Christmas Preparations

Well, I know I should have updated before now, but quite frankly, I am still exhausted!

But, in the time when I find some energy, Gracie and I are slowly getting our home, and minds ready for the upcoming Christmas season.

Gracie was thrilled when I pulled out the My Little Pony advent calendar I found a few weeks ago at Walmart. Yep, My Little Pony! We are calling it a countdown calendar to Christmas, since I feel that Advent is the last thing that should go commercial. We will be pulling out our Advent wreath and candles this week before it is time to light the candle on Sunday. That is a family tradition that started when Gracie was a year old, and we look forward to reminding our daughter of the real reason for the season each year.

But, back to the My Little Pony calendar; each day has a little door that opens and inside is a pony accessory, or an actual pony. It is the small Ponyville set, and so far she has gotten a Minty pony, a Santa hat, little red shoes, and cookies and milk. This is such an adorable idea--so kudos to Mattel.

And, while you would think one countdown would be enough, the excitement over the Thanksgiving turkey and the trip to Mamaw's has sparked the interest in counting down to Grandma's. So, today I created a Christmas tree with removable lights to countdown to family Christmas in Lynchburg. In case you are wondering: there are 15 days left.

The kids at preschool are also getting ready. This week she and her classmates have made Christmas lights for their window display and paper plate wreaths with Froot Loop berries for a classroom decoration. They are also working on winter songs and movement activities.

Gracie and I also did our first craft today. We made a hand print wreath to hang on the wall. I have a ton of extra activities to do this month as well, including a gingerbread house kit-yea!

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