I love Christmastime. So...here are some random thoughts and pictures.
Gingerbread houses!!...or Graham Cracker Houses. We make them at my Grandma's Christmas party every year, and this year was no exception! It was lots of fun...and Steve got to make one too. Although he slightly outdid us with a very finely crafted extra large house! And also at my Grandma's Christmas party...........
Santa Claus!! Yep...and of course he looks nothing like my dad... ;) We all got to sit on his lap and ask him for one Christmas present this year.
Last night, I watched the LDS movie "Joy to the World". I had never seen the whole thing before, and it was incredible! I really liked the part about the people in the Americas. I've read that account a few times, but it was really neat to see it acted out at the same time as the Christmas story! It really helps me to realize why we celebrate this season!!
It's for Him. Jesus Christ. The first gift our Father gave us...which led to Christ's Atonement- the greatest gift any brother could give us. So in the end, it's not about the presents, the tree, or even Santa Claus! It's all about Jesus Christ. That's what this whole season boils down to. That's what everything in the world boils down to! Everything in the world bears witness of Christ...I don't remember what that scripture is...but it's true! Christmas has always meant Friends and Family too. So, I shall close with a picture of my best friend, who I wish I were able to spend Christmas with.
And now I'm off to see "A Christmas Carol" with my family. A tradition I absolutely love, as it helps me get in the giving spirit :D I love you all, and wish you a VERY MERRY CHRISTMAS!
Gingerbread houses!!...or Graham Cracker Houses. We make them at my Grandma's Christmas party every year, and this year was no exception! It was lots of fun...and Steve got to make one too. Although he slightly outdid us with a very finely crafted extra large house! And also at my Grandma's Christmas party...........
Santa Claus!! Yep...and of course he looks nothing like my dad... ;) We all got to sit on his lap and ask him for one Christmas present this year.
Last night, I watched the LDS movie "Joy to the World". I had never seen the whole thing before, and it was incredible! I really liked the part about the people in the Americas. I've read that account a few times, but it was really neat to see it acted out at the same time as the Christmas story! It really helps me to realize why we celebrate this season!!
It's for Him. Jesus Christ. The first gift our Father gave us...which led to Christ's Atonement- the greatest gift any brother could give us. So in the end, it's not about the presents, the tree, or even Santa Claus! It's all about Jesus Christ. That's what this whole season boils down to. That's what everything in the world boils down to! Everything in the world bears witness of Christ...I don't remember what that scripture is...but it's true! Christmas has always meant Friends and Family too. So, I shall close with a picture of my best friend, who I wish I were able to spend Christmas with. 
And now I'm off to see "A Christmas Carol" with my family. A tradition I absolutely love, as it helps me get in the giving spirit :D I love you all, and wish you a VERY MERRY CHRISTMAS!
