Musings from the Millers: Deck the halls.....2011

Most years our decorating happens the weekend after Thanksgiving. This way we have over a full month to enjoy the Christmas season and are ready for advent. It was not to be this year. Just seemed we couldn't get it done.....but as that week wore on the kids began to ask...."Can we put up the Christmas lights for dad?" I didn't even consider it - crawling around on the roof, extension cords, etc. - how would they know what to do? They knew their dad was extremely busy and they wanted to bless him. Finally - after almost a week of begging - I noticed the kids had been out front a long time without checking in. I went out to the garage and they were up in the attic with the ladder pulling the lights and tree down.

Have you ever had one of those parenting moments where you know you should stand your ground - you've told them time and time again no - but you just don't have the energy to do it? This was one of them. I just turned around and went back in the house. Didn't want to fight the battle. It was sweet of them to want to help their dad - but really - how would they accomplish this?

Don't ever underestimate the power and will of these kids! I guess they have assisted their dad enough years in putting up the lights, because within a few hours - the Millers had lights on their house and they looked great! Merl came home part way through, and as the kids worked outside we sat inside amazed.

The kids were so pleased with themselves they even pulled the tree out and got it up along with the nativity. Looks like we have more capable help around her than we originally estimated! What a blessing. Thanks guys for helping us out - you're the best! Now we've had a decorated house for several weeks due to your perseverance and capability!