Our first Texas Christmas was pretty swell. Ever since we became a family of 3 in 2008, Tim and I made the decision not to travel on Christmas. Not only did this allow us to establish some of our own traditions, but it also spread the present love out a few weeks.
This year was different, obviously. Almost every day from Thanksgiving to Christmas Eve the mail lady dropped off a package for Nigel. Our tree was full well before Santa arrived. On Christmas Eve we baked and decorated cookies for Santa.
I was worried that so many presents at once would cause Nigel to get overloaded. I also worried that he wouldn't be grateful because there was so much. (Yes, I know he's not even 3 yet, but you're never too young to learn about gratitude.) The day went really well, though. He was so excited to see the tricycle from Santa. His extended family also sent some really lovely things, including clothes, a tent, puzzles, books, DVDs, etc.
The best thing about the day, though, is that we were all 3 together. After spending two months apart this fall, I think we're all grateful for that!
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