Christmas Unwrapped Event

Wednesday Night my family joined Joni and her family (minus Jason) to attend their church Christmas festival. I must say this was the largest Church event I have ever been too. There was SO much to do! We didn't fit in even half of the activities but we had fun and enjoyed ourselves nonetheless. Joni and I hardly ever get together even though we are literally only thirty minutes apart but this week I had the opportunity to hang out with her twice!! YAY! Quality BFF time is always good for the soul.

Gracie had SO much fun! There were games, food, and tons of amazing stops for kids to enjoy themselves. I commented multiple times on how amazingly decorated the church was. It was simply beautiful. I suck at remembering to take pictures but luckily Joni brought her camera so we were able to get several photos to look back on and enjoy. 

It is so important to teach my children about the true meaning of Christmas so I was super happy we were able to attend this with Joni because Gracie learned a lot and had a blast while doing it. The kids were off the wall but we didn't expect anything less because they were so excited to be together. Here are some of the pics from that night. I am already looking forward to going back next year...Gabriel will be older and be able to participate more, although I am sure he didn't mind being carried around all night....

Head over to Six Cherries On Top  to see more photos from our Fun Night! :-) 

Surprise Visit

Yesterday I woke up to a text from Joni over at Six Cherries saying she was going to come visit me! What a wonderful surprise because Monday was a super rough day and I was thrilled to have her come over because it has literally been months since we got together...which totally sucks because we live 30 minutes apart. Life keeps us so busy and days turn into months, which doesn't need to happen anymore. We must make time for each other!

We seriously had such a fun time! Joni came loaded with goodies...she said guess what? Today we are baking cookies! And we did and it was FUN.We baked four batches of all kinds of homemade goodies and they were amazing. 

We chatted while the kids played and when we were done baking Elijah and Gracie each were able to make their own snowglobe. They enjoyed it SO much. Gracie carried it around all night and talked about how much she missed Elijah...She even kissed him on the cheek..Her dad would flip if he knew.

Tonight we will have another fun time because we are going to a HUGE church festival in Raleigh. We are all so excited. Pictures to come tomorrow! For now enjoy the ones from yesterday. 

My Kiddos Christmas List

This year for Christmas I really put a lot of thought in to what to get my little ones for Christmas. I didn't want to just buy a whole bunch of random toys to be played with for a short time and then put into the toy bucket never played with again. I listened and listened to what Gracie said she wanted and if she said it longer than three months I figured she really did want the item so I added it to her list. 

1. This handmade doll with the little owl baby is SO precious to me. I am thrilled to see the finished product Jennifer at Southern Pride Sewing is making for us.

2. The Cra-Z-Loom. I have heard about this since......perhaps the whole year? SO of course we had to get it.

3. Nabi 2 is the cute little addictive commercial that comes on with the catchy "Red Bird" song. I was worried we would not be able to afford this but a Christmas miracle happened and for that, I am thankful.

4. If you follow me on Instagram or Facebook you saw how tough it was to find this Doc McStuffins Check up Center, but again...A Christmas miracle allowed us to get this.

Gabriel obviously isn't old enough to tell me what he wants so I tried to find things that I knew would last, and he would enjoy.

1. These superhero dolls have been on MY list to get for my little guy for a long time now and I am so happy to finally be able to give it to Gabriel for Christmas, along with perhaps this adorable fox that I can not get my eyes off of. How adorable is he?

2. The wooden hammer with the pegs are a timeless toy, I had one when I was a child and I was happy to be able to get Gabriel his very own as well.

3. The cute Fisher Price ride on Dog is super neat. He talks and and even moves his head. Gabriel is going to have a blast with him!

4 Jake and the Neverland Pirates is a big hit in my house. We watch it ALOT. Gabriel loves it as well and he is going to be so excited to have this pirate ship on Christmas morning.

What are you getting your children for Christmas?

The Polyvore Files

Today was a busy day and I am just now sitting down at 8:54. I am tired and a little grouchy but whatev's thats life and I will be better tomorrow. I don't know what your weather is like but here in North Carolina it is cold and yucky! In fact it was FREEZING today. I LOVE Christmas and all of these items are PERFECT and totally my style. The Christmas Story is a must see at my house, and this Merry Christmas pillow is precious. If you haven't figured it out each week, I love black and although I love color everywhere in my house I usually prefer to wear black and this sweater with leggings and socks is calling out to me, also the mug and blanket.....LOVE.

Linking up with Joni over at Six Cherries

DIY Projects

I often try these DIY projects I see on Pinterest...sometimes I do good and sometimes i do... not so good. I do try though, although my end item usually ends up looking totally different. A few things I have been wanting to make are for Christmas. I see different decor in stores all the time and instead of paying the high end prices I try and figure out a way I can make something similar. These are the items on my mind right now.

Stocking sign

Christmas Lantern

Christmas Card Holder

Christmas Apron

Merry Christmas sign

What's on your mind to make this Christmas? Are you going to make some gifts for family or home decor? Let me know, I would love some ideas!