Like most everyone, we've been busy around here. Amidst the making Oreo Balls (which did not turn out well this year) (I'm blaming the red frosting in the Oreo cookies), frosting the delicious sugar cookies, wrapping presents, attending Christmas parties, and telling myself to BACK AWAY FROM THE COOKIES, we've had a lot of Christmas ...
Fun Friday Favorites: Yummy Christmas recipes
You guys. I can't believe in one week it will be Christmas. ONE WEEK. I repeat...ONE WEEK. Eeeeeekk! I have a lot of wrapping to do! The boys were down and out with the flu bug this week, so not one ounce of baking was done. But we did watch our fair share of Christmas movies. ...
Elfie & Peppermint Patty
Back in 2010, we were given the Elf on the Shelf book with the elf in the box. I was skeptical. Not thrilled, even though it was a gift from my bestie. But I was raised with manners, so I politely thanked Francy and accepted this Christmas gift. This meant work for me and I ...
Book proposals, performances, and pajama pants
Isn't that a catchy title? What do all three of those things have in common? Hold on, I'm about to tell you. Let me share what we've been up to for the past few weeks. For starters, if this hasn't been the longest hiatus EVER. Over the past few weeks, I was busy getting my proposal ...
Giving thanks at Thanksgiving and always
Well, hello dear readers! It has been too long! And tomorrow is Thanksgiving! Bring on the green bean casserole, mashed potatoes & gravy, appetizers, pie, and rolls. Oh, and the turkey. (Can you tell I love me some carbs??!!!) Many things have been consuming me, with writing my book proposal at the very top of the ...
Fun Friday Favorites: It’s officially sweater weather
Look at those two handsome boys. The other night, we stopped by Daddy's work and they immediately began "working" at his desk. They never run out of energy. Me, on the other hand. I run out of energy when I have to remember decimal rules. Yes. Our week was filled with all kinds of excitement. We've ...
Weekend Recap: Deer hunting and Charlie Brown’s new movie
We had another busy weekend with both of the boys having basketball games, looking for some new living room furniture, meetings, and that's just a few of the things that were on the Patterson calendar. YIKES! I feel the need to share some news. I heart Charlie Brown. No, I haven't always loved him, but the ...
Fun Friday Favorites: Nail polish, Thanksgiving decor, and the boys
It's Friday!! My favorite day of the week. Today's post is a random list of things. I felt it necessary to share some nail polish favs. And with Thanksgiving upon us at the end of the month, I have some decor I found that would be wonderful in your cozy home. Also, I am taking time ...
It’s been a little quiet on here
Hello? Hello? Is anyone there? Ah, yes. Thankfully, you are, dear friend. You, my friend, are SOLID. We are SOLID FRIENDS. No fair weather friendship here. Thank you. It's been quiet on here, but I can explain. First. Let me begin by sharing what we've been up to lately. Last Friday, I helped with Maxim's party at school. ...
Fun Friday Favorites: I can’t stop thinking about comfy clothes
I think this cooler weather is to blame. And that I've been writing from home more this week, rather than going to Coffeesmiths. Therefore, I've been all about comfy clothes. Surely, on Sunday afternoon, after your kids have trick-or-treated Saturday night like it was THEIR JOB, you'll be ready for some comfy clothes to lounge in. ...