Last night the youngest two of my brood and I stayed up late to work on some Christmas presents. I had an idea and they helped me execute my plan. Tomorrow my family will host our annual Christmas with Shannon's side of the family. First time ever that it will be here, so … [Read more...] about Making Christmas
Christmas
Christmassing
Last night after a spur of the moment decision after church, the children and I decided to go to Chattanooga to see a little subdivision that has really put on a spectacular display! Sometimes you just have to do... you know. Just go! No planning, just doing. And it was WELL … [Read more...] about Christmassing
SNOW
Last Friday we woke up to a great surprise. My mom called early to tell me that their school had been delayed because of SNOW! I didn't even realize the chance was so great, much less that we were getting snow! I was thrilled! I knew the kids would be too!It was also the day when … [Read more...] about SNOW
Gingerbread Making
Friday was an absolutely brilliant day. First off... SNOW! I've got pictures of that to show later. And then our homeschool Christmas party. And then family time where we made a gingerbread house! The kids thought google eyes would be cute on the gingerbread men so the hot … [Read more...] about Gingerbread Making
Making Merry
This year I just want to make things merry as much as possible. I may say that every year, ahem... but it is true. I've hung a few extra strands of twinkle lights, because you can never have too many twinkle lights. Sigh. So true. It makes everything more … [Read more...] about Making Merry