Out with the old...

...in with...the Newbie...

This will be our last Christmas as a couple. The last holiday without the excitement of a young child learning about the big things that happen at the end of December...Santa and presents!

It has been wonderful to spend the past several years with my husband and our respective families (we trade-off every year) in low-key fashion. Not going overboard on the presents, decorations, or holiday music, or food (okay...we do go overboard there!). At this time in my life, the significance of the holiday season is much more related to a time of rest. Getting away from work, or at least being in a VERY quiet office because everyone ELSE has gotten away from work, is the best present ever.

As my husband and I had our little Christmas last evening, I couldn't help but be a little wistful over the change that is coming. We are still as excited (and nervous!) as ever about bringing a little life into the world, but we do realize the irrevocable change that is coming. So as I spend the next few days with him and with his family, I plan to savor this last special time that we have.

Merry Christmas, baby!