Quick Meals , More Time For Fun.....

Bean stew and corn muffins, make a quick lunch. Then it's hours of crafting. We made 9 felt cardinals, colored a dolly , flowerpot, read stories,and drew pictures. Tomorrow we take Emma home, I always miss her as we drive away.

She's Back......

Here's Emma Pooh, she's staying a few days with us. She is wearing her new "monkey p.j.'s and robe" so fitting LOL. She's playing 3-d something or other. There's sits her new pal Jingle. So far we have had some fun, making crafts, watching a movie, also fed the goats next door an apple snack. Would have played out longer, but brrrr,it's cold out. Today we are going to the library, they have a book sale table there:):) We may go by Angie's , unless Uncle Mark is home sick. We do not go where someone is sick with a child along.

Early Morning Sky...

This is the way the sky appeared on Christmas eve morning. I love sunrises and sunsets. There's nothing like them. God is the best artist:):)   I went shopping with Angie today. Spent 10 dollars....nooo, I am not into shopping. We had a nice lunch together. That's when we can talk and laugh. I love spending time with my daughters. Tomorrow is when Emma comes for a few days. :):)

Big Kids Playing .....

Margo and Sierra wanted to play with the little kids.  I think this was called head liners?? not sure. But it was fun for all of them. I like seeing games that aren't electronic.:):) My girls and I would play scrabble every snow day, free from work or school. I miss those days with my girls. It makes me wish to go back in time.

Grandkds......

Christmas day I got to be with my grandchildren. I love each of them so much. Almost all of them seems to be taller than me. Emma's legs are as long as mine, we laugh about that. I think she will be a tall girl. Standing is Margo, Jake, Sierra, and Brock. Then sitted is Emma , me (Nana), Savannah, and Skylar. I hope all of you got plenty of hugs from your loved ones. I got lots but it's never enough :):)

Merry Christmas To All.....

I wish all of you a Merry Christmas and a wonderful New Year. I know that keeping the feeling of Christmas in our hearts, is not always easy, but let's at least try :):) Smiles to all.

Emma.....

Here's Emma on the Wednesday. She is so excited for Christmas. Then she will stay a few days with me. I have missed her very much. She's had a rough year, with her mommy being sick. Things are looking up for all,  with God's blessings.

Meet Ashley, Our Grandson's Girlfriend.....

This is Ashley, the young lady that's been keeping company with our Korey. She's a pretty girl and sweet . Thank you God.  Lots of smiles on that. We had the best visit with these young people. Our time flew by.  Hope all of you had a fun day with someone you love.

My Grandson Visited Today...

Our grandson ,Korey, came to visit today. He brought his girlfriend to meet us. We are very proud of Korey, so we were anxious to meet Ashley. Oh ,she is as sweet as our grandson . So she just seemed to fit right in. I'll post a picture of her later....as all of you know I can't do too many things at once LOL.

Lacrosse Games ......

This is a picture of my grandson's lacrosse team, back when he was in high school. I could never totally understand the game ,but I loved watching. The coldest I have ever been watching a sport, was when Elkhart played in Lafayette and it spit snow...so bitter cold that day. This is not from that day. My fingers would have been too cold to click the camera.  I can't even tell you why I am thinking of this. Unless, it's because my daughter's fifth grade class had a party today,I attended. She's the teacher. She has a good class. One boy seemed starved for attention, good or bad. I thought ,will he get the right kind of attention , or get into trouble trying, plus disrupt his class. He's not a bad boy , just antsy and  talkative. I would like to ask all you parents out there to give your kids an extra hug today. We need our kids to know they are loved.

Another Windy Day...

When our flag flys straight out, it's windy :):) We go thru a lot of flags out here in the country. Might help if the flagpole was shorter.LOL.

Some Decorations.....

My mother picked this "favorite deputy" up at a yard sale.:):) Since I thought that was funny, I put him on our tree. This little scenic ornament is 50 years old., one of my favorites. The glass nativity, was blown by the Lawrence family, glass blowers, in Nashville, In. My daughters and I, watched  Mr. Lawrence make it, so I had to buy it. As you can see I am real good about hiding the wiring(lights).. ...not. You know with all the decorations and lights the tree looks wonderful. But the close ups, not so great. LOL.

Using Decorations To Hide Things :):)

This cute little fence& snowman is hiding the humidifier. Yes, it does the trick. Although it says "let it snow", I do not want any snow. That means I am old ,LOL.  The sun was suppose to be out today...I hope it hurries.  Because we had a little snow dusting here.

I Received A Beautiful Gift....

Sandi of Wayside Treasures, sent me a wonderful gift. Totally unexpected, making it a surprise gift. I love it. handmade paper wrapped the box, a S(susie)  charm, a sweet hademade card also. Then the angel wing..so lovely. I will not pack it away after Christmas, but hang it where I can see it everyday. Thank you Sandi.xoxo

Zuzu's Petals.....

This is a gift I received from my daughter Kathy, in 2004. One of the nicest gifts ever. It's the story of Karolyn Grimes'( Zuzu), life in the movies. It is signed by Karolyn . I love this book. 

So Cold And Rainy....

The cat knows what to do today. No  kidding , this cat can sleep. Not a nice day to go out, so we are staying in. Although I did run to town with my daughter Karen, for a quick trip. Hope you are having better weather. :):)

I Finally Did My Decorating...

I have tweaked and tweaked my decorations. Still not so sure about somethings. I like to put out lots of lodge looking throws and pillows. I do love my new sign , from d.reyne's at Horton's.:):)

Some Good News...

My daughter, Lizzy, had her last radiation yesterday. She is on the road to good health. She will get her heart scan, regular check ups and hercepton shots(every 3 weeks). We are thankful for God's blessings. Thank you, to all , who offered prayers for my daughter and our family.xoxo