our "white christmas" in naples!

This year we were blessed with a wonderful Christmas in Naples, Florida! While everyone was snowed in in Oklahoma, we were enjoying our "white Christmas" on the white sandy beaches of Florida in the 70 degree weather. It was wonderful! We went with my family and thoroughly enjoyed our time with KK, Holly, and her fiance, Darren. We stayed in a beautiful home allowing us some much needed R&R and time away.

our home away from home

While we were away we enjoyed fine dining, shopping, exploring Naples, a bay cruise, and time at the beach. Ellison got to experience many firsts while we were away like flying on an airplane, playing at the beach, sleeping with mom and dad, splashing in the hot tub, bathtime with mom, and celebrating Christmas!

a few of my favorites (okay, a lot of my favorites!)

Ellison wasn't quite sure about what to think of the beach but that didn't stop me from trying to get some pictures. It was pretty cold in the ocean and the wind was blowing so it was a quick photo session!

white christmas

We will forever cherish the memories we made on this trip. And although it was a challenging Christmas without dad's presence, we were comforted knowing that he was celebrating Christmas with Jesus himself! Thank you KK for a wonderful and much needed vacation!