The Reason for the Season

We usually go to Tuacahn to watch the live nativity but this year we decided to try something new and venture out to Staheli Farms.  I was glad we did. The nativity is free, they only ask that you bring a can of food to donate as your admission.  I love that they do this for free all month and donate so much food.
They had a small set made of hay and benches and picnic tables set up in front.  It was more personal and intimate in a way.  When we walked outside of our house it was not too chilly but once we got the farms it was freezing and windy.  We bundled up best we could and snuggled together to keep warm.  Will was unprepared and did not bring anything for his head.  He ended up stealing Addi’s snuggle blanket and wrapping it around his head.  He looked rather interesting.  One of our primary kids walked by and Will tapped him on his shoulder to say hello, he must not have recognized Will with his head piece because he cried out for his Mom and ran away!

The program started with a lady singing a beautiful song about Mary.  She had a great voice and it really set the mood.  I love watching a live nativty because it brings me away from all the presents and crafts and craziness to the simple reason we celebrate Christmas.  The  manger seen is so peaceful and perfect.  Most of the actors were kids and they were cute. 
  We did have a slight distraction during the nativity.  Dear Addison could see the llama that was near the manger and she loudly said ‘moooooo’ at least every minute.  It was funny and I could not help my laughing.
After the nativity we drove around to look at the Christmas lights.  Addi would start yelling and pointing whenever we saw a house that was really lit up.  We had a great night and will defiantly go back next year!