...made to look even larger by its proximity to my small children!The exhibit, which included 15,000 pounds of gingerbread sheeting and more than a ton of candy, closes at 7 p.m. today.Consequently I am thankful that we were given a wonderful excuse to make our way to the Mall of America (MOA to the trendy locals) the week before Christmas to take … [Read more...]
I’m not sure I like being called “cheesy.”
Your Christmas is Most Like: A Very Brady ChristmasFor you, it's all about sharing times with family.Even if you all get a bit cheesy at times.What Movie Is Your Christmas Most Like?HT: Dawn! … [Read more...]
Should he happen upon Gollum in the dark…
...my son will be ready! (Er, at least I hope he'd be.)Inspired by the riddle-guessing scene in The Hobbit, John Michael has begun creating his own.Here's the first one:I am big and often square;Sometimes broken things I bear.People come to eat and play;What am I?The answer's in my comment box! … [Read more...]
My Crazy, Swirling, Weekend World
101 things to do, I know.A tendency to go go go.But if you find your pace you slow,I promise you won’t regret it.My tables are covered, both of them.The laundry room’s a dirty den.May not our sorrows from these things stem.For they are always with us.Sit down to read a picture book.Don’t fly through it—really lookAt all the faces drawn insideAnd at … [Read more...]
Inspiration
Where do you find yours?I often find mine:* hidden within the depths of my morning coffee* in the midst of my morning prayer* and finally, (how glamorous is this?) while on the stairmaster. Seratonin's a wonderful thing.I also look to the "Arts" for my inspiration:* Handel's Water Music* the sound track to Master and Commander* the musical A Year … [Read more...]
Got Kids?
I came across this very fun site when I was doing up my post for tomorrow's Loveliness of Homemade Gifts Fair. It's a must-share!Have a blessed Sunday! … [Read more...]
Christopher Wren It’s Not
...but someday it might be! Because face it, there are a lot of clever kids out there. (And some very awesome and clever moms to boot.) So many ideas and examples to learn from!A big HT to Karen for inspiring me to do this very link-y post. And if I've ever left a comment on your blog, please consider yourself included in all of the above. I … [Read more...]
Daddy got his deer!
...and Momma's got her hands full with the unpacking! Truly, my head's a'swimmin' with To Do's before my day can continue. There are only so many piles of gear one can step over and still be effective.Still, because I have missed you so truly and want you to know it, here is a quick list of some of my favorite things from this weekend: the … [Read more...]
Pumpkins Pumpkins and More Pumpkins
Who doesn't just love pumpkins? Who finds that they are inspired by just the sight of them? And who doesn't just love a good pumpkin dessert? You don't? My eyes narrow suspiciously. I shrug. I eat your dessert.Here are three of the ways I've been inspired by these spherical orange wonders.I. A Hole (or Several) in OneTake a largish pumpkin. Note … [Read more...]
Free Donuts!
Do you and your preschooler need a pick-me-up today?Go and have a donut! They are fun, delicious and calorie-free. … [Read more...]
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