If you recall, last Christmas was bittersweet. Clark had an infection in his central line, and we were sent to the hospital for IV antibiotics and close monitoring. The downside- we were in the hospital for Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and Boxing Day. The up- side? Santa came to deliver gifts to all the children in the hospital, and Clark had his central line removed.
This Christmas was very different. It was perfect! No illness, no hospital trips, and 100% joy and love. We enjoyed a morning walk, followed by a delicious (and easy!) breakfast. Then we opened gifts. It took the boys almost all day to open their presents. They took their time, while they played with each new toy. We ate (way too much!), read stories, sang Christmas carols (while Patrick played the tin whistle), and watched the train go around the Christmas tree.
I couldn’t have asked for a merrier Christmas.