Friday, January 3, 2025

Closing Out 2024

We did our annual Christmas tree hunt with only 3 kids this year and Tilly.  It was a warmer day so we didn't need to wear heavy coats, or any coat at all.











Mike took the first cut...

...then George...



















...followed by Mary...



















...and ending with Cecilia.



















It took a couple of days but this is what it looks like all gussied up.

For the Spanish song at the St. Pat's Christmas Concert, Mary had to dress up as a sheep.  I think I did a pretty good job on the costume with only a weeks notice, don't you agree>

One morning, I came out to find Tilly pampering herself on my small pillow.





The 3rd and 4th graders formed a choir and sang at Lessons & Carols as well one of the Christmas Eve Masses.  Mary was excited to sing like the rest of the family.



Becca took a ceramics class this past semester and made some beautiful things.  

These fairy bookends are my favorites.



I was so busy having fun with family, I did not take many useable pictures but I have a few.


We ended the year with Patrick turning 19.  He loves having his picture taken!


















I can't say I'm sorry to see 2024 end but it had it's own blessings to share with us.  I'm hoping 2025 is filled with love, forgiveness, unity, and peace for all of you.

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