Enjoying the Season

Jason's Company Party

'Tis the season for Christmas parties, pretty lights and eating lots of yummy food!  Before I continue, I should add that I know this is NOT what Christmas is all about! It is a time to celebrate the birth of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. That is what makes Christmas so wonderful. Whether or not people want to believe it, the foundation to all the extra sharing, caring and giving that goes on during this time of year is Jesus Christ. We give gifts, we share, we are kinder to people because we are following the example and teachings of Jesus Christ. It's a way to recognize and celebrate His birth.
         With that said, I will also add that I LOVE all the fun festiveness that comes with the spirit and season of Christmas. I love the parties, the goodies, the beautiful lights--I feel like there are so many things that go on during this time of year to celebrate the goodness of life. This week I went to our Relief Society Christmas party, the Bellevue Botanial Gardens to see Christmas lights, our Young Women Christmas party and then tonight some ladies in our ward had a cookies exchange. I know this may sound kind of busy to a lot of people, but I truly enjoy the opportunity to share  fun moments with friends.

Enjoying lots of Christmas goodies at the cookie exchange. This is my friend, Cheryl.

Enjoying the lights at the Bellevue Botanical Gardens

With our friends, Daniel and Fernanda.