Among one of the most favorite of traditions around the homestead is Christmas cards. The children and I eagerly await the mailman. Such enthusiasm when we are the one that gets to collect the days treasures.Christmas cards are a bother to some, but to me... they are a treasure. … [Read more...] about Christmas Cards
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Remembering Christmas…
I have had some requests from friends of things we have created and baked in Christmases pasts...here are some of our favorites with links to correspond.Christmas Breakfast Casserole3-D SnowflakesPaper StarsSnow Cream.... sigh, if only we had a lovely snow this year, like we did … [Read more...] about Remembering Christmas…
This moment 12-16-11…
{this moment} - A Friday ritual. A single photo - no words - capturing a moment from the week. A simple, special, extraordinary moment. A moment I want to pause, savor and remember.If you're inspired to do the same, leave a link to your 'moment' in the comments for all to find … [Read more...] about This moment 12-16-11…
Tis the season…
As we inch closer to blessed Christmas each day, there are things that are traditions here at the homestead... things that are special to our family.cups of hot chocolate on cold wintry dayssnuggles and quilts while reading togethergames, oh the games that are played during this … [Read more...] about Tis the season…
How-To Class #2, Baking and Decorating 101
Being that we are right upon 'the most wonderful time of the year'... my friend had a good idea and we decided that baking and decorating would be just right for our how-to class this week.We made up a batch of sugar cookies, which were probably the *best* I have ever tried.And … [Read more...] about How-To Class #2, Baking and Decorating 101