Letter the 11th: A Calendar of Our Very Own

Today we received one of the most incredibly thoughtful gifts I think we are likely to ever receive.  Since my earliest recollection the Cook Felt Christmas Tree Advent Calendar has been one of my most looked forward too Christmas traditions.  Not only did I get to help put ornaments on Grandma Cook's tree, but the Bean household was also a proud owner of a felt Evergreen beauty and it was a treasured joy to beat the other members of the family to hanging up the ornament of the day.  Jessica was always permitted to hang the ornament on the 4th as it was her birthday. Unfortunately, with a rotation of four children and Jessica's ownership of the 4th it always ended up that Jessica got to put up the ornaments on the 24th.  I remember distinctly the arguments that would ensue over the monopolization of the 24th... truly cherished memories.  I knew it was Christmas time if the calendar was hanging in our home.

I never thought, in all of my wildest dreams, that I would be so honored to continue such a noble and glorious tradition.

WOW!!! So many thank yous to the Diamond Family! We are now the proud owners of a shimmering felt delight.  Today we pinned up 13 ornaments and  look forward to the rest.  This calendar is rather special, it did come with just ornaments for the pinning, but treats for the eating and suggestions to keep up the Christmas cheer.  I quote, "Sing Frosty the Snowman two times," "Turn Alan's soccer ball into a giant ornament," " Kiss Alan five times today," "Tie a Christmas bow on Baxter's collar," "Wear read and green today" and "Write Jessica and email for her Birthday."  Naturally the last was placed in the pocket for the 4th, Jessica's ownership of the 4th has spread to all advent calendars, though with this calendar belonging to me the old arguments seem obsolete now.  Our calendar is beautiful and I cannot help, but to just stare at it every five minutes or so.  I love my family and our fun Christmas traditions! Thank you again to the Diamond clan!  

Much love,

Alyson