Storytime

Lyla has always loved books. We read at least 2 dozen books everyday. I think it is such a magical time together, where we get to snuggle up close, and loose ourselves in another world, for just a moment. 

Oh Christmas Tree

This was our first year since having Lyla that we bought our own Christmas tree. Her first Christmas, we were in the middle of a move, so we didn't get one, then her second, she was crawling, and I wasn't brave enough to risk it. But this year, she is old enough to actually get excited about it, so I'm glad we got one. We always get a real tree. Yes. . . . it costs money, but I love the smell of a real tree, and the joy of picking them out. 

Lyla had so much fun looking at trees. She totally freaked out when she saw these tiny ones not much taller then her. 'Bebe twee!!' She just wanted to give them hugs. 

By the time we got home, it was time for her nap. While she slept, we put up the tree. When she woke up, she was so mesmerized by it. She just wanted to look at everything that was on the tree, pointing it out and getting so excited. She loves having the lights on, and asks that they be on all the time. I love that she's excited for Christmas this year!

ABC's

This is Molly. The other day I was in the kitchen doing dished, when I caught Lyla teaching Molly her ABC's. She would take a letter off the fridge, then give it to Molly and tell her what it was. It was too cute! I love my smart little girl. She brings so much joy to my every day. It's little moments like this, that makes me feel like i'm going something right.

Thanksgiving

We had a really wonderful Thanksgiving this year. Lyla is finally getting to that age, where she is learning to play with others. And so having her cousins over was awesome. The one she really enjoyed playing with was cousin Nellie, who is just 5 months younger then her. I'm sure they will be best friends when they get older. As soon as Lyla woke up from her nap, the person she wanted was 'Newie'. It was pretty cute. 

Of course, it was just nice being surrounded by family. That's what I love about the holidays. 

Cousins coloring together.

All the girl cousins with Grandma- they're a little outnumbered, 7 to 3.  

Lyla giving Nellie hugs!