Christmas #2

Christmas #2 is over, and boy, was it a fun day! The Gates-Gates-Hopwood crew knows how to do Christmas! We had a non-busy day with time to hang out, exchange gifts, have a great meal, and watch the kids play with their presents. Guess who made out like a bandit? Nope. It was "Mia," Grace's doll. Grandma Paulette made the two of them matching pajamas, Mia got a sleeping bag, and Grace got some hot pink sheets that I'm sure they'll both use. Lincoln received some very neat things, as well. When Grandma Paulette goes clothes shopping for Lincoln, it clearly becomes habit-forming. She picked some wonderful clothes that we'll really enjoy watching him grow into.

The time, effort and generosity that is evident each Christmas season is truly amazing to us. Thoughtfulness is on display, and we're so blessed to come from families that love through giving.

For to us a child is born,

to us a son is given,
and the government will be on his shoulders.
And he will be called
Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God,
Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.

Isaiah 9:6