The Most {Busy} Time of the Year

I am sure you all know what I am talking about. 
December is supposed to be "The Most Wonderful Time of the Year," but it often times ends up being the "Most Busy Time of the Year." 

There is no way to take away the busy part of the month, so it takes a lot of effort and planning {on my part} for it to still be wonderful.
A combination of the two {Busy and Wonderful} is what I strive for.

Here's a look at our busy AND wonderful December.

Christmas Concerts

 It's like finding a needle in a haystack

 

 

 Santa Visit at the Ward Party

 

 

Kempton's latest haircut, the Mohawk

We had lots of basketball games in December too {notice the jersey}

 

 

Baking and Making Christmas Cookies and Treats 

{Ginger Crackles}

 

{Golden Graham Munchy Goodness}

 

{English Toffee}

 

{Blueberry Pecan Coconut Cheesecake Squares}

 

{Peanut Butter Balls}

 

{I'm a little obsessed lately with feeding things through the printer}

ie:  brown paper bags, fabric, burlap, etc.

 

 Our Traditional Mini Gingerbread Houses Made with Graham Crackers.

{Remind me to use a serrated knife from the beginning.  Every year I forget!}

 

 

 

The Finished Product.

{having fun with bokeh}

 

 

Keeping Baby Away from Christmas Tree and Presents Has Proved to be Impossible

{Kinlee's signature hanging tongue}

 

 

Daddy Having Fun with his Baby Girl

 

 Christmas Piano Recital

 

Fun in the Snow

{for those children who can handle the cold, not naming any names}

 

Christmas Parties Galore

{for children and adults}