is Grandma Cathy! Grandma arrived last Wednesday amidst some tricky freezing rain. Thank goodness for Daddy who handled the drive home from St. Louis (a 2 hour drive that stretched to 3-3 1/2) with expert patience! Anticipation for Grandma's arrival has been building at our … [Read more...]
Making a List and Checking it Twice
Thanks to Cyber Monday, I have crossed nearly everything off my Christmas gift lists. I still have one big item to purchase from CSN and as I perused their website today, I was tempted by other items such as toy storage bins, leather messenger bags for the laptop, and play … [Read more...]
Let the Countdown Begin
Aldi made my day a few weeks back when I discovered these classic chocolate advent calendars for .99 a piece. I am a sucker for all things from the Christmases of my childhood - advent calendars, bubble lights, and finial tree toppers. I purchased each child their own advent … [Read more...]
When my Inner Pollyanna Emerges
I adore the holidays. I was thrilled on Wednesday when my husband opted to turn on Christmas carols while our family cleaned and throughout our Thursday Thanksgiving celebration too. I wanted to start listening to them Monday. I like those chintzy wreaths with the red ribbons … [Read more...]
Our Christmas Trip to the ER
We have a joke at our house: If it's vacation, someone is bound to get sick. Our first Christmas home to WA after moving to IL, Ella had her first ear infection and it was a killer. She was up all night and generally miserable. This Christmas, Ezra decided it … [Read more...]
