The Christmas trains - each of my kids has one, spelling out their names. They only come out at Christmas.

Swedish Star, a gift from Natalie many moons ago.

Hot cocoa, Scotian at the piano and the kids singing Christmas Carols on Christmas Eve. A late phone call from Scotian's parents in Florida, and some sweet "I miss you" tears.

The quiet tree, and the quiet greyhound (blending seamlessly into the couch) after everyone is in bed.