I hope your holiday was peaceful and full of magic! It truly is the most wonderful time of the year! This year for us was quiet and peaceful, which is a nice treat. So much of life is busy and hectic, so a day or two that can just be spent enjoying life and blessings is always treasured. It was my first Christmas without Molly, but I took comfort and joy in looking at photos of her from past holidays. She loved the lighted tree and would stare at it just like I did as a child (and adult). It was Ellie's first Christmas with us, and I think she enjoyed it. She was always fascinated with any bags that came in, and she seemed to know which bags contained something for them. Abby knows the drill of Christmas now, but she never loses that excited look when we drive around looking at Christmas lights. Both girls got new jewelry (collars) and new clothes (a fleece jacket), and they shared a toy for the yard. Yes, I'm that pet parent. Yes, I admit it. No, I will not change. They crashed shortly after opening their presents and making a quick play run outside.

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