Category Archives: Christmas

Christmas Part 1

M was so excited about her presents from us – bubbles, a tunnel (which she’s calling her kennel) and a set of suitcases for an upcoming trip. Presents are going to be so much fun this year! M made us … Continue reading

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Happy Holidays!

We made it out to a local park to see Santa on Monday.  It was a super cute setup – Santa’s workshop complete with fireplace, Mrs. Clause handing out cookies and hot cocoa and a huge tree. M loved it. … Continue reading

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Christmas Activities

Finally, we did something Christmas-y. On Friday night, we got hot chocolate and drove by a house that has great lights and broadcasts corresponding music on a radio station. The light show was not happening when we were there, but … Continue reading

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Election, 27 Weeks, Recipes

The election has come and gone and I still don’t think my home state of Florida has figured out who their electoral votes will go to. Oh well, at least the winner is clear and he’s the guy I like. … Continue reading

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Cousins

When I was a kid, I was lucky enough to live close enough to some of my cousins that we were able to see them for dinner any weekend night we’d like.  Another group of cousins lived a mere half … Continue reading

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Holiday Card Re-Use

Every year when I take down the Christmas decorations I am always so sad to throw away (recycle) the holiday cards.  This is especially true when we go away for the holiday and don’t get to spend as much time … Continue reading

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Christmas Trip to Paradise

This Christmas, we headed to Florida to be with our family.  At the holidays, I am even more thankful that Ryan and I are from the same town.  There is no question about where we will go.  We enjoyed visiting … Continue reading

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M Meets Santa

It started out badly, but she was a trooper!

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‘Tis the Season

For the past (almost) 4 months I have felt like I couldn’t get ahead, and in fact felt way behind.  I’ve missed birthdays, I’ve forgotten play dates, I’ve had trouble remembering my name.  But finally I feel like I am ahead of … Continue reading

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