Wednesday, December 29, 2010

The Gift of Family this Christmas


A beach Christmas with all of my family was a wonderful gift this year! My two brothers joined us with their families and it was the first time we had all been together in three years.  Needless to say, we laughed a lot, got sand between our toes, ate some delicious seafood, fellowshipped with old friends, worshipped our Savior, and were very blessed this Christmas.  Here a just a few of the many pictures I took this trip...


Sunrise on Siesta Key Beach, Christmas Morning





 This was quite a beautiful sight to wake up to on Christmas Day!  It was a crisp morning in the 40's, but just so calming.

Eden & Joshua

The kids building sandcastles on Christmas Day!
 We were so busy that we didn't all get down to the beach until after lunchtime on Christmas Day.  You can imagine the looks we drew with 7 kids building sandcastles!  I'm sure they were wondering if they were 
all ours...

Me with my two brothers--Jamie & Ed

Jamie, my Dad, & Celeste are all smiles!

My Maximillian Isaiah
Mr. Sandyman by Celeste...  
 Celeste and Jamie are moving to St. Louis.  (In fact, Celeste left today.)  Since they had snow there on Christmas, they thought a sandman instead of a snowman was in order.  

1 comment:

Chris@Joyful Mother said...

Hey friend!!!

It looks like you all had an absolutely awesome time!! Great pictures and it sure looks beautiful beachside. I am sure this was something that was in much need this year. Some year we all have had huh?

I pray this year is filled with many good, good things for all of you.

Blessings to you Nancy...

love ya,

Chris xoxo