We’re still working through our Christmas Countdown, which we’ve done for the last few years. I like to change it up each year by adding new activities and things to do or see. This year I added the making of popcorn garland for the tree. It was very simple. Pop some plain popcorn, add a [...]
It’s not too often that we get to decorate the tree in shorts, but this year was quite warm when we were putting the tree up, so that’s what we did, tree and shorts. Everyone got in on the action, looking for prime spots, hanging their favorite ornaments, smiling at the memories each ornament brings. [...]
We just did a family Thanksgiving dinner this year, since we are still getting settled and unpacked in the new house. It was nice, with no pressure and I only made dishes I knew we’d like to have as leftovers. We got our usual Honey Baked ham and I added The Pioneer Woman’s Sweet Potatoes, [...]
This has been a big year of changes for us. We bought a new house and the space is amazing. I have so much to be thankful and happy about, but mostly, I am thrilled to have this in my life: I hope everyone has a happy Thanksgiving!
I’m taking a little break from here. Regrouping, relaxing, enjoying the summer sun, hanging with friends, hugging my children, whatever you want to call it. I just want a break from here. Not sure I will be back.