Children are blissfully ignorant of the efforts involved in creating happiness over this season. Whether it's choosing the right gift, scheduling naps/bedtimes for optimal energy, or enforcing sugar patrol to avoid overdose...it is exhausting.
Parenting at Christmas is work. A lot of hard work.
On the flip side, the work is rewarding. Oh so rewarding.
Rewarding seeing the excitement, the dancing feet, and the sticky chocolate fingers. Worth it, hearing their songs, squeals of joy, and perplexing questions. The return on your investment is exponential.
We're still in the midst of our holiday celebrations. We have quite the family gatherings with Ben's large family. We'll see how the kids fare the rest of our holiday marathon.
For now, I have a quiet moment. Children playing nicely with their new toys. I reminisce. I write of the small joys. The little moments that are the brick and mortar of their childhood Christmas memories.
We found this little wooden table for $5 at a thrift store. Ben painted it and I bought the red chairs at an antique market. Best gift choice of the season! They love it. Whether it's having a little snack, coloring, or putting puzzles together, it's a hit!
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I love the little table and chairs and the two children sitting there. I remember those Christmases with little children. Not easy at times!
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