Last day of Advent

... which is a good thing as I had run out of ideas for C + H's advent calendars!  

The excitement is building.  The boys can't wait to see my parents and brother today.  I know that even Rupert is going to have a brilliant time.  Tom can't wait for my Mum's Christmas lunch tomorrow!  I'm looking forward to focusing on the special things in life, such are cherished time with family.  I am not a hugely warm, touchy-feely, tell-my-mum-all-my-thoughts kind of daughter but I really appreciate the time I spend with my parents.  I was thinking last night how 10 years ago, my relationship with them was so strained and I couldn't wait to pack my bags and leave home for university.  Since having children, we have become a lot closer again and it has made my life far richer.  I must remember that next time I get stressed about the little things, and I must remember to tell them how much they mean to me this Christmas.

Enjoy the festivities!