Hi, Mama!

This is a new smile West has been fond of making this week. Behind him is a giant Christmas stocking with a fun baby's first Christmas tradition.

Chill

Glass ornament from Nell Hill's in Atchison, Kan. It always reminds me of an eye-catching icicle. Lovely, no doubt, but my favorite ornaments are those that hold more meaning.

This little light of mine

Our Advent candles are beautiful. The story behind them is hilarious.

E & V

I love this photo of Eric & Valisha, which I also snapped at our Christmas gathering with my new Rebel. They didn't know I was taking this and obviously didn't pose for it. Maybe that's why I like it so much.

Westley James

I have loved taking pictures for years, but my beautiful 7-month-old son is my current favorite subject. Here he is is gnawing on Daddy's fingers at our family Christmas gathering. This is one of the first photos I took with my new Rebel. Read more about our Christmas adventures on Life is Golden.