Call me crazy, but I kind of like the hustle and bustle of the Christmas season. I like the parties and the programs and the lights and the anticipation. It makes for some fun memories. Also, Alex usually takes at least a week off so we can spend some quality time as a family.
We like to go to Mt. Charleston and go sledding at least once in December. This time we stopped at the Mt. Charleston lodge for hot chocolate after sledding. It's as close as we come to a "white Christmas."
I love the oohs and aahs of Christmas morning. That's actually the best present I could get.
Sometimes for a quick little vacation we go to St. George. This year the day after Christmas we went there. We explored the local church history sites such as Brigham Young's winter home, Jacob Hamblin's home, and of course, the beautiful St. George temple. The temple is all lit up for Christmas and has a lovely nativity outside.
We were just going to stay for one day, but then decided to stay for two. We were able to visit my Grandma Haynes who stays in St. George for the winter. We were also able to visit with my Grandpa Herschel. He is almost 93 years old. His body is getting weaker, but his mind is still sharp. We had a great visit with him.
Our trip to St. George would not be complete without eating at Cracker Barrel. I like it because I feel like I'm eating good homemade food that I would not make at home. The kids like it because they find unique goodies at the country store.
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