I have to admit to being kind of a old fashioned girl when it comes to Christmas. I love seafood on Christmas Eve and the traditional meal on Christmas Day. My hubby and I wrap every present individually, even if its part of a set so it feels like you get a present bonanza on Christmas morning.

I even made Pyjamas for my kids and their 'little' cousins to wear on Christmas night (Thanks to my very crafty and talented Sister-in-law for that idea).

I love to watch my kids slightly sleepy looking faces light up when they set eyes on the 'Santa Sacks' full of goodies and YES, they have chocolate for breakfast.

The inevitable looming family drama never seems to be as dramatic as the memory of the years gone by and things just seem to cruise along until you are stuffed full of food and just a tad sleepy.

We spent this years Christmas with my family in Brisbane and we caught up with some old BFF's. Champagne flows freely (only good stuff though) and life is good, simple and lovely.

The second part of our break was spent on the NSW South Coast at our favourite family spot. Beautiful clean waters, no crowds - well not compared to beaches in Sydney or QLD - and some fun family time. We celebrated the New Year with more champagne (what else), watching fireworks on telly while the kids snored. 12.10am and we were snoring too.

Such is the life of my young family and I wouldn't trade it for anything.

While at the beach I left my trusty camera at home and relied on the iPhone for my pics. Not too shabby for a telephone and a little bit of Instagram.

Happy 2012 to everyone.

How will you capture this year? It will never come again. Get out your camera and record the moments. Or call me and I'll do it for you ;)

K xo