it's christmas eve

and i am now a fan of sushi! well, only of this particular kind made by the 

talented chefs at Fresh Market. i think eating sushi on Christmas eve is going to have to be a new tradition. 

 Our family tradition is buying a new ornament each year for the kids. Julian picked this beautiful one.

i am just about done getting the presents wrapped and under the tree. 

although David will have to finish up the rest now that i am feeling a bit under the weather.

and a fun ornament reflection for you!

 my kids are excited for christmas morning. they usually wake us up super early, before the sun even comes out. i think they wake up earlier every year.

we have been blessed tremendously by family and friends this year. we thank the Lord for you

and wish you a merry christmas!