Those smiles...

Those smiles are the prelude to Christmas at our home. We have no snow...it feels like spring outside. But the cookies, trees, lights, Little People Nativity and wrapped gifts tell us that it's indeed Christmas Eve.
Isabella was playing and singing with Ava today. At one point she told Ava, "It's Christmastime. That's when Teagan sings glory in the highest because she's the angel". I just thought that was so sweet. Bella thinks that Teagan is one of the angels announcing the birth of Jesus. It's almost better than believing in Santa Claus. =)
Our kids are snuggled in tight... they settled down for bed better than they do on the average school night. There is peace and comfort and calm in here. That is one of the best Christmas gifts a Mom can get on Christmas eve. Wishing you this same feeling...and rest and peace too.