Even though Thanksgiving was early this year and we had over four weeks between holidays, it still seemed like Christmas snuck up on us! Gene did have 9 days of travel right before Christmas (he got home on the 22nd), I had finals in early December, and the boys and I were in school until the 20th or 21st. By the time we were all home and not traveling or working or heading to school, it was two days before Christmas, and I think that's why the season felt so busy this year. Here's hoping for a more relaxed holiday season in 2019!
We got our Christmas tree on the Saturday after Thanksgiving. Henry chose a smaller tree this year. It is still plenty tall, but it is narrow and fit our space perfectly. It was also so lightweight that Gene could carry it himself.
Tree decorating
So helpful
We didn't enjoy quite as many Christmas traditions as we have in the past, but one of our favorites is attending V&E's annual gingerbread party at the Houstonian. It was a delightful as ever this year.
There are so many activities, but we basically go for the delicious brunch and making of gingerbread houses.
Will's masterpiece
and Henry's
Adding some coconut snow to the top
A new holiday tradition this year was the Margaret Kinkaid Holiday Concert. This is the seventh grade orchestra performance.
Will plays the viola.
Family photo afterward.
Here are some other holiday traditions:
early morning coffee next to the tree
hours of wrapping gifts
Frosty the Elf
Cookie baking and decorating
Henry's holiday party
Chestnuts -- we found good ones at Central Market
I hope your holiday season was full of sweet treats and time with the ones you love!
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