Countdown to Christmas
This is a fun tradition that we gleaned from my dear friend Katie. I love everything about it... It's fun! It's all about great books! It's free! It's an advent calendar!   We made a trip to the library, and while dad and the kids perused their usual favorites I snuck away to the Christmas book section. I had already done some research and requested some books.  Our library makes this very

A Holiday of Thankfulness
Happy Thanksgiving! It brings me such joy that we have a Holiday centered around Gratitude! I'm grateful for:97. my replacement camera!  98. a quick and satisfying knitting project!  I'm using

Counting Holy Kisses
I am thankful for: 83. School on the couch84. My grandmother's smile85. A sleeping dog (not into mischief)86. Soft and friendly (pet) mice that crawl into my hands87. Flannel Sheets88. Rising before the rest of the world ~ when all still smells and feels fresh89. Jalapenos, satisfying my craving for heat.  My toes may be cold, but at least my tongue is warm! (grin)90. Harrison reading out loud91. Iris re

Multitude Monday
61... warm socks...62... sunshine...63... eyeglasses & contacts (without them I'd be blind)...64... bookshelves...65... frugal friends...66... hot showers...67... my planner...68... jalapeno thingies (grin)...69...

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Whenever I start feeling grateful I get the overwhelming urge to share...