Christmas and traditions

   This Christmas has been really fun. I felt like there was plenty of time and it was a joy to make and buy Christmas gifts. I don't know if I have ever felt that much peace. I think having all four kids in school for part of the day really helped.
  One of my favorite parts this year has been seeing how loving and kind the kids have been with each other. They all made thoughtful gifts for each other. Audrey and Kate did a daily gift exchange. And the gifts they all four purchased for each other were some of the biggest hits. Their kind, sweet, giving spirit made it a special time.
   Following EVERY Christmas tradition is another important aspect of our Christmas. Over the years, we have accumulated quite a few, especially on Christmas Eve. Almost our whole day is planned out :). It makes it tons of fun to remember past years, and it involves the kids all making sure we don't forget anything!
   Christmas Day was an amazing freshly snowed white Christmas. There were quite a few fun surprises, and lots of sweet moments. Later, grandma and grandpa stopped by, and we shared dinner with them. Later, we played new toys together.
We have enjoyed some time with the whole Iverson clan the last couple of days. Hanging out, breakfast, basketball, soccer, date night and sledding. It has been wonderful to be together.
  Looking forward to a wonderful new year! 2016 will bring some wonderful new opportunities.