Spirit of Nativity

We made the nativity scene out of playdoh and the kids loved this. Makaylee enjoyed a few bits and Caleb enjoyed mixing black and red. If you notice we had a few additions (friendly crocs) to the regular nativity scene.

Then we drew one on the chalk board. However, Caleb insisted we have a T-Rex lurking close by ready to attack.

Caleb signed his hard work with his name. He wanted to do it, "all by myself."

I also got most of the willow nativity. I really love this one.

We also thought it would be fun to celebrate this year with a birthday cake for Jesus. I thought this sight did a great job with a creative way to share with the kiddos.

Jesus Birthday Cake

Decking the Halls

I've really enjoyed decorating for Christmas this year. We are finally in a stable environment, so I've been very motivated. Caleb has been a great helper stringing the lights and encouraging me with how pretty everything looks. Makaylee on the other hand has been more of a hazard climbing up rock walls and breaking glass bulbs. She is so fascinated by the sparkle and shine she just can't help herself. She has to touch the "balballs".

We trimmed the trees.




Made the candles festive




Then we went outside and decorated our 8 Christmas trees. It was a little scary climbing up the ladder on unlevel ground. I felt a little like an acrobat in the circus.



Planted little trees in our pots out front.


Put wreaths on the windows and doors.


And finally, hung the cutest stockings on the mantle. I found them at the Potterybarn Outlet super cheap 2 years ago.