i've never been a big fan of christmas, but i'm excited this year because i get to see it through jacob's eyes. he loves the tree, and actually tries to say "christmas". he likes the lights on the neighbor's house. he likes the silly lit-up things in our windows (santa, a snowman, a reindeer, etc). next year will be even better because he will actually get it. he's only 16 months old now, so he thinks it's all fun to look at but he doesn't understand.

merry christmas to all of you. safe travels as well.