Footsteps: Christmas in Clarksville

It really is starting to feel more like home over here in Clarksville.

One reason for that is because it's Christmastime. And these Hillises are ready. Just a little more shopping and wrapping to do.

We've had the opportunity to make so many new friends that there has been a different event almost every night of every weekend. We have met so many great people here through the military, through Army dentistry, and through church. William has been such a trooper going down in his pack-n-play at someone else's house on at least three occasions now so mommy and daddy can make friends in our new town. Of course it's not ideal to keep your child from his own comfy crib on multiple nights, it's great for Matthew and I to be able to take advantage of all the events going on during this celebratory season.

The phrase "Ma in her kerchief and I in my cap" could perhaps be applied if you saw us. I may or may not tell you if we have or if we have not been wearing really tacky Christmas attire to get in the spirit.

We have also been thoroughly enjoying this Free Advent eBook from Desiring God, and trying to read together most nights. It's been incredibly thought-provoking and has readied our hearts well.

We got our first real decorations last year when we were living in our first rental house in Colorado. So it was fun to break those out this year in our first ever home. Some of you will recognize things you've given me that are all around (although I didn't photography every item). I cherish them for how they make me think of you.

First wreath

Musical vignette. Found an old drawer that became a manger. Found some free vintage graphics to create the framed 'Do You Hear What I Hear'.

Decorating with deer... why not add 'As the Deer' lyrics and sheet music ribbon? :)

I don't have a Christmas table runner, but I do have a large red curtain and a giant bow...So now we have a dining room table that's turned into a big present.