We have a blended family with a total of 7 children between us. With the arrival of our first grandchild we wanted to start a family tradition that hopefully will carry on. The grandkids (all 8 of them) came over and to do projects with Grandma. I want to try and show them not all gifts have to come from the store. Today we made ornaments of Christmas tree's, stockings and photo projects to give their parents for Christmas. The kids get to spend time with thier cousins, the parents get an afternoon of free babysitting and Grandma remembers why she is glad her own kids are grown up. I believe this will be one of the things that they will remember as fun. This was a big finish for my whole week which was filled with a court date for the baby (another step closer to adoption) then she comes down with an ear infection and pneumonia. I am so ready for Monday so I can go to work and relax.
Next big thing I am looking forward to - My trip to Texas! Have a great week everyone! |