A Blessed Christmas

We had another wonderful Christmas this year, though it was much different than ones in years past.  This year was about watching Anastasia go through many of the emotions Christmas brings: excitement, joy, wonder, and even a little stress.  She quickly learned how to open the gifts by ripping the paper and had a great time doing it.  Some of her favorites are her stroller (with a baby), her ball set and a pet puzzle that makes the animal's sound when you put the pieces in.  She also likes the shape sorter and a 'Busy Book' that has fun snaps, zippers and other fun and challenging activities.  I just love to watch her enjoy her toys, as normal or unconventional it may be.