Happy holidays, indeed

It was a very happy holiday season for the g-unit, our first with Henry. While the little guy wasn't really aware of what was going on, having him in our life brought back some of the magic to the holidays. Henry was entranced with all of the lights festooned in homes and out in public, he watched the snow fall in awe, and squealed with delight at familiar faces and new gifts. You can't really ask for more than that.

The lead up to Christmas was filled with the usual rush to shop, wrap, bake and otherwise prepare; but this year we had the added twist of some weather-related challenges. A nasty ice storm and few feet of snow didn't stop us from getting everything checked off our lists, and then having a great time visiting with family and friends. Highlights included: an early Christmas celebration with my family in Pittsfield, watching my nephew Evan's first Christmas pagent at church, introducing Henry to several of my college friends for the first time, and waking up for Henry's first Christmas morning in our own house.

The weather outside may have been frightful, but Henry's bath in Pittsfield was just delightful.
It's a good thing Henry got all squeaky clean. He had a quick play date with his cute little pal Madison.

Henry's first ride on a trike. This was taken at the church nursery where Henry spent some time after his cousin's big theater debut.

With a roomful of new gifts on Christmas morning, Henry chose to entertain himself by crawling and climbing through this chair. He's a funny one, alright.