Christmas Eve, I was thankful that Alfredo got home from work early enough to not only hang out with us and watch A Christmas Story on TV, but he helped Donovan make his gingerbread house, and helped the kids decorate cookies for Santa. I love our laid back Christmases and even though he had to work earlier in the day, he was able to get home in time to enjoy some of the day with us.
On Christmas, I was thankful that we were able to provide the kids with a good Christmas. I know they're still pretty young, but since we don't always have much money, it's that much nicer when we are able to get the kids things they enjoy. I also loved the fact that we all got to hang out in our pajamas all day, playing games, relaxing, and even playing in the snow that night. The kids did not want to come in, but I was out there for more than enough time. Even Adelin, who just walked around in the snow had to be carried in kicking and hollering. I'm so grateful that the kids had a great Christmas, and I have to say it was a pretty good one for me too!
Yesterday I was thankful that I do not have to work retail any more. It was so wonderful to stay home and spend the day hanging out with the kids, watching TV, working on my knitting, and even making more cookies. I am so glad that I will never have to work retail again, and every holiday I am reminded how much I hated having to work instead of spending the time at home with my family.
Today I was thankful that Alfredo had the day off, and we were able to go get the boys some new shoes. Both the boys are growing so fast, and right now they just have their Converse for everyday use. The shoes are fine, except that they let their feet get wet in the rain and snow. So, we were able to get shoes for Donovan and Giovanni. I was even happier with the fact that Donovan liked his new shoes so much that he wanted to wear them to bed! I'm glad that we are able to provide our kids with the things they need. Money may be tight, but I know that our kids are taken care of.
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