"Insta"-replay #59, wait when did it become December?

Happy Holidays!  No, I'm not avoiding saying "Christmas", there are just so many other mini celebrations that I am very happy for as well!

We started the month finding "joy" at the mall.  I realize it's a gimmick but appreciate the reminder to smile at this busy shopping season!

 

My kids are finding joy reading Christmas books.  Every year we box them up after epiphany so they haven't seen them for awhile.

It was recital time last weekend! Watching my little dancers prepare makes the mom in me very proud!

Another proud mom moment was my older daughter going to the studio for special makeup! It's a sign she's growing up.

Jon makes an effort to enjoy seeing his daughters preform, I know he'd rather play video games (or go to the dentist.)

Merry was cute, she's been working very hard so she had her dances down!

Charry was busy with three very different dances!

Now I feel like the holidays can start! I for one am looking forward to a busy month of fun!