As we have been celebrating Advent and preparing to celebrate Christmas, here are some of the highlights.

Making Colombian goodies with a Colombian friend and sharing time together. 

Christmas cookie baking

Dia de las velitas (a Colombian tradition) shared with family and friends

Experimenting with art and creativity – a photo collage Katie created for the 80th anniversary of Covenant World Relief and Development

Advent reflections and candle lighting

Enjoying the Christmas lights in a small town

The first real snowfall; learning to use the snow blower

A cozy fire when it’s cold outside

Sweet times with extended family, celebrating Thanksgiving together

Family traditions (new and old) – watching White Christmas in the theater