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 ...
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. ...
I can’t let it go
I feel like I need an intervention. I'm having some problems. It's...letting go. Of...Christmas. I just can't let it go. Elsa knew darn well what she was singing about in her song, that's for sure. You see, I just LOVE ME SOME CHRISTMAS. Oh, I've taken down our tree. (Not to brag, but I DID take that ...
Fun Friday Favorites: Board games, perfume, and Oreo Balls
It's been blustery cold here. Between all of the late starts, early dismissals, and "Snow Day"/no school...it's hard for me to get back into ANY sort of routine. I'm not complaining. I'm just validating why I haven't been consistent on ANYTHING, except for wearing lounge wear or pajamas. And catching up on some of my ...
New Year’s resolutions, my new Life Planner, and yummy Puppy Chow
I'm back dear friends. I meant to write a post Sunday evening, but I was plain tuckered out from Christmasing at Grandma Helen's. We are so happy that she is feeling better. It was a fun day of eating great food, visiting with family, and enjoying Christmas with Grandma Helen. Now, it's back to reality and ...
Christmas Recap…great gifts and bad casseroles
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! From my darling Hubby and our two boys and me...the gal with the eye glitch in the picture. For the love of picture taking. Do I HAVE to ruin a good family picture by crinkling up my nose and squinting ONE eye?? *Sigh. It's all I've got folks. You see, we've ...
Merry Christmas!
It's Christmas Eve and I've been pondering the Christmas story. It's one that I never get tired of hearing. Mary & Joseph traveling to Bethlehem. Jesus born in a manager because there was no room for them in the inn. This Christmas season, I pray that you will make room for Him in your heart. Over ...
It’s Christmas time…in the kitchen! And Mrs. Claus & the gift she always leaves
I guess you could say that our home is similar to Mrs. Claus' kitchen...lots of goodies are being made and I'm thoroughly enjoying every minute of it. Yesterday, I gave you my Frosted Sugar Cookie recipe, along with the Best Frosting EVER recipe. Today, I will share two more recipes with you that are easy peasy. Monster Cookie Dough ...