The Tree

I am so far behind on updating this blog... someday I'll go back and share the rest of the big events of the year, but for now, I must move on to current events!

We did something new this year, and I am quite certain it will become a new family tradition as it was so incredibly special! We cut down our very own Christmas tree from our very own backyard! It's been many, many years since I've had a live tree for Christmas, but something about getting it from your own yard makes it even more special. We searched our whole property for just the right tree...

...and settled on this one. Kind of sad to take it down, but what an honor for a tree to serve, right?!

Our good friends, Bob & Vasi, were with us and helped us pick out the right one. Michael's holding it in the photo above.

Then the decorating began! Maddox was quite the little helper...

...as were the big boys.

Photos never do it justice because they don't capture the twinkling lights, but let me just tell you... I think this is the most beautiful tree we've ever had!

Merry Christmas, everyone!
Michele