Originally printed in The Source. … [Read more...]
Our Favorite Christmas Present
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...]
Oh! Oh! Year 2 Birthday Bliss.
I don't think gift-giving gets much better than on a two year-old's birthday. They are old enough to appreciate the experience of opening a gift a tiny bit and exhibit renewed enthusiasm for each gift. I adore giving family gifts separately from a party without ten little friends … [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...]
