I can not believe the holidays have come and gone already (and I am so far behind on my blogging...gahhh!!). What an amazing season it was in our home: family, friends, and so much love! Even though Vaan is too little to know exactly what is going on, it was magical to watch Vaan's eyes light up when he saw the Christmas tree, to see him rip the wrapping paper off his presents, and watch him flash smiles and "check me out" eyes at everyone at family gatherings.
While Vaan did not know it was Christmas and while we did not completely empty our pocket books on the latest and greatest of toys, Vaan receieved so much, material and non-material, it will be a Christmas that will last a life time. The simplicity of Vaan's happiness: Mom singing, Dad reading to him, Auntie Erica jumping around, Uncle Sean playing roll the football, jumping like a wild man, and sitting like a big boy reminds me, and everyone, the true meaning of the holiday and for this I will be forever thankful. When times seem rough or the days get hard, I will remember this Christmas season and that happiness is simple. It is not the amount of gifts we give or receive, the amount of money we spend, or what we are compared to others; happiness is being with family and feeling surrounded by love. I am so thankful and appreciative of how much Vaan is loved and how much joy he brings others.
Christmas time always reminds me of all that is good in the world: lots of love, family, giving, and good cheer. This year, this feeling of sentiment has been brought to a whole new level. My home is filled with my amazing family and my heart is filled with love. As the Christmas season comes to a close and we begin a new year, I could not feel more blessed. Having a child gives living a whole new purpose and I thank God each and every day for the amazing life that has been given to me. This first Christmas and New Year as a family could not have been any better; it leaves me feeling incredibly happy and extremely excited for what 2013 has to bring!
CHEERS!
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