Christmas with the Smiths #1

The dictionary defines tradition as "the handing down of statements, beliefs, legends, customs, information, etc., from generation to generation, especially by word of mouth or by practice."
I have always loved traditions, especially Christmas traditions. I'm not sure what it is, but I think I just love things that come from the past. I love period-piece movies, vintage decor, and hearing stories about "the good ole days." I guess I was just born in the wrong century. Well, I know that the holidays run away from us, but I am hoping to pass along just a few of my favorite Christmas traditions and memories to Silas.

Tradition #1: cut down our own tree

I think the 30 year-old, pictured here, pulled a hammy this year

It was a chilly day for tree picking, but we loved it.

Tradition #2: make homemade rice krispie treats while setting up the tree.

Tradition #14: listen to my favorite Christmas song, "O Holy Night" and just stare at the beautifully lit tree.

Silas and I went to help Matthew decorate his door at work, and I came up with the 12 days of Smithmas (I totally think he should have one the contest.) All dollar tree decorations- I'm just saying.

Silas liked meeting his potential girlfriend, Caroline Shugart, last week. She's precious!

We also had fun at Max's first birthday party.

Happy Birthday Max! Love the Lyons fam!

After several kisses to this new guy Silas met, he realized the bump on the head wasn't worth the kiss.

All Silas asked Santa for was his two front teeth, well he got what he asked for. 2 bottom teeth arrived 2 weeks ago.

~TraditionBuster

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The whole world smiles! This was his very first "conscious smile" Who says you can't dress up little boys for fun too? Silas enjoyed sleeping at the lake instead of fishing or swimming. Anyone surprised? Our newest pastime consists of singing to Silas until he shows us his new array of smiles. Matthew discovered this newest ability when he began singing a classical ballad... I won't embarrass him by naming the lyrics. It doesn't matter how tired you are, this will make everything better! I mean come on. Are you still having a bad day? Did that make it better yet!? Had my first few outing without the little man to go to coffee, dance, and this beautiful woman's wedding shower. Love you Christi! Thanks to my old roomie for some over-sized coffee mugs to start my day right. A cup of joe and the Word make life worth living. This is his favorite gesture. I think he's solving the world's problems. That a boy Silas. I knew

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