The joy of FAMILY

I had such an awesome Christmas, and I realized over the last two days, that more than anything, I couldn't ask for anything more than my family. My family of 4 right here under the same roof means EVERYTHING to me.

But my "village" of a family who we see almost every day are just as important. Sometimes, I wonder how life would be without having two sisters, a brother, 3 sisters-in-law, 3 brothers-in-law, 8 nieces and nephews, and both  of my parents and in-laws all nearby.  I would be so lost if I didn't have them here to grow with my kids and see my kids grow, to help me with parenting, to be there for me, to laugh with me, and to be a part of who I am, who Jamie is, and who Jack and Alice are.

This video is the gift I gave my parents, along with a photo book and a large canvas print of our entire family from our family weekend at the Double JJ ranch. It just reinforces the power of family and the incredible memories we all will share for the rest of our lives.
So, even if you're not always near all of your family members, I hope you cherish the times when you can be, and realize that those you love and who love you are the most important gift of all. Merry Christmas!