Showing posts with label almost winter. Show all posts
Showing posts with label almost winter. Show all posts

Thursday, December 7, 2017

For Today
December 7, 2017
I am once again participating in The Simple Woman's Daybook
created by Peggy Hostetler
http://thesimplewoman.blogspot.com

Looking out my window...I see the reflection of our Christmas tree lights in the glass. It's 7:00P.M. and has been dark since the sun disappeared at 4:27P.M. this evening. 32 degrees right now and going down. Feels like winter.

I am thinking...we're at a loss as to what our kids and grandkids might want for Christmas this year. Usually, by now, they've all provided a wish list. Only 17 more days until we have our Christmas on the 24th. Is it panic time yet?

I am thankful...that we are abundantly blessed in so many ways and so much so that no one can think of anything they want or need.

One of my favorite things...this time of year is Christmas lights. I usually string them around a couple of rooms in the house, but only the tree is lit up right now.

I am creating...all sorts of artsy things in my imagination that never seem to become a reality. 

I am wearing...fleecy jammie pants, long sleeved T, and fuzzy socks that only see the light of day at this time of year.

I am watching...well, we just got done watching seasons 1 & 2 of Stranger Things. 

I am hoping...for some snow this winter. 

I am learning...this right here...

In my kitchen...my hubby is brewing coffee (he's sleepy, so caffeine). I love the fragrance of coffee. I enjoy smelling it more than I enjoy drinking it. 

In the school room...the grandpeeps are looking forward to Christmas break (although now it's called winter break because political correctness.)(Don't get me started) My son-in-law is finished with all his college classes, finals next week, and then he graduates!

In my garden...does the nine foot fake tree sitting in my living room qualify? No? Didn't think so. 

Board room...this one seems appropriate for this post today...
(link to this Pin on my Inspirational Board) https://www.pinterest.com/pin/190910471687654461/

Post Script...check this out for answers to spiritual matters...lots of interesting articles.
https://www.apologeticspress.org

Shared Quote...

A moment from my day...I'm a sunset junkie. True story.


Closing Notes...

If you enjoyed reading my daybook and would like to create one of your own, HERE is the link to the format, guidelines and complete list of prompts.

Friday, December 16, 2016

HAPPY 38TH BIRTHDAY, HOLLY!

Daughter Holly celebrated her 38th birthday today. The Baskin-Robbins chocolate chip ice cream/chocolate cake is a long time birthday tradition for her, complete with Christmas decorations.



Party Peeps from left: Elijah, Neil, Kelly, Knox, Jane, Don, Julia, Holly, and Shelby
Party Peeps from left: Sarah, Holly, Jerry, Elijah, Neil, and Don
The cake and punch were yummy
The presents were even better
Happy Birthday to our almost-Christmas baby Holly! You are the best Christmas present we've ever received. Wishing you all the good things you deserve in the coming year. So blessed that you are ours. We love you more than you'll ever know!

Saturday, December 3, 2016

HAPPY 5TH BIRTHDAY, KNOX!!

Grandson Knox turned 5 today!
He loves super heroes of all kinds, especially Avengers
We sang The Birthday song 
He blew out all those candles ...
... and enjoyed his birthday cake, ice cream, and punch
Party People!
The cake was great but opening presents was the best ~ He got books ...
... but hit the jackpot when he opened the really good stuff ~ Lego Ninjago, his latest fave
His cousin Elijah read his birthday cards to him
More goodies ...
... and then some more
Great-aunt Jane and family got him some cool headphones, super hero style
Birthday carnage ~ he was pretty much thrilled with all of it
Grandpa, Daddy, Elijah, and Knox figuring out how to work the bow and arrow
Knox couldn't wait to get started building one of those Lego sets ... with Daddy's help of course
Captain America enjoyed the party, too
Photo shoot with family and the Birthday Boy ~ his cousin Elijah, Aunt Holly, and cousin Shelby
Knox with cousin Sarah, great-aunt Jane, and great-uncle Don
His cousin Julia was late to the party but better late than never
Granny and Grandpa ~ we love having this grand peep in our lives ~ so hard to believe he's five already!
And those two wonderful people who made this day possible ~ Daddy and Mommy ~ Knox is most definitely the love of their lives

Happy Birthday, Knox!! We love you more than you'll ever know!!

Friday, December 2, 2016

“It is December, and nobody asked if I was ready.” ― Sarah Kay


How did it get so late so soon?
It's night before it's afternoon.
December is here before it's June.
My goodness how the time has flewn.
How did it get so late so soon?
~Dr. Seuss