This Christmas season was hands down my most favorite in the history of forever. It trumped all my childhood Christmas's hands down!! Cameron still didn't get the idea of Santa this year, but he was so excited and full of life about every detail!!
I grew up always putting out the Christmas decorations the weekend of Thanksgiving, so to continue that tradition we put out our decorations. I scaled way back in what I put out this year- not sure how well Cameron would leave things alone. We did our tree- got shatterproof ornaments-, a few Santa's were put out, and my nativity. Cameron proved to be a very good listener, and quite well behaved. I expected to have to put things back on shelves and on the tree daily- but he stayed true to his cautious side and left it all alone mostly.
I have gotten an ornament for him every year so far- this year was no different- we got him Mickey Mouse ornament. That has been one of his major preferences over this past year.
After the tree had been up a few days, the rearranging of ornaments started, but he didn't get too crazy! He would bring the round ones to me and say ball- I told yes they look like balls but we use them to make our tree pretty and he would put them back. He was also really interested in his photo ornament from last year so we talked a lot about Mickey mouse and baby cameron.
One fun activity Cameron and I did while Dan was working on year end tax stuff, is go to see Jaxson sing is his school Christmas concert! That free spirited boy did a good job, and Cameron really enjoyed dancing to the music! Jaxson was so excited that we could hear him say hi to Cameron and I in the middle of the program!
Of course we had to go see Christmas lights, but we didn't brave the crowds at temple square this year. We did 3 different car drive by types, 2 of them were houses decked out and synced to music. Those were neat and Cameron really liked them.
Then we also went to the draper tree lights- it has been dubbed the Tree of Life from the Book of Mormon. I am sure you can see why. It was really neat. After we saw that, we drove down to the Thanksgiving point lights. They have a great 10-15 minute course of animated lights and displays to drive through.
We let Cam ride in the front unbuckled for the tour at thanksgiving point. He soaked it all in and loved it!
Of course Grandma's tree was a highlight of the season too. He loved to watch it, and didn't let us hardly get through the front door without getting the lights plugged in.
This kid LOVES his grandparents. He teases and kissed Grandma lots, and Grandpa is one of the only people that he will sit still for more than 10 seconds!
On Christmas Eve, we had a lovely day with family. Cameron played and played. I think my most favorite moment from all of Christmas happened this night too.
After our delicious ham dinner, we all gathered into the family room for family home evening and to read the story of Christ's birth in Luke.
Being that we did a full Family Home Evening- this is my favorite part- Dad lead us in singing silent night. For the first oh maybe 2 lines, Cameron was in his own little boy world, then he realized we were all reverently singing.
He stopped in the middle of the room, and looked around. The curious look was followed by what I can only tell you was complete and innocent humble behavior- a perfect and wonderful little boy touched by the spirit. He just stood there and watched us all, and smiled. These are the moments that give me such joy- worth every sleepless night, and hardship.
After FHE, we came home, and all opened our Christmas Eve Jammies and a new book. We read the book and went to bed, and to what do our wondering eyes appear- but Santa came and unloaded some treats!
Santa came!!! {He fills our stockings and leaves just a couple gifts} So Mom and Dad really spoiled this boy too!
Christmas Morning, we opened presents, and ate sticky buns for breakfast. Then Cameron played and played with his new toys, we took a nap, and headed to Grandma and Grandpas!
He LOVES trucks, cars, and airplanes. All boy for sure! He loves that he can sit in his new big dump truck!
He LOVES LOVES his uncle Ben. Ben is pretty darn cute with him too. They are cute buddies.
Opening more gifts with Dad at Grandma and Grandpa's. He loved opening gifts this year! YAY! No tears at the wrapping paper.
What a wonderful way to spend our holidays and celebrate the birth of our Savior and brother Jesus Christ! I am so grateful that even my sweet small boy was able to feel of the true spirit of Christmas!
