And So The Countdown Begins...

Why do we look at ushering in a new year as an OPPORTUNITY to re-invent?  Possibly, a chance to get it right, or just be better or do better than we did in the year we're bringing to a close?  Are we excited because we feel as though we can put certain hurts, disappointments, or mistakes behind us?  Are we encouraged because the current year went so well and we can't wait to experience all the new...

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Happy New Year!!!

I just wanted to stop in really quickly and wish each and every one of you a very blessed, happy, and prosperous NEW YEAR!!! and to also thank you for your continued support!  I first must give God the Father and my Lord and Savior Jesus Christ all of the glory!  2011 was an amazing year for me!  I have learned so much and have had so many opportunities to grow, develop, and accomplish all that I have!  I...

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Merry Christmas!!!

Well my friends, the time has come for me to take a bit of a break to celebrate Christmas with my loved ones.  I hope you all have an amazing holiday and have enjoyed the season as much as I have!   A good friend allowed me the pleasure of decorating their Christmas tree!  I had not ever used floral mesh before and was pretty intimidated by it initially!I do think I got the hang of it fairly quickly and decided to use...

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Ah Bah Humbug!

I really didn't feel this way.  Well, no, not really!  I told my kids we weren't doing a tree this year because we were spending Christmas at the Grandparents.  I just really didn't feel up to decorating.  The idea of pulling the decorations out of the attic and the garage was just not all that appealing to me.  Especially knowing I would soon be taking it all down and packing it back up until next year. ...

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My Favorite Christmas Memories #2

I have many favorite Christmas memories from grade school!  The class parties, exchanging Christmas gifts for Secret Santa, the Christmas programs filled with songs, speeches, and plays!  Oooh...Ahhh...such fun times; such happy times!  Those memories flood my mind and give me such a feeling of warm fuzzies!  They make me revel in the moments with Noah and Gillian, knowing they are only but for a moment!When...

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My Favorite Christmas Memories #1

Growing up, my mom introduced me to so many classic movies that I still love watching to this day!  They all hold a huge significance to me during the holiday season.  I've selected just a few to share with you.  I hope you'll click on the links below the photos to enjoy a little snippet of what I adore so much.  What are your favorite Christmas memories?Meet Me In St. Louis "Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas"...

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