Here's to fresh starts!
Wednesday, December 31, 2014
Tuesday, December 30, 2014
Making Much
Generally speaking, making much of something is a bad thing,
but these kids have proven that is not always the case.
We headed to Virginia where there was a beautiful layer of white on the tops of the mountains.
My folks live "in town" where there was nary a flake, but my brother-in-law's parents live in the Artic Circle and there was snow to be found.
Not much, mind you, but enough to make a slope slick and perfect for sledding.
The hill was teeming with a swarm of brightly clothed bodies of various sizes,
all bent on heading down at top speed.
I don't believe anyone has ever had so much fun with so little snow.
Monday, December 29, 2014
De-decorating
It was fun and now it's done.
I truly do like Christmas decorations, but I'm glad to reclaim the precious nine square feet of space in my living room that the tree has occupied. Until next year....
Sunday, December 28, 2014
Saturday, December 27, 2014
Drive Thru History, Chattanooga Edition
What to do on a dreary day with hyped-up kids and a stir-crazy husband?
Hit the road for a tour of historic Civil War sites about town.
Friday, December 26, 2014
December Photo Project: Day 25
A Blur. I can't seem to balance being in and among the action and taking good pictures so Christmas moments remain in our hearts and not harddrives. Still, it was so fun: the kids slowly trickling in from before 6 until 8; Jonathan's roller coaster ride of emotions over gifts; the girls dressed in their finery; the big boys with new LEGO sets; and Matthew's sweet thankfulness. It was a good day. Merry Christmas!
Wednesday, December 24, 2014
December Photo Project: Day 24
At 7:30 pm Doug was loading the dishwasher and said, "Why did you buy two bags of decaf coffee?" I had intended to buy one decaf and the other hi-test, and it would be quite the crisis to have to face six crazed kids on Christmas morning without caffeine. We immediately called the store and Doug made it there before they closed at 8:00. All is well.
Tuesday, December 23, 2014
Monday, December 22, 2014
December Photo Project: Day 22
Ultimate hot chocolate: whipped cream + marshmallows + chocolate sprinkles.
Sunday, December 21, 2014
Saturday, December 20, 2014
Friday, December 19, 2014
Thursday, December 18, 2014
Wednesday, December 17, 2014
Tuesday, December 16, 2014
December Photo Project: Day 16
Buttonholes are still a challenge for me so I was excited to discover this alternative: the embroidered loop.
Monday, December 15, 2014
December Photo Project: Day 15
Ten days 'til Christmas and I head the post office with my complete entourage. They were reminded that we might have to wait and I detailed what I expected in terms of behavior. "We know! You ALWAYS tell us that!" It was rather uneventful except for running into our first and favorite pediatrician who retired when Matthew was a baby and seeing his delight at our doubled number of kids!
Sunday, December 14, 2014
December Photo Project: Day 14
5 dozen Coconut Macaroons in celebration of our pastor's installation. It was a beautiful service with a full house and a lovely reception to follow. Here's the recipe if you want to make your own (perfect for the gluten free/dairy free person in your life).
Coconut Macaroons
2 egg whites
1/8 t. salt
3/4 c. sugar
1 t. vanilla
1 1/2 c. unsweetened shredded coconut (more if using macaroon-style coconut)
Beat egg whites and salt until frothy. Gradually add sugar until peaks form. Add remaining ingredients. Bake on 350 for 12-15 minutes.
Saturday, December 13, 2014
December Photo Project: Day 13
Why not start in on sewing a Christmas gift? I've still got 11 days to finish.
Friday, December 12, 2014
December Photo Project: Day 12
The bookends stayed home (Andrew was sick and Katherine too young), but the rest of us went to The Nutcracker. Unfortunately, it was too dark to capture the looks of amazement on the faces of Jonathan and Josie (the former was very enchanted with the lights and projector which we happened to be seated near and the latter has since been re-enacting the performance), and even the bigger boys enjoyed it. And, I got the chance to catch up with a dear friend. Win, win!
Thursday, December 11, 2014
December Photo Project: Day 11
Merry Christmas to me! This angel brought good news of great joy: no more tears over sharpening pencils. Peace on earth!
Wednesday, December 10, 2014
Tuesday, December 9, 2014
Monday, December 8, 2014
Sunday, December 7, 2014
Saturday, December 6, 2014
Friday, December 5, 2014
December Photo Project: Day 5
Oh, the injustice of being left inside while the big kids go out to play!
Thursday, December 4, 2014
Wednesday, December 3, 2014
December Photo Project: Day 3
I'm too tired to come up with any witty caption for this photo.
It just makes me smile.
Tuesday, December 2, 2014
Monday, December 1, 2014
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