare at it for an hour!

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  2. Marian is adorable in her fur hat! You describe your Christmas morning so well - it's lovely that you had that time with her before everyone else was up.

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  3. What a beautiful granddaughter you have. I have just caught up with all of your latest happenings. I am sorry I've been so lax in blog reading lately. Life just caught up with me. Nevermind, I am here now. Looks like you had a fabulous Christmas. Family times are the best of times. Wishing you a very Happy New Year! xxoo

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  4. Mignonette foto!

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  5. awww, I'm speechless at that photo

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  6. How sweet and precious! I hope you and yours had the best Christmas ever.

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  7. What a little treasure. It sounds like you had a wonderful celebration with family, as it should be at this special time.

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  8. blessings and love to you and your loved ones~

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