The Ties That Bind

It deserves some reflection on a wonderful year past. Our family has grown and become fuller with joys. This year we have received a new son-in-law and a new granddaughter. A son-in- law, who brings smiles to our daughter. Joy... we see reflected in her eyes, as she has begun her journey into a loving marriage. Also a new journey for my husband and I has begun... We have become Great grandparents, how is that possible?! But so much joy.
The Christmas celebration for our family at the cabin, brings my family faithfully together each year. Our youngest son and wife have moved closer this year too. They both were able to come early on Monday and the memories of preparing for the holiday were fun sharing with them. Our Eldest daughter came a day early with our granddaughters and greatgranddaughter. What fun. Nothing touches the fun and excitement seen with an infant discovering the family fun. Little Laura has such a beautiful smile!
Everyone else in our family arrived early on Christmas Eve. We then created such memories that warm our hearts throughout the year. They are shared memories that can be as simple as a black eye from a fall received to laughter at a joke played on winning the lottery. Snowballs that were sailed through the air at the darkness of night. Laughter heard as a 4 wheeler came on the porch for show and tell. Fun with Nerf practice shot from a loft to those below.
The simplest things form the strongest ties between a family.
They are stories that make a family and I cherish them daily.
Thank you family for sharing your lives and the memories.