Christmas Memories

Love Always, Santa Claus

Dear Sebastian and Brooklyn,

I want to start by saying how very much I have appreciated your direct and consistent correspondence between myself and the elves this year... Sebastian, I know that it is you that did the majority of the letter writing, and that you used your voice to ask not only for your self, but also for your little brother, your friends and other family members as well.  I received your letters, each one of them and enjoyed reading what you wrote.  I am so glad that your parents decided to place that magical mailbox in your living room, how convenient... no trips to the post office!

Sebastian, seeing as you are the older child, I would like to address you first... I have watched and monitored your behavior all year long.  There are so many different situations that have made me extremely proud of you and have proven to myself, as well as those around you, what a very good boy you are indeed.  I have watched you grow this year, physically as well as emotionally and mentally.  I have watched all the way from the North Pole as you have begun your transition into  young boyhood.  You are kind and considerate.  You are intelligent and witty.  You have a wonderful sense of humor and are one of the sweetest boys I know.   I love how you think of others before you think of yourself.  I saw that you gave your watch to a friend without hesitation and that you have collected two boxes full of your toys for me to take with me tonight, and give to the little girls and boys that are so much less fortunate than you are.  Thank you.  I can hardly believe that this is the fourth Christmas that I have visited your home and left you with the gifts that I have chosen for you... My, my, how the years have flown by... You have become a remarkable young man...

 

Brooklyn, I can hardly believe how quickly you have grown... And what is this? You are walking! Just in time for Christmas! How excited I am for you and for all of the wondermint that there is to be discovered by newly striding feet!  You have been a joy to watch throughout the last twelve months... I am witness to the happiness that you provide to those around you on a daily basis.   You, sweet boy, are defiantly atop the Nice list this year.  I hope that you enjoy the gifts that I chose for you, seeing as I didn't have much guidance... I understand though that you have a healthy appetite and so from one food enthusiast to another, enjoy the treats Mrs. Clause included for you...  Enjoy each day of the year to come, as so much is in store for you.... Go as far as your little feet will take you, although take the time to slow down every once in awhile and sit in the warmth of a hug or a tickle...  Please know how very much your family loves you...

Thank you both  for the wonderful cookies and milk that I found after coming though your chimney... What a treat!  The reindeer appreciated the food as well, they were in need of a good snack... 

 

I wish for you both this year,the very Merriest Christmas possible... May you enjoy unwrapping your gifts and playing with your toys... Although, please remember this.... 

The greatest gift that you have both been given is each other.  Brotherhood is no doubt the greatest gift of all. The ability to have another person in your life to share your greatest moments as well as greatest hardships.  An equal, a confidant, a partner in all that you do. Your flesh and blood, your forever friend...your brother.  Take care of one another and love each other the way only brothers can.  

Merry Christmas to two of the finest boys I know...

 Love Always, Santa Claus

Tick Tock

I can not believe that we only have one day left until Christmas!  This month flew by... I am putting the finishing touches on all things Christmas....

Gluing,Glittering,Wrapping,Writing,Knitting,Folding,Stringing,

Beading,Baking,Decorating,Hanging,Addressing,Stamping,

Ordering,Uploading,Downloading,

Folding,Sorting,Thanking,

Remembering...

One

Day

Left!

To all of my beloved family and friends... I wish to you the very Merriest Christmas possible! May your day be spent with the ones you love most and remember that the most precious gift given day in and day out is the opportunity to live our lives; and to do so to the fullest extent of our ability... Grasp life. Cherish those you love. Celebrate yourself. 

Family Christmas Celebration

We had a wonderful time with my sister and nephew this weekend.... It is always such a treat to have them here with us!  I always wish that they were able to stay longer.  Christmas came early for us Saturday... A preview of what's to come on the 25th! Here is some of what happened...

Our House Today

Best Buddies

With almost two weeks worth of a Winter break upon us, Sebastian had asked me if we could make a few cards to give some friends at school, so that we could invite them to meet up for a play date.  I thought that it was a great idea, and the rest was up to him.  He knew exactly what he wanted to do, what material to use etc... I of course wrote the content of the card, but he of course told me what to write... He not only signed each of the cards but also penned the names of his friends all by himself! Wow!  I am so impressed with how far his penmanship has come!  I am so excited for him to give these sweet little cards to his "best buddies" tomorrow!

Dear Santa...Part Two

Today Sebastian asked me to help him pen yet another letter to Santa.  He told me that he wanted to change some things that he had put into the previous letter, and so he did.  Most of what changed was that he provided an updated list of items for his friends, Papa and I.  Also he asked for Santa to bring his cousins to his house, and remembered to thank both Santa and the elves at the end of the letter... Sealed, stamped and sent securely to the North Pole tonight, via the little candy cane mailbox in our living room.... Pure magic.

Sebastian's Surprise Sugar Cookie Delivery

This is a story that involves a boy who's heart is sweeter then than all of the sugar cookies in the world!  

I thought that it would be a great idea to surprise Sebastian tonight... Instead of heading off to bed after dinner, we headed right out the door, into our car and onto the road!  We had a mission!  I had spent the early evening baking sugar cookies... Somewhere along the third baking sheet full, I got to thinking... Wouldn't it be fun to surprise Sebastian's friends with a bag full of warm sugar cookies!

How better to remind my son of what it feels like to give a gift when it is not expected, and the wonderful feeling that accompanies a good deed.  We headed out to four different homes.  Four different families of friends who have touched our lives this year...  In the car driving to the four destinations, we had a chance to talk, and reflect upon what it is that make our friends so special... We also had a chance to sing many a Christmas carol, and to look at some beautiful light displays... This was a wonderful idea!  The first two families were home and surprised by our unannounced arrival! Such fun!  The second two families were not home, but we got to imagine the surprise they would encounter upon coming home and finding a little bag full of cookies!  I am so  glad that we took this time to remember what Christmas and friendship is really about... About a block from our house, Sebastian was yawning and telling me that he was sleepy... Then I hear this... "I have the nicest friends... They make my heart super happy..." And that makes my heart happier than he will ever know. Merry Christmas!

Busy, Busy, Busy

I am officially in the midst of all things Christmas... I am busily preparing for my first of many Christmas celebrations next weekend with my lovely sister and nephew... Lots of glitter, lots of cookie dough, you get the idea... Pictures soon to follow... Happy Preparing!