This weekend I was in Norway visiting an account so I took Monday off and Gentry and I ventured out into the freezing cold of Amsterdam to do some Christmas shopping. It is wonderful to be here this time of year as we see all the Christmas decorations around the city and the amazing Christmas markets. We had a lot of fun walking around and looking at all the markets. It was so cold we had to buy some warmer hats while we were out, but they were worth every euro. In the middle of our shopping Gentry introduced me to a little bagel and coffee house. We ordered hot chocolate and I have to say it was really good. They bring you some steaming milk and a little cup of chocolate chips to mix in. It was excellent and hit the spot on a cold winter day. As we were making our way through the Christmas market it was fun to look at gifts for family and laugh about some of the things we could get, but I may get arrested trying to bring them back to the states. In our married life we have had some great Christmas memories, but yesterday will be one of my favorites to look back on. This year Christmas has a different feel and being so far away this Christmas our gift to each other was a trip home. We have realize how great it is to be around family this time of year. We love our new home and the challenges that it presents, but we love Utah and miss family that always keeps us on our toes. I wanted to share some pictures of our shopping adventure and a great Christmas message as we get into the busy Christmas season. Hope it is a good one for all of you! MERRY CHRISTMAS!
