And now, Christmas...

Christmas was not quite the same without Matthew at home, but Jack and Benjamin brought the holiday spirit, as always. Andrew and Elizabeth took a couple of days to relax and celebrate their 10th anniversary—a quick getaway to the Commodore Perry Hotel in Austin. We had fun with the boys, exploring out back, scootering around the neighborhood, and hiking on the Greenbelt. The Spyglass trail is a favorite of theirs, with all the rock climbing. And having Taco Deli as a lunch spot right there at trail’s end is a plus. Christmas Eve was very special, as always, starting with our dinner at the Four Seasons and the beautiful service at St. David’s. We kept to tradition with baking Christmas cookies that night, and even with all the excitement of Christmas morning, the day was slow and relaxing for all of us.