Merry Christmas!! (posted day after)

What a gorgeous day today! Since my daughters were visiting with their dad, I found myself comfortably sleeping in. Jonah took the time to feed and water the horses, get himself ready to go, and be ready to open his Christmas presents. They were wonderful, and tears came when he opened what his dad sent him - a digital camera. He's waited almost three years before getting this camera, his last was ruined by our bird and it wasn't his fault. He had been responsible. I am so happy for him.

On our way towards the door Jonah spotted a beautiful sight, a deer eating from bushes close to our house. It was such a serene moment, to stand there and watch the deer. Jonah was taking pictures with his camera. I stood behind him and took this one. He opened the window to get a clearer shot, and the deer just stood there watching him. I love living in the country.

12:30pm and the sun was barely starting to top the trees. It was so cold and crisp outside that everything glimmered. Within the woods droplets were falling from the trees, making a lovely sound. What a beautiful morning - afternoon. I started the van to defrost the windshield, and while waiting Jonah took some photos.

16 weeks 3 days. As I type this I take a moment to wrap my hand under my tummy. The baby's been very quiet, and seems to pick up energy in the evening. The taps are still very light, it's possible that it's because the placenta is towards the front - softing kicks. Or the baby just enjoys relaxing during the day and wakes up at night. Just like his brother - and just like his father :)