Christmas Finale at Granmom's

We concluded our Christmas celebrations at my Granmom's house in Tennessee. This year we all gathered for Christmas for the first time without our beloved Grandad. He past away last April and we definitely missed him physically but felt his presence the entire time. Granmom set up a white Christmas tree with blue lights (he was a huge Kentucky fan) and we all brought something that reminded us of grandad to decorate the tree. It was the perfect way to keep our spirits up throughout the day. 

The children also kept our sprits up by performing many different songs and dances. It was quite hysterical to watch and we know Grandad was having a good ole laugh of us all from above! 

Christmas with the Cease Family

We enjoyed a wonderful Christmas with Lollie, Poppie, Uncle Ed, Aunt Megs and Mimi.  They always spoil us with gifts, love, and delicious meals. This year was no exception. They make Christmas extra magical for Caroline and John Collins and it brings a bit ole smile to this mama's face! 

Putting out carrots for the reindeer so they can find us! Then cookies for Santa! 

Alan has always been the one to hand out the presents during Cease family Christmas. This year, Caroline helped him and it was the most precious sight. 

 

 

Mimi had the kids a special Christmas at her house. She had the sweetest gifts under her tree for them. They love to visit her and play with their toys! 

 

A VERY MERRY CHRISTMAS INDEED! 

Family Christmas

We try not to lose focus on the true meaning of Christmas. Alan and I wanted to start some traditions of our own and one of those is baking a cake for Jesus for His birthday. We sang to Him and told the kids (as best we could for their age) what the true meaning of Christmas is. I hope that this is something that we will continue to do for years to come. 

We spent our first Christmas as a family of four in our new house and it sure was special. Alan and I decided to open our gifts the night before Santa came so we could actually sit down in peace and enjoy watching one another open presents. It was a sweet time. I think we may have started a tradition! 

We loved "playing Santa" and putting out all the toys. Christmas really is just as fun as a parent as it was as a child. Seeing it all again through the eyes of Caroline and John Collins brings such joy. 

Grandmommy and Grandaddy surprised the kids with this fun jump toy! They love it! 

Caroline's favorite gift was the Doc McStuffins play set and baby CeCe doll. She had been asking for it for several weeks after seeing it in a toys-r-us magazine. John Collins loved his roller coaster and mickey mouse the most! My favorite gift was my new Marco Bicego necklace and Alan's favorite was a scope for us gun.