It's almost Christmas!

My favorite time of the year.  I just love Christmas.  Everyone is happier and I love to feel the magic of the season.  Thanks to my friend Gina (and her ever thoughtfulness), my tree this year is primarily burgundy and ivory.  I think it came out especially nice.  I enjoy just the atmosphere it creates and am thankful for the many blessings I have, most especially my family and friends. 

Merry Christmas Everyone!

Getting Ready

I find myself in disbelief as I look at the calendar and see how swiftly time is passing.  I so love the holidays and enjoy the Thanksgiving to Christmas season.   In OCD fashion, I've got the Christmas shopping under way, the search for cookie recipes and the decorations well in hand.  My quest for the perfect "Father Christmas" continues.

But, what I'm really looking forward to is my shopping trip on December 4th with my friend Lynda.  Two days in Las Vegas.....shopping with girlfriends!  It doesn't get much better than that!

Scrappin' with the Munchkin

It was pure joy to watch the excitement as Aunt Ann "lifted" the ideas of the other crafters.  Needless to say, it became a challenge to imitate them all the next day.  Here is the "Super Munchkin" hard at work.

My Favorite Munchkins

Last Wednesday, Aunt Ann & Uncle Paul arrived for a 3 week visit.  It's always a treat to have them visit, because they make me laugh all the time.  Aunt Ann's cooking is second only to my mom's and Uncle Paul is like having your personal fan club following you around. 

It's a good time with great people....what more could I ask for?

Happy Birthday Chad!

Happy Birthday Chad!  Today you are 32 and I am ..... well uummm........I am!  I could never express how proud I am of you and what a true delight it has been to be your Mom.  You are all I ever dreamed of and more.  Thank you for making my life so rich and so full for there is nothing sweeter to my ears than to hear you call me .... Mom.

This picture was taken Easter Sunday 1980.  It's one of my all time favorites. 

This is my newest project. These little journals are quick and easy to bling. They make great gifts. I'm "blinging" a bunch of Christmas ones for my girlfriends. They will be great to keep Christmas Shopping ideas. I've had such a great time doing these. Just give me 10 minutes and I've got another book.

Scrappin' Again

Yup! I was scrappin' all day on Saturday. Had a blast. Learned some new things, but just had a great time. One of my latest creations. Simple and nice.