A matched set...

I'm very sentimental, especially when it comes to the things my children make.

This year, Lucy is in 1st grade and thankfully she has the same teacher that Olivia and Jack had when they were in the 1st grade.

Every year Ms Bowen has her class make wooden snowmen for their gifts for the parents. I absolutely adore these cute little guys and I'm excited to now have a matched set.

Olivia's snowman 2004

Jack's snowman 2007

and Lucy Lu's 2010
....finally, a matched set! I will cherish them for many years to come.

Sassy in glasses

Lucy has to wear glasses. She is far-sighted just like me, Olivia and Jack. She loves them and I think she looks adorable! I took this photo this morning before she left for school.

What $300 could buy me....

I'm wallowing in self-pity after getting my speeding ticket yesterday. I was going 35MPH in a 15MPH (school zone) so, my fine was $297. I'm not going to lie, it hurts! All I can do is think of the ways I could have spent $300 on things I enjoy. :( Bah Humbug!!!

This awesome Electra Cruiser bike, of course there would be some extra money involved because I would need a bell and a basket.

a great new lens for my camera

or 100 Chai Tea Lattes from Starbucks, that's roughly a years supply for me...
BOO-HOO!!!

I'm so generous!

I decided this afternoon it might be nice of me to make a very sizable donation to my local county sheriff's office. I'm just generous like that. It's these random acts of kindness and generosity that really help me get into the holiday spirit.

Tree Day!

Last Saturday we went to get our Christmas Tree. This is my favorite day of the year. I love tromping through the woods to find just the right tree. It has become a family tradition and this was our 10th year.

We always bring lots of yummy donuts and muffins and yes, lots of hot chocolate. My friend, Suzanne came all the way from California and our good friends the G family joined us again this year.

This years tree

The G family with the twins first Christmas tree hunt

Then it was girls night out!

Love you Suz, thanks for coming to see us!