Christmas Eve

Today has been a magical day! We woke up this morning to a blanket of fresh, white snow and we couldn't wait to play in it. We had to first do some last minute shopping and get some groceries which didn't excite Gabi but we did stop and have lunch out. Rick and I have been talking about hitting the New Year's sales and shopping for some furniture so since we were in the area we swung by our favorite furniture store to see what they had on display. We found a new sofa and loveseat we both liked and if you know my husband you know he is not an impulse shopper. So imagine my surprise when he told them we'd take it and wished me a Merry Christmas! It was so uncharacteristic of him! Gabi was anxious to get home and play so when we made it home we hit the woods! We had a fun little photo shoot and then built a snowman and went sledding. We finally gave in to the cold and came in and warmed up with hot chocolate! Gabi is now snuggled in bed ready for Santa! She has been so excited this year! The last 2 days she's been wishing away her vacation in hopes that Christmas Day would arrive quickly. Yesterday her plan was to help me clean and stay busy to make the day pass quickly and today's plan was to go to bed early because of course when you are sleeping you don't realize how much time has gone by! Santa is on his way so I guess i better get to bed so he doesn't pass by our house. I'll leave you with a few of my favorite photos from the day! Merry Christmas!