Christmas came. It was surrounded by family parties, but Christmas was a day at home. We went on a walk to see Christmas lights and sing a few carols on Christmas Eve. And then we got down to the business of opening presents, which could not come fast enough for Zack. Christmas morning brought more presents. Our biggest present this year was an inflatable hot tub that has been a big hit.

Christmas changes when you have older kids. The younger ones love presents, but with the older ones, it feels more about spending time together. And that is better.