This Year's Ornament

To add to my last post, look at the lovely ornament our dear Sarah made for us. She made one for each of the families who celebrated Christmas together on Christmas Eve. These ceramic ornaments, in the shapes of stars, candy canes and trees, have the names of each family member and a sweet sentiment and date on the back. 


Not only is this a great reminder of family, but also how these families are ever-growing and sharing. From Doug's sister and her husband - the current Matriarch and Patriarch - to the youngest member, little Matthew who's two, each and every person felt very special and very loved.  And even though the presents were piled high and the wrapping paper flew every direction, the closeness of family and the warmth of spirit surrounded us all. May the Lord bless every name written on these family ornaments. We are already blessed to have Sarah a part of our family.