Celebrating...

We helped with our Ward Christmas Party this year.  We decided to do a brunch this year and it worked out really nice! We also had everyone bring baskets themed to a particular meal or purpose such as a spaghetti dinner, complete with a pot or baking items, baby necessities, etc.  People were so generous and creative!  Our food pantry will be tickled! We also collected socks, mittens, underwear and hats for a local school.  It was so heart warming to see all the donations.  Santa made his appearance from the great white north!  So fun to see all the kids reactions with their visits on his lap.
Christmas time is just magical.  I made the video that I am trying to add here for a few people that missed it.  Hopefully it will load...soon.

 The cute ladies in the aprons (and sweater vest) are the workhorses behind all the wonderful meals served at our ward parties...for the most part ;)  I don't want to leave anyone out! But one of my favorite things about these sweeties is the way they will scope out the the really good dishes that come through and set at least a portion of it aside for sampling in the kitchen!  They are just delightful ladies that would do anything for anyone - always smiling while serving!  I love them all dearly.

My Gift to Him from Leisa Firth on Vimeo.

 So very happy to have had a visit from Davis.  We got him for about 10 wonderful days.  We had a great time playing games, eating, laughing...just all the great things we love about family and the holidays.  Hard to send him home before Christmas, but life marches on and we all have responsibilities. Sure love you, Davis!! We miss you already.