We do have a Christmas tree, and while it is not yet decorated, it already has presents under it! Unfortunately, the kids’ Grandma Lesley does not live close enough to for them to see as often as they would like, but they are fortunate that she makes a real effort to see them as frequently as she can. This past weekend, the kids did get to see their Grandma at their cousin’s birthday party, during which time they also received their Christmas presents. I brought them home, intended to hide them away until Christmas, but of course Franny found them before I got to it. Now that they know what they are, the excitement in this house has increased tremendously! Can we open them, now? is quickly followed by Can we open them tomorrow? , which is then followed by How long until Christmas? It is fun to see them so excited about this part of Christmas—this is the first year that they have been intently focused on the approaching holiday, rather than a series of seasonal adventures. And we still have 19 days to go—the anticipation is overwhelming!