The day after Halloween my kiddies were on a mission to let me know what they wanted for Christmas. The tree went up on the 25 of November so at least that was better than last year's November 1!I am actually really tired of listening to their "Wants" so I thought I would throw out a list of … [Read more...]
‘Tis the Season (for dreaded Holiday Shopping)!
I have always LOVED the Holidays. I am one of those closet Christmas freaks who turns on the Carols in November, relishes the Holiday decorations at the mall and smiles my way through the Santa Claus parade. However, one thing I tend to dread is Holiday shopping. The crowds, the pressure and the … [Read more...]
Snow White meets 007 in Ross Petty’s new hilarious show!
You're always in for a really fun time at one of Ross Petty's panto stage productions. Last year I took my kids to see Petty's The Wizard of OZ and we had a blast!This year's Ross Petty Production of Snow White The Deliciously Dopey Family Musical delivers the fun, the music, and the BOOS. … [Read more...]
I’ve Got the Pre-Christmas Blues
So, it's December in a couple days and I am not even remotely ready to get into the Christmas spirit. I feel like I am still catching up from the busy pace of the fall, still trying to stay on top of all the usual needs of the day, and the thought of digging out the Christmas decorations, planning … [Read more...]
FotoFriday: Festive Friday
It's a PD Day today and I've shipped the kids off to Gramma and Grampa's for the afternoon to help decorate their house. Ours is already done. (Except for the outdoor lights that Sean is in charge of. I'm not holding my breath for those) I know I'm somewhat early on the decorating front, but … [Read more...]
The Spirit of giving
Hard to believe that Christmas is just around the corner! Of course my children are very excited and have been begging to put up the tree, but I am being the mean mommy and saying it has to wait until December 1.I have always tried to instill good manners, and kindness in all of my children and … [Read more...]
Christmas Happenings and a Year Of Learning!
Okay. I'm back! I wasn't in self imposed exile...I just had major laptop issues. But, thank you Santa - I'm ready to start 2012 with a brand new one (and it's red...I love it). It was an interesting Christmas. Lots of time with just the boy and I - which was both awesome and … [Read more...]
Destiny
As my family unpacked the Christmas boxes preparing to trim the tree, destiny revealed itself, wrapped in tissue.I unwrapped an ornament long forgotten. An ornament given to me by my grandmother when I was a little girl. My grandmother passed away thirty years ago and I don't have many … [Read more...]
Do You Shop On Boxing Day?
I hope you all had a wonderful Christmas with your loved ones! Our holiday has been great, and no one has fallen ill, which is a new experience for our family. I got lots of great presents: Starbucks gift cards, a Brie baker, a new housecoat, 89 pairs of cute underwear, and a gift certificate … [Read more...]
The Night Before Christmas
Reading this famous poem on Christmas eve is a tradition in many homes - maybe even yours. But I had visions of people unable to find a copy in their house, and you know, some things are just sacred, so for Christmas Eve, I'm giving you all the charming Night Before Christmas, by Clement Moore. … [Read more...]
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