New Blogger

We've got a new blogger out there! My friend and ex-roomate Twila has started her own blog. You can check out her blog on my links list. Glad to have you reporting the events of your life in the blog world Twila!

Christmas Scenes

Cookies galore...especially peanut blossoms...a must have every Christmas!

"I like her!" what Rachel says as she hugs our Christmas tree.Mommy's Navity Set. Emma and Rachel have their own wooden set which gets moved and used so much I didn't get a picture of it.

All Is Merry And Bright...

The decorations are all in place and we had our first Christmas party (for this year) here at our house Monday night. Looking forward to hosting more family and friends while the place is all decked out.

I Do Try But Santa...

Master Cookie Bakers

In this family you reach "Master Cookie Baker" by age two. Rachel is well on her way with a birthday coming up next month and lots of experience under her belt. Not to mention all the cookies under the belt -in the cute little protruding toddler belly that it well hidden by the over sized apron!

The Meaning Of The Candy Cane

The Meaning Of The Candy Cane

Many years ago a candy maker wanted to make a candy that would symbolize the true meaning of Christmas - Jesus.
The hard candy was shaped like a "J" to represent that Jesus is our rock of all ages.
The candy was made of white to stand for the pureness of Jesus.
The red represents the blood that Jesus shed to save us from our sins.

So the next time you see a candy cane take a minute to remember the real meaning of Christmas.

Christmas Self Portrait

I would much rather be behind the lens than in front of it.

I accomplished both this time.

Oh Christmas Tree Oh Christmas Tree

"It's being to look like Christmas." A quote from Ken after the tree was done.

Emma put on almost all the ornaments by herself. She enjoys decorating so much she rearranges the tree at least once a day.

Whirlwind...

I have been caught up in a whirlwind of Christmas preparations. To the usual Christmas preparations (baking, decorating, cards and gift wrapping) I added to my list a few home remodling projects I want completed before the holidays and guests arrive. Thus I have been lax with the blog, poor little Asa didn't get a birthday posting on my blog and most days my house looks like a whirlwind or rather a massive tornado has ripped through it! However, I am sure the winds will die down the closer we get to the 25th and everything will fall into place.At least that is my Christmas wish.

A view from our enclosed porch looking through the living room into the kitchen.
More glimpses of our decorating and Christmas activities to be posted...stay tuned.