And after just a few short days at our house, where we set up the Christmas decorations as priority waaay ahead of unpacking, we set off to the beachside where we congregate with Dada's family and some of mine for festivities, catching up, and lots of laughter. Where we, again, set up Christmas decorations.
Gotta love the Christmas tree, the nativity and...the thongs (flip-flops). One of those things that makes Christmas in Australia wonderful. And eating pancakes and berries for breakfast.
We were blessed with the beauty of being there to witness a little fairy leave her footprints along the shoreline for the first time, on Christmas morning. We had the beach almost to ourselves, I couldn't have wished for anything more from that morning.
There is always more love to be shared in an extended family that continues to grow.
Lots of time just playing, often incorporating fishing rods, tutus, the outside tap and snorkling sets. As you do....
We had visits from cousins who enjoyed playing with this crazy family.
New slippers fromt the local craft co-op which we love but are not very practical on shiny wooden floors. But all the same entertained Mama and were loved by this little girl.
There was afternoon napping after long days at the beach.
Playing secret games with your cousins, even when you're just one and can do the talk thingy very well yet.
We found time for special one to one time on a perfect beach morning where we could collect beach treasures.