2011 into 2012

Christmas 2011

Thankful for a blessing-filled Christmas this year with family!

Christmas Eve

Christmas Day

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Christmas 2011

Hope your season was just as merry!

Merry Christmas!

Our beautiful card this year - thank you to my sister, Kim, for designing the gorgeous layout yet again!

Annual Tree Chop 2011

Catching up on blogging!!! Another year of fun at the tree farm with the Merson crew!

Holiday Cheer!

Some fun snapshots of holiday happenings!

Thankful Heart

Just really feeling a heart of gratitude lately for the rich blessings in my life. My husband and two children truly delight and overwhelm my heart. Thank you Lord for your constant provision over our home. Truly thankful! Happy early Thanksgiving to all!

Charlotte Madeline, 4.5 years

Grant Oliver, 17 months

Dedication

On November 6th we had Grant dedicated to the Lord by my brother-in-law and pastor, Pete. He dedicated Charlotte for us as well so this was extremely special for our family.

The name Grant Oliver name means "Great Fruitfulness". Pete shared a wonderful word about what that can mean for Grant as he grows in his faith as Chris and I raise him to know God.

Our family after the ceremony at our home. We love you, Grant!

Trick or SWEET!

Charlotte really wanted to be (the vintage version of) Strawberry Shortcake this year with Grant as her little strawberry. I figured this would be the last year I could get away with a baby/cutesy/mom dressed me like a strawberry type of costume since next Halloween he will be 2.5...

So, Charlotte got her wish, and I got to dress two very adorable trick-or-treaters. My mom found the vintage dress second-hand and we added an apron and accessories. Was happy to score the strawberry costume at The Children's Place. What fun these two had together.

Hope your Halloween was just as sweet!

Pretty good look-alike, no?