Oh how I love Christmas time. I love the smells, the memories, the laughter, the excitement, and the love. I am like a little child as I shop for gifts. It warms my heart to bless others with a wrapped present. Jesus has blessed our family with so much-more than I could have ever imagined possible. Celebrating Him fills my soul with peace wrapped up in a big package of excitement. He is definitely the reason for the joy that floats around our home and hearts.
Their togetherness is joy. Looking at their precious faces makes my heart leap around my chest. There are times I want to freeze the moment and keep them just the way they are. I know, however, that if I did that I would miss so many new great moments that Jesus already has planned for us.
Our boys usually help my husband decorate the yard. It is their man thing to do and I have so enjoyed watching our boys grow into little men each year. They tackle the strings and strings of lights like any tough man would....with determination {and frustration if they are tangled}. :) As I am a spectator peeking out the window, I notice the careful way my husband shows them how to do things. I notice the laughter and bonding that occurs between the men. Sometimes it is so good for boys to just hang out with their man hero.
This year our oldest was not here to decorate the yard. He is tucked in nicely to college life and has begun to create a home for himself on a college campus. I am excited for him to drive around the corner and see his forever home all lit up. Being his mama, I will be able to look into his eyes with the sparkle of the lights reflecting off of them and see that little boy excitement as he gazes upon his yard. Oh how I love that Jesus gives mama hearts insight into their man boys.
May this season bring you and your family joy and peace.
xoxo
May this season bring you and your family joy and peace.
xoxo
