Piano Recital & Santa Claus

    December is definitely full of so many things to do!! Makayla and JJ have been taking piano lessons now for over a year, and Christmas songs are some of their favorites to play.  They had an informal recital at a nursing home and played a few songs each.  Makayla's favorite was Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, and JJ's was We Wish You A Merry Christmas. They played a duet as well, and did a great job. 
    Later that night, we went to our ward Christmas party where the kids and I participated in service projects.  The kids made Christmas cards and Christmas decorations that would go along with some boxes of food.  They also assisted in putting together some birthday bags that would go to foster children which included cake mixes and party supplies. When the service was done we all dug in for dinner and awaited the ever so jolly elf himself...Santa.  Each of the kids had a chance to speak with him. Jj is beginning to feel that he is getting a little old to be sitting on Santa's lap, but I requested it, since it may be the last time he does, so I could get a picture. 
    It was a great day, and the kids and I left with knowing that we were able to help make others happy this season and on their special day as well.