WOYWW #290 CHRISTMAS WISHES

So glad you stopped by during this busy season, It's  Wednesday time to share a workspace, and mine has not changed one bit from last week.  Julia at the STAMPING GROUND  provides us a fun time visiting all around the world.  I am preparing for Christmas..last minute wrapping, a menu for Christmas, and a menu for the following day...So Happy 3 of the grand children will be here. After 3 trips I think we have more than enough grocery supplies.

Finished up the guest bedroom, lit the tree and thought oh how fun. I am so Blessed. I've truly enjoyed all of you each week stopping by. I've enjoyed  visiting so many of you and your workspaces and all the fun things you shared. 

Wishing you and yours, a Wonderful Christmas.

"Remember, the greatest gift is not found in a store or under a tree, but in the hearts of true friends."
                                                                         --Dr. Seuss.      Thanks for being my friend.






PS:  I have some sort of tree in every room..Just did not put up my "BIG" one with all the treasured ornaments.  Regret it as now my son & family will be here, but there's more to being together than a tree.

MERRY CHRISTMAS WISHES to YOU and YOUR FAMILY

Taking this chance to wish all my blogging friends "A VERY MERRY CHRISTMAS".

I have many things to accomplish before company arrives,  and we celebrate the Birth of Jesus. So this will no doubt be my last post until after the 25th.

I wanted to share with you the Nativity at our church.  It's very old and the best part of Christmas, is our children's mass on Christmas Eve. It helps refresh everyone's mind of what the true meaning of Christmas really is. The little children dressed as Angels, Joseph, Mary and the 3 Wiseman and learning the traditions.

I have so much enjoyed your friendship and inspiration throughout the year. May you and yours enjoy the festivities and  have a wonderful Christmas.

WOYWW #289

 Tis' the Season !

Sharing of the workspaces on Wednesdays per dear Julia at  the STAMPING GROUND.  Take a visit and enjoy some fun.                     And I've been a busy little Elf.

Made some 15 Christmas tags for my Bunco Pals.  And a few cards for friends and family
Was so much fun, I've been away for so long from my crafty fun.

And for a special little girl who loves to do her chicken chores ! And under her name is a little saying
                                                               "The Chicken Chick"

Love this cute image of the couple  enjoying winter outdoors. My brother is one who enjoys nature to the max. Has mules and loves to ride so for him and his special friend I did this card.

The count down is on,,,hope you are all able to enjoy the time leading up to the big day. Have some cookies to make and a menu to plan. The best news of all is my son and family will be home for Christmas this year.
 PS:   and for those of you not on Facebook...My good news in previous post is my son will be coming home sooner than expected, Maybe February  not sure where they will be stationed but I was so excited.  I just had to cry with excitement.  And my other son and family will be here for Christmas Day...God Loves Me.

BEST NEWS OF ALL

I was so excited a few days ago when my daughter in law said they'd be coming home for a few days during the Christmas Season.  It's been a hard year and my family means so much.

Now today I get a facebook message from my daughter in law in Germany and they will be coming back to the USA much sooner than expected. Late February...

I'm one happy Mama !!

The REAL Meaning of CHRISTMAS

For my  Blogging and  Bunco Friends..


."CHRISTMAS CAROL" really pay attention to the words in this Awesome Christmas Song. I Played it LOUD as my kids grew up and a few years ago my son Josh wondered if I still did that. Oh Yes Josh and on it came..Plus they each got a CD of it to enjoy for themselves .....it's a TRADITION ....if only there were a few more people like this in our world today. Love this Season and Love the Song. 

FRIDAY'S SMILES

Oh Annie, I awoke to this little photo on Facebook and reminded me today is your "Friday Smiles"
New to this you can hook up at Annie's A STITCH IN TIME  and enjoy the fun.

Oh yes,  it could be our Bailey....he begs for clean up of dishes from ice cream.

And then I came across something simple to make for your cookie trays....or that "ONE" person who should have a piece.  Easy Christmas Idea!

Lumps of Coal

Melt the marshmallows and butter together.
Crush the oreo cookies.
Add to Marshmallow mixture
Let sit and cut

Have a lovely day....heading towards the 50's here in IOWA   another unusual trend. Have lots to do on finishing some things for a quick Christmas gathering tonight.  Enjoy.

WOYWW #288

Tis the Season to be Jolly !   OK, I'm hoping that soon sets into my little head.     Tis the day to share our workspaces also,  Julia at STAMPING GROUND  gives us the chance to share, snoop and enjoy a few hours of fun...Stop on over, she has all the info.

                                     My Creative Space

Click on the photo to enlarge, not too much activity, was hoping to get a few Christmas items finished but happy to have the desk so I can sit at it and have space. I have made a 40th Anniversary card and helped our friends celebrate

and a few Sympathy Cards. An elderly couple, growing up neighbors, and 2nd cousin to my DH were in an auto accident which took both their lives. A huge funereal, 10 grown children, 35 grandkids, and 19 great grandchildren. So one of the reasons for not doing WOYWW that week. It's always sad, you never saw one without the other but for them to be together was a blessing, as if one survived the other no doubt would not have been able to go back home to be alone. Rest in Peace dear friends.

Was not really going to do too much decorating, but to keep busy with the fun decorations I have. I have spread it out daily and am happy I have some twinkling lights in most of the rooms. TIS the SEASON!!!    Enjoy whatever season you have...We will have the 50's by Friday.  So will enjoy it. It's been an up and down year, in more ways than that.  

Friday SMILES

It's Friday Smiles over at Annie's A Stitch in Time she has us post fun photos to make us smile. It's a fun visit if you have the time .

I found this cute photo while looking for a pattern for a Tote for Mom's walker.  I think it was a photo someone took of their children at Halloween!  Just adorable.

Enjoying sunshine, enduring cold temps, and thankful for no wind.  Most of our snow blew away!
Have a fun weekend.

Andrews Christmas Lights Show

Thanks for stopping by, gather up the family, enjoy a keeping warm while you watch the movie!!




A good friend sent me this and I thought I would share.  It's a wonderful tribute to our Military men and women and their families.  Enjoy!!  Most don't get to spend time with their families during this season.