One of the kids favorite countdowns is making  a mess   snowflakes together. You can see  here  that some things have not changed over the years.   Our tree is up, our presents are wrapped, our Christmas cards have been sent.  We are all feeling ready for Christmas to come.  The kids are anxious for some time off…

Christmas eve is a special night and one of my very favorite nights of the year.  I love our traditions and the excitement in the air with every minute that passes. We spent the day baking, bringing treats to our neighbors and enjoying Christmas music and movies.  As amazing as the day is, the night is when the ma…