Sunsets....

Have you noticed the sunrises and sunsets ? They have been full of hot pinks and oranges. So pretty. We have sat out on the porch the past few evenings and watched the sunsets. First of all, I find it amazing we can sit outside in December. Oh not that I am complaining about the wonderful weather, no way. Everyone wanting Christmas lights outside should be able to get them out in these pleasant temperatures. :):)  Enjoy this beautiful day everyone, and if it's nice this evening, sit and watch the sunset. xo

My Universe...??

See this small house, it's where all my siblings and I lived with our parents. Two bedrooms and one bath.Eat in kitchen and a living room. Big yard. Here's the real sad part of this....11 kids and 2 parents. I have always teased that our parents stacked us like cord wood. For the older of us kids it was not good. The younger had more room , food ,clothing, etc., after the oldest kids left home. Two boys joined the service, two girls married. As you can see, there is grass growing in the yard. All of us kids running around keep the grass wore off, especially a ring around the house. Thinking of that , it's so funny now.
   My  parents used to make me angry. They did not do right by us, some times. Not all was bad, mind you. We had a our moments of joy.  As time went by and another child left that tight little nest, the grass grew and a sadness took over that corner lot. The boys , most in service, the girls married or working, or both. The parents , sometimes, alone , in that wee house, which must have felt like a barn , so empty. But any special occasion and we would all pile right back into that little house and share a meal and lots of love. All's well that ends well. xoxo

Some Decorating...

The little sign I bought at Horton's last year. I love it. I have this country bench in the entry, it's where the bears sit. I just add wee pillows, the trees, and some greenery. Today is my daughter's birthday and my s-i-l.
I will be taking gifts to Angie's and decorating her table for her. She will be surprised. If Jake isn't there, I can still get into the house. The first thing Angie and my s-i-l did was give me a house key. They have always made me feel welcome , always. I used to go to their old house, make a sandwich and coffee, on my way to work. I would watched their home movies, of Christmas or sports games. Some times if their cabinets were almost bare of food, I would go to the grocery for them. I would get them food and put it in the cabinets. Angie has said,"mom it was always so nice to see you had been here and helped us through our lean times." I do feel bless with my children. They are my greatest gift. xo

Horton's Christmas Open House...

I did make it to Horton's. They were busy as usual.  I bought some ornaments, a bracelet, gift tags, coasters, and a book on Tipton. The book is put together by an old neighbor of mine, well she's not so old :):) The historical society helped Janis with the book. It begins about how our town  was built. Many old and interesting photos. The Indiana General Assembly, in Jan. 15th 1844,made a new county from the  Miami reserve. Then named after general John Tipton, who fought with the Indiana militia in the 1811 battle of Tippecanoe. The book ends with photos of Barack Obama, on his 2008 campaign trail, going to Kempton, the town west of here. The Dunham's century old homestead,in Kempton,  links directly to Obama's ancestry.
  I will be buying 4 of these books, one for each of my daughter's. Their grandfather John P. is shown with all the police in Tipton. He was once the chief of police.   xo

What's In Your Wallet????

I think sometimes this is how the kids see my wallet. LOL.  Actually my grandkids do not ask for too many things for Christmas. Thank goodness :):) I treat all the children and grandchildren the same. Now here's the thing...what do I do about  the extra kids coming into our lives.  Fiancees , boyfriends, and girlfriends of the grandkids??? Seems no one wants socks any more. LOL. Just kidding about that. I have thought about gift certificates for an eating place...hey all kids like to eat.
  Everyone, I want to thank you for your prayers and kind words for my sister Brenda. She is staying at my sister Jeanie's for a few days. She will be getting some out patient treatments soon. I will tell more about those later...it's almost space age stuff.  xoxoxo.

Visiting My Sister .....

 The short one on the left is Brenda. She is in the hospital, with back problems. She has osteoporosis . She is getting to the point where she can have fractures ever so easily. I'll be seeing her at the hospital today. Not sure how bad her condition has become. She has been suffering more this year. We could sure use some prayers for her from all you wonderful bloggers. Thank you. xoxo

The Tree Is Up....

This is the ornament I have had since I was 16. I really love it, just like me , it's showing some age. I have to make a trip to Hobby-Lobby today. Never know what I may buy. I have been loving everyone mercury glass items.:):) Today is suppose to be warmer than yesterday, here in Indiana. May be able to decorate the porch . xo