Christmas preparations!

I haven't been this excited for Christmas in such a long time! Having a daughter to share the joy and excitement with makes it a whole new experience.

Last weekend we got our Christmas tree, and Grace had her first tree-trimming experience :)

Normally we'd trek to the Christmas tree farm but since we have a nearly 4 month old, we sent Mr. E to to the pre-cut tree place instead.



Good job, Dad!




Gil checks out the tree.

Much to my our amazement, we were able to get the tree moved into the house and into it's stand, all without G waking up from her nap. As a new parent, it's the little things that thrill you.

Grace wasn't quite sure what to make of the ornaments, but she sure liked looking at all the pretty, twinkling lights!







Decorating with my girl. Making a weird face.

I also began the tradition of giving Grace a special ornament each Christmas. My mom used to do this for my bother and me, and I always loved it. She'll get her ornament on Christmas morning. It's an old-fashioned mercury glass Santa.



Wearing some gingerbread pants from Nana :)



Big blue eyes.



Our stockings, hung by the chimney with care. Mr. E's flanks the other side of the fireplace.



All ready for Christmas!