Eat Your Heart out Etsy!

I didn't have a tree skirt. And I needed one. I had a great idea to make one, but couldn't find all the supplies I needed. So that idea got ixnayed.

Plan B: an idea taken from Crate and Barrel.

Modified.

First I got a very large piece of felt.  The string is to make a tool (whose name escapes me), that I safety pinned one end down and tied the other to a sharpie.  Then I drew a circle.

And I cut the circle out.  As well as making a little circle in the middle and cut a slit from outside to inside.

After raiding my mom's old button supply (in a jar that was quite full and quite dusty), I sewed them on the felt.  This was very therapeutic, and a good way to get caught up on a few weeks worth of neglected DVRing.

Then I put it under the tree.  TADA!

 

 This is my favorite button.  'Cause it's sparkly.  And it's old.

And there you have it.  My Christmas tree, complete with a new tree skirt.

Felt - $5.00

Buttons - Free

Time - Nada

Having a homemade tree skirt - Priceless.

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December 12th:  Philippians 1:1-11; Ezekiel 18; Isaiah 47

"Every gift which is given, even though it be small, is in reality great, if it is given with affection."

-Pindar

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December 11th:  Ephesians 6; Ezekiel 17; Isaiah 46

"There's nothing to match curling up with a good book when there's a repair job to be done around the house."

-Joe Ryan

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December 10th:  Ephesians 5:21-33; Ezekiel 16; Isaiah 45

"When we are no longer able to change a situation, we are challenged to change ourselves."

-Victor Frankl

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December 9th:  Ephesians 5:1-20; Ezekiel 14-15; Isaiah 44

"There's lots of people in this world who spend so much time watching their health that they haven't the time to enjoy it."

-Josh Billings

Arnold's Catering website say WHAT?!?

My uber talented brother has finally after many years got a website for my parents up and running.  It's not quite done, but it's just about there.  All it's really missing is pictures and maybe an attached pdf list of all the delicious foods my mom can make or provide. 

So, if you're looking for, or know someone looking for, a caterer point them in the direction of...

Arnold's Catering.com

Also, if you're a user of their famous seasonings, Santa Maria or Rib Rub, you can also order those online and we'll ship them right to you (or make pick-up arrangements).

So stay tuned for the finishing touches and pass the word on.

5 Dating Rules you Should Never Break

IF I were dating, what are the rules?  What are the rules to dating?  What are the rules to finding dates?  What are the rules you shouldn't break?  Rules!

I need rules.  I need guidelines.  I need help and suggestions and advice.  

So, once again, let's see what my friends at eharmony has to say about this...

1. Listen to your Gut - Whether you're on a date or chatting elsewhere, pay attention to your instinct.  If alarms are going off from words or actions, pay attention.  
2. Pay Attention to Red Flags - Like those internal alarms that alert you to your gut feelings, you also have an alarm system to alert you to red flags. But more often than not, your alarm system is turned way down.  Paying attention to red flags as they are presented to you on dates.
3. Actions Speak Louder than Words - During the course of your dating life you will most likely find yourself on a date with someone whose actions speak much louder than their words. Maybe they’re attentive and chivalrous to you, but treat the waiter, bartender, and/or valet poorly.  To get the most out of your dating life, it’s important to understand that actions speak louder than words. When someone’s actions are contrary to their words, this is not only a red flag, it’s gut-check time. 
4.  Don't Play Games - What goes around comes around, right?  know the importance of being honest and well-intentioned with the people they date. As a successful single, you owe it to yourself and the individuals you date not to play games. Call when you say you’re going to call. Do what you say you’re going to do, and be honest when the other person asks if you’d like to go out again. 
5. Know When to Say "Game Over" - Just as you should not play dating games, you will want to avoid getting played. Like it or not, there are plenty of players on the dating scene. It’s up to you to know the signs of the player, know their game, and be confident enough to say “game over.” 

While there are no hard and fast dating rules, there are definitely guidelines to follow to make your dating life more enjoyable. By listening to your gut, paying attention to red flags, and understanding that actions speak louder than words, you cut down on wasted dating time. In doing so, you not only avoid getting played, but you also greatly increase your chances of relationship success.

It's a tough world out there.  The dating world that is.  So I'd say it's better to be prepared and to have a game plan rather than not.

For the eharmony article click here.

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December 8th:  Ephesians 4:17-32; Ezekiel 12-13; Isaiah 43

"As a child my family's menu consisted of two choices:  Take ir or leave it."

-Buddy Hackett

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December 7th:  Ephesians 4:1-16; Ezekiel 10-11; Isaiah 42

"The test of good manners is to be patient with bad ones."

-Solomon ben Yehuda ibn Gabirol

Motivation Monday - Demotivation

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December 6th:  Ephesians 3; Ezekiel 8-9; Isaiah 41

Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to his power that is at work within us, to him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, for ever and ever!  Amen.

-Ephesians 3:20-21

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December 5th:  Ephesians 2; Ezekiel 6-7; Isaiah 40

For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith - and this not from yourself, it is the gift of God - not by works, so that no one can boast.

-Ephesians 2:8-9

A is for Apple Hill!

Slowly, bear with me, I'll get caught up on what has been going on in my life. 

Like this, about a month ago a group of friends and I went to Apple Hill for the day.  There were 4, 7, 10 of us and it was a great time.

Can you guess what's in Apple Hill?  Yep, apples. 

e started off going to one of the apple farms, which was also very commercialized.  But that's ok.  After a quick lunch, walked around, ...

checked out the trout pond, ...

sampled some homemade fudge (yum!), enjoyed the shining sun, ...

some bought apples.

It was time to move on.  To the good stuff.  To the fermented stuff.  And, no, I'm not talking apple jack.  I'm talking Jack Russell Brewery.  The stipulation for getting to borrow my mom's car, I had to bring them back beer.  And I did.

I had the hard ginger pear cider.  It was good.  We enjoyed their outdoor seating and the wonderful weather. Then we moved on to a winery.  It was ok.  They had a tasting fee which was a big ridiculous.  But the scenery was pretty.  Here's a group shot (thank you handy dandy camera remote).

Had some other fun with the camera.  Like play paparazzi with Mitch...

Then he got right up in my face about it!

Such a lovely fall day...

filled with friends, old and new.  Hi Amie!

After dinner (picture of Amie was at a pub for dinner), we drove home.  I hung out with Chris and Mitch after everyone parted ways.  From about 9:30 to midnight.  Just talking.  It was nice.

It was a nice day.

The end.

Five Golden Rings...

That's my favorite line...  Fiiiivvvvveeeee golden rrrriiiiiinnngggssss....  But have you ever stopped to wonder what the meaning is behind the lines in The 12 Days of Christmas? 

Well, I have.  Therefore you get to find out what I found out.  And basically what I found out came in the monthly church bulletin from the church I grew up in.  So the source is unknown, unless you count the piece of white paper in the bulletin, then it's known.

As a white piece of paper with words on it...

Duh.

A Christmas Song Explained

There is one Christmas carol that has always been baffling to me.  What in the world do leaping lords, French hens, swimming swans and especially the partirdge that won't come out of the pear tree have to do with Christmas?

From 1558 until 1829, Roman Catholics in England were not permitted to practice their faith openly.  Someone during that era wrone this carol as a catechism song for young Catholics.  It has two levels of meaning.  The surface meaning plus a hidden meaning known only to the members of their church.  Each element in the carol has a code word for a religious reality that the children could remember.

• The partridge in a pear tree was Jesus Christ.
• The two turtledoves were the Old and New Testaments.
• The three French hens stood for faith, hope and love.
• The four calling birds were the four gospels:  Matthew, Mark, Luke and John.
• The five golden rings recalled the Torah or Law, the first five books of the Old Testament.
• The six geese a-laying stood for the six days of creation.
• The seven swans a-swimming represented the sevenfold gifts of the Holy Spirit:  Prophesy, Serving, Teaching, Exhortation, Contribution, Leadership and Mercy.
• The eight maids a-milking were the eight beatitudes.
• The nine ladies dancing were the nine fruits of the Holy Spirit:  Love, Joy, Peace, Patience, Kindness, Goodness, Faithfulness, Gentleness, and Self Control.
• The ten lords a-leaping were the Ten Commandments.
• The eleven pipers piping stood for the eleven faithful disciples.
• The twelve drummers drumming symployized the twelve points of belief in the Apostles' Creed.

So there you have it.  Your history lesson for today.

I was just going to say, "May your Christmas season be filled with the nine ladies dancing," but that sounded kinda dirty.  So I'll ixnay that.

Merry Christmas!

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December 4th:  Ephesians 1; Ezekiel 4-5; Psalm 150

"A good friend is a connection to life - a tie to the past, a road to the future, the key to sanity in a totally insane world."

-Lois Wyse

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December 3rd:  Galatians 6; Ezekiel 2-3; Psalm 149

"Advice is what we ask for when we already know the answer but wish we didn't."

-Erica Jong

(Like should I really be posting this picture of Paige in a turkey coma...?)

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December 2nd:  Galatians 5:16-26; Ezekiel 1; Psalm 148

"But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control.  Against such things there is no law."

-Galatians 5:22-23

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December 1st:  Galatians 5:1-15; Lamentations 5; Psalm 147

"Everything has beauty, but not everyone sees it."

-Confucius

Motivation Monday - Laziness

Days of December

December
1	Day Without Art Day
3	Special Kids Day
4	Extraordinary Work Team Recognition Day
	National Dice Day
5	Bathtub Party Day
6	Miner's Day
	National Pawnbrokers Day
7	National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day
	National Cotton Candy Day
9	Weary Willie Day
10	Human Rights Day
11	International Mountain Day
12	Poinsettia Day
13	International Shareware Day
	Day of the Horse
14	National Children's Memorial Day
15	Bill of Rights Day
	Cat Herders Day
16	National Chocolate-covered Anything Day
17	Clean Air Day
18	International Migrants Day
19	Underdog Day
20	Mudd Day
21	Winter Solstice
26	National Candy Cane Day
	National Whiner's Day
28	National Chocolate Day
29	Tick Tock Day
30	Falling Needles Family Fest Day
31	Make Up Your Mind Day
	No Interruptions Day

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November 30th:  Galatians 4:21-31; Lamentations 3-4; Psalm 146

"Everytime you smile at someone, it is an action of love, a gift to that person, a beautiful thing."

-Mother Teresa

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November 29th:  Galatians 3:19-4:20; Lamentations 1-2; Psalm 145

"A great marriage is not when the 'perfect couple' comes together.  It is when the imperfect couple learns to enjoy their differences."

-Dave Meurer

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November 28th:  Galatians 3:1-18; Jeremiah 51-52; Psalm 144

"Buying something on sale is a very special feeling.  In fact, the less I pay for something, the more it is worth to me."

-Rita Rudner

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November 27th:  Galatians 2; Jeremiah 49-50; Psalm 143

I have been crucified with Christ and I no longer live, but Christ lives in me.  The life I live in the body, I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me.

-Galatians 2:20

Let the morning bring me word of your unfailing love,

for I have put my trust in you.

Show m the way I should go,

for to you I lift up my soul.

-Psalm 143:8

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November 26th:  Galatians 1; Jeremiah 47-48; Psalm 142

"Thanksgiving is America's national chow-down feast, the one occasion each year when gluttony becomes a patriotic duty."

-Michael Dresser

This Ain't My First Rodeo

I'm determined to make it through this holiday season with little to no weight gain. So I'm going into it with a plan. Starting today, the kick off to the glutton fest. I'm writing it down to be held accountable, therefore, you get to know what it is.

Don't you feel privy and special?

1. Drink LOTS of water. And I mean lots! (in between the glasses of red wine...)
2. Wear tight pants. That's right, no elastic, no expanding, no sweatpants. I'll know when I'm done when my waistband cuts off circulation to my lower half.
3. Fill half my plate with veggies. So what if my sweet potatoes and green beans are swimming in butter.
4. Go on a walk pre and post meal. Ok, fine, so the post meal walk is really to make room for dessert.
5. Dessert. Oh dear. Stick to desserts that contain fruit. Pumpkin pie, berry pie, apple pie. Pecans are a protein nut, so I'll allow pecan pie too. Oh, and 1/2 fat, slow churned ice creams are clear too.

- Posted from my iPhone

Prayer of Thanksgiving

Everyday we have much to be thankful for, but do you give thanks everyday?   In the craziness of the holiday season, and the slowness of the rest of the year, don't forget to turn to the one who gives you such things to be thankful for.

God,
We thank you for all the abundant blessings and gifts You have given us.  Please let the Light of Your love continue to burn bright in us today, as we thank You and celebrate You.  Keep showing us Your will and giving us the resources and strength to do what You want us to do.

Let us find the way to love one another by seeing You, God, in our family and neighbors.  As we go forward again this day, in this life, let us always remember You and Love You.
Amen.

I would so love to hear what your prayer, blessings, or grace is at your Thanksgiving table.  Feel free to comment below.

A Prayer of Thanks

Happy Thanksgiving everyone!

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November 25th:  2 Peter 3; Jeremiah 45-46; Psalm 141

"The longer I live the more beautiful life becomes."

-Frank Lloyd Wright

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November 24th:  2 Peter 2; Jeremiah 43-44; Psalm 140

"I really don't think I need buns of steel.  I'd be happy with buns of cinnamon."

-Ellen DeGeneres 

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November 23rd:  2 Peter 1; Jeremiah 41-42; Psalm 139

How precious to me are your thoughts, O God!

How vast is the sum of them!

Were I to count them,

they would outnumber the grains of sand.

When I awake,

I am still with you.

-Psalm 139:17-18

Search me, O God, and know my heart;

test me and know my anxious thoughts.

-Psalm 139:23

5 Ways Women Sabotage Their Relationships

Am I a saboteur?   I know I'm constantly trying not to sabotage my weight loss journey.  And sometimes I feel like I sabotage friendships.  Or maybe I manipulate...?  Either way, not good.  So, do I sabotage relationships too?  Well, let's see what eharmony has to say about how women sabotage their relationships...

1. You’ve refused to go out with a guy because he didn’t fit your perfect picture of Mr. Right.
   Is the guy you’re hoping to meet more myth than actual flesh and blood? If he is, then it’s time to think about the real guys you meet and how they might make you happy ever after without the fairy tale ending.  Ok, I'd like the opportunity to refuse to go out with a guy.  Seriously!  Sure, I know what I want in a guy, but in order to know if someone does or doesn't fit into what I'm looking for I first need to find someone to go on a date with and get to know.
   
2. You’ve judged a guy based solely on looks, and ignored the fact that he had a great personality.
   Great looks don’t last, but a caring man, who puts you first, might truly go the distance. A kind man who will be a faithful partner is the kind of happiness you can take to the bank. I'm not that shallow, but there needs to be some sort of instant attraction.  Right?
   
3. You have a pattern of getting into arguments with your significant other -- for no real reason.
   More often than not, the woman doing this habitually is experiencing a form of transference, in which you relive the wounds of past relationships. Remember this one simple rule, good endings help create good beginnings. If you take the time to heal those past relationship disappointments, there’s a good chance you’ll leave a lot of those needless arguments behind you. Um, guilty.  Doh!  How do I fix it and make it better?
   
4. You make fun of him or tease him about his passion for you.
   Most men are not Brad Pitt; that doesn’t mean they like to be reminded of their shortcomings in the area of romance. Bottom line: Never tell a man; instead, show him. Most men are rather inept in the art of intimacy and in truth are hoping to be taught. Think and show - not tell.  No comment.  Can't say I've had a problem with PDA before.
   
5.  You’ve left a relationship because it was easier than telling him how you really felt.
   Sure, it’s tempting at times to end rather than mend a relationship, but ask yourself this: Was that really the outcome you wanted? Relationships that go the distance ultimately rise and fall on trust. You can be loving and positive and still be honest. Sure it can be difficult to put your feelings out there; but if he indeed is Mr. Right, he’ll want to know, and most importantly, he’ll want you both to move forward as a couple. I'm the dumpee, never the dumper.  But I do know that I have trust issues, not just in dating relationships but also in friendship relationships.  I've been burned in the past and I'm afraid of getting burned again, so I error on the side of caution.
   

 There you have it, 5 ways women sabotage their relationships.  Sometimes it's good to hear the stuff that we don't want to hear.  Sometimes we do things without realizing, or we do realize but don't the the reasoning.  Reflect back on past relationship and try to figure out what happened, what went wrong, who was wrong.  (Ok, don't reflect back on that one, 'cause the other person is 99.9% of the time the wrong one, right?)

eharmony.com

If you're wondering why I keep posting all these eharmony articles, it's because for that fraction of a second that I had a paid membership I got put on their email list.  And apparently they still know that 1) I haven't found my soul mate, and 2) I need help!

Motivation Monday - Insanity

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November 22nd: 1 Peter 5; Jeremiah 39-40; Psalm 138

"Among those whom I like or admire, I can find no common denominator, but among those whom I love, I can:  all of them make me laugh."

-W.H. Auden

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November 21st:  1 Peter 4; Jeremiah 37-38; Psalm 137

"Children laugh an average of three hundred or more times a day; adults laugh an average of 5 times a day.  We have a lot of catching up to do."

-Heather King

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November 20th:  1 Peter 3; Jeremiah 35-36; Psalm 136

Your beauty should not come from outward adornment, such as braided hair and the wearing of gold jewelry and fine clothes.  Instead, it should be that of your inner self, the unfading beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit, which is of great worth in God's sight.

-1 Peter 3:3-4

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November 19th:  1 Peter 2; Jeremiah 33-34; Psalm 135

"What I expect from my male friends is that they are polite and clean.  What I expect from my female friends is unconditional love, the ability to finish my sentences for me when I am sobbing, a complete and total willingness to pour their hearts out to me, and the ability to tell me why the meat thermometer isn't supposed to touch the bone."

-Anna Quindlen

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November 18th:  1 Peter 1; Jeremiah 31-32; Psalm 134

Therefore, prepare your minds for action; be self-controlled; set your hope fully on the grace to be given you when Jesus Christ is revealed.

-1 Peter 1:13

Forgive me for a minute...

I wanna win something! And in order for me to get an extra entry in the drawing I need to post with a link.

So you see,

(Have you noticed I start sentences with 'so' a lot? Yea, I noticed.)

So, you see, I'm a big fan of a Texas photographer. I came across her some time ago and was in awe. Awe inspired, I wanna be as talented as she is, oh! and look she loves Jesus too!

You see, Kayla Barker of Spink Studio is doing a giveaway.  And I thoroughly enjoy entering giveaways, even though I normally have a snow's chance in hell of actually winning.  And to date, I haven't won anything from anywhere.  But still, I try.  So I'm trying again.

Kayla Barker is giving away her time and talents by giving away 50 FREE custom designed Christmas cards. 


We already discussed my affection of receiving Christmas cards, but did I tell you I love sending them too?  Well, I do.  And I really like having a unique card.  A one of a kind.  Something that had effort and thought and creativity put into it. 


(Although, that was not the case last year for me.)


So here I am.  Try to win 50 custom designed Christmas cards.


Did I mention how talented Kayla is?  I dare you to go to her site and check out her ability; not only with photography, but also with photoshop.

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November 17th: James 5; Jeremiah 29-30; Psalm 133

"...For I know the plans I have for you," declares the Lord, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.  Then you will call upon me and come and pray to me, and I will listen to you.  You will seek me and find me when you seek me with all your heart..."

-Jeremiah 29:11-13

Let's Play a Game!

It's getting to be about that time of the year.  You know, the time of the year when your mailbox starts to overflow with holiday cards and well-wishes.  Honestly, getting Christmas cards is maybe one of my favorite parts of the holiday season.  Getting to see those that I'm not in frequent contact with and how much everyone has grown (or in my case gotten older). 

So here's a fun little game that I found in the December 2008 edition of Real Simple.  Play along with me.  Then at the end of the card receiving season we'll compare scores.  Come on!  It'll be fun!

Holiday-Card Score Sheet

When the season's greetings start rolling in, tally up the points for each card you receive and check your holiday luck.

Gain points when you receive cards from:

• Dentist, insurance agent, hairdresser, dry cleaner, mailman +0.5 each
• Your own mother +0.5
• Another relative +1
• Friend via e-mail +0.5
• Your boss +1
• Friend you see at least once a week +1
• Above, with reference to an inside joke +3
• Long-distance friend, devoid of any personal message +2
• Above, with personal message of at least three lines +5
• Anyone who includes a handwritten personal note of more than five sentences +5
• Long-lost friend who hasn't been heard from in 20 years +10

Lose points when:

• Card and envelope are same piece of paper -1
• Signature is imprinted rather than handwritten inside card -2
• Photo is of a helpless pet in a holiday costume -3
• Your name is spelled incorrectly -4
• Highly religious card celebrates faith other than your own -5
• Card is the same one you received last year -6
• Return-address label was provided by charity to which sender may not have actually contributed -7
• Family newsletter contains words such as gallbladder, spleen, and gout -8
• Family newsletter is from ex who is (not so) subtly gloading over his/her recent wedding and cushy new job -10
• Long-lost friend who hasn't been heard from in 20 years asks for money of a place to live -20

Bonus points:

• Gilded envelope +0.5
• Handwritten return address +1
• Card in which all family members appear to have signed their own names +2
• Newsletter or family photo in card +2
• Card with moving parts +3
• Extremely clever handmade card +4
• Oversized card requiring extra postage +5
• Card sent from foreign country +6
• Newsletter with humor at progeny's expense +8
• Card with check, cash, or gift certificate +20

I'll check in every now and then with my to date results.  This could be fun!  Join me!

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November 16th: James 4; Jeremiah 27-28; Psalm 132

"God opposes the proud

but gives grace to the humble."

-James 4:6

Motivation Monday - Government

Hair Help!

I have a major problem right now.  Involving my hair.  Short of rubbing a dryer sheet all over it I don't know what to do. 

I have static cling hair!  Help!  What will fix it?

I brush my hair, and it looks like I rubbed a balloon all over it.  I "smooth" it down with my hands, and it looks like I rubbed a balloon all over it.  I pull on a shirt or sweater, and it looks like I rubbed a balloon all over it.

What do I do to not look like a science experiment???

Ideas.  Tips.  Suggestions.  Products that work. 

All are welcome!

Please...

Inside the Mind of the Single Guy

For all you single ladies, have you ever walked into a room full of (or with at least one) single guys and wondered "what's he thinking?"?  Well I have.  Many times I have.

So let's see what the pros say is "inside the mind of the single guy"...

• Real guys like real girls
  Just be yourself!  The first thing you need to know is that real guys like real girls. You shouldn’t pretend to be someone you’re not. Guys consider phoniness a huge turnoff.
• Independent women rule
  For the single guy, the great thing about being single is his ability to have a full and rewarding life independent of a relationship; so it’s important for you to have the same. Be strong, independent, and fully in love with your own fabulous single life.
• It's okay for you to make the first move
  There are single guys out there who might prefer that you make the first move. In fact, apparently a lot of guys report that they like it when a girl makes the first move. It lets them know she’s interested (and it’s a real confidence boost!). Just remember though, after you make the first move, leave the rest up to him. Guys want and need to be part of the delicate dating chase. If you do all the work, they’ll just stop chasing.
• Physical intimacy means different things to different people
  One very crucial thing to know about some single guys is that sex and intimacy can be two different things. Sleeping with someone does not necessarily mean they’re looking to get serious with her. If you’re taking your physical relationship to the next level, you might want to have a conversation first to make sure your intentions and his are clearly stated. (FYI, I do not support this bullet point or what it is implying)
  
• Most single guys are not marriage-minded
  The sooner you understand that most single men are not on the prowl for a wife, the easier it will be for you to relate to your date. Approach dating with the attitude that they just want to have fun and meet a variety of interesting people until they meet someone worth committing to.
• Commitment is not a bad word
  When the right girl does come along, most single men are comfortable committing. By taking their time and really getting to know the women they date, guys again have the right idea. Take a page from their dating playbook and just have fun dating and relating! That way, when you do meet someone truly special, you’ll not only know he’s The One, but you'll be ready, willing, and able to commit because you’ve successfully played the field.
  

So there you have it.  Insight (cliff notes version) straight from the sourse - the mind of a single guy (via this article). Next time you go out lookin' for a guy, try these tips and see if they work.

Then report back to me because I'm uber curious!

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November 15th: James 3; Jeremiah 25-26; Psalm 131

"It isn't the great big pleasures that count the most; it's making a great deal out of the little ones."

-Jean Webster

Today's project...

2 strands of icicle lights
4 stands of normal white lights
~15 screw hook thingies
1 tall ladder
1 super long extension cord
a couple hours of solo work
= a house ready for Christmas



The outside at least. And yes, the wreath on the door with be replaced with a more holiday appropriate one.

Pleas note, the lights won't be lit again until after Thanksgiving. I'm a beliver that each holiday should get it's time to shine (none of this Halloween to Christmas and skipping turkey day).


- Posted from my iPhone

Photo Update...

Check out my latest photo shoot with the Danbom family... 

So much fun. 

Minus the mosquitoes that is...

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November 14th: James 2; Jeremiah 23-24; Psalm 130

"The only real elegance is in the mind; if you've got that, the rest really comes from it."

-Diana Vreeland

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November 13th: James 1; Jeremiah 21-22; Psalm 129

Blessed is the man who perseveres under trial, because when he has stood the test, he will receive the crown of life that God has promised to those who love him.

-James 1:12

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November 12th:  Philemon; Jeremiah 19-20; Psalm 128

"It's completely usual for me to get up in the morning, take a look around, and laugh out loud."

-Barbara Kingsolver, High Tide in Tucson: Essays from Now or Never