Holiday Cherished: Family Ornaments

My favorite ornaments on our tree are the pictures of my children in ornament frames. Many of these ornaments were made in school with their pictures inside them. Each year, as we unwrapped the ornaments and hang them on the tree, is a reminder of how they have grown. Looking at the tree once it is decorated always makes me reflect on various times and recall heartwarming memories. I have often thought it would be wonderful to decorate a tree with all family members, and to see all of our loved ones “scattered along the branches” then reminisce on all the times we’ve had, as well as to remember with fondness those that have left us.

~ Chantai Snellgrove, Proud Mom

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This post originally appeared on our November/December 2012 Magazine