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O Christmas Tree, O Christmas Tree

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Well, we did it.  We braved the cold weather and the crazy suburbanites.  We passed construction and mall traffic.  We wore long johns and boots.  We let out the straps of the car seat to accommodate Leah's many layers.  And we went to get our Christmas tree.  We found this tiny family farm where we (ahem, Ryan) cut down our tree.  It is quite perfect - on three sides at least - and Leah is fascinated by it.  Well, maybe less by the tree and more by the lights.  (See pictures below.)  She "helped" her daddy untangle the lights...except then she did not want to give them up!  


"What is he DOING?"


Leah started a little game of tug-o-war...
In the background, "Peace on earth and mercy mild..." is playing...

Leah eventually forgave her daddy for taking the lights
when she saw how pretty they were on the tree!

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Jessica and Greg said…
ahh! so Cute! That one of her standing by the tree in the field didn't even look like her at first! She looks so much older than even a week ago!
And how cute is that onesie.... I wonder who bought it for her...
December 6, 2009 at 12:23 PM
Anonymous said…
I loved the tug of war and I am surprised Lucy was not in on that game! Such an exciting Christmas season for all of you. Enjoy each moment!
December 6, 2009 at 4:06 PM
Jenny said…
That picture of her standing outside with that big scarf on is so cute! AND, three good sides is all you really need with a Christmas tree.
December 7, 2009 at 8:28 AM
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