Monday, December 24, 2012

Merry Christmas 2012



Merry Christmas from us to you

Where ever you are this Christmas 

stay safe, be kind, share joy and create memories that last a lifetime.

Thanks for stopping by this year 

Thanks for stopping long enough to say hello

 and thanks  for the friendships that have been made.

XXXXXXX 





Sunday, December 23, 2012

Sunday Snippets

This weekend.....


Twas the Sunday before Christmas....

 A church service to keep us focused on the reason for the season.... 

A crafty space that is tidy and a trusty machine has been put to rest for a few days....

A newly renovated studio that is that close to being finished....

The presents all gathered around the tree....

The reminders around our home that tell us it is nearly here.....

And an elf escapade that would have had our Taylor in fits of laughter....

In fact she would have loved every minute of our elf adventures.....

I could almost  hear her each morning saying  " oh muuuum"  

Unfortunately with the time to slow down also comes the space to ponder, shed a tear,and remember  those who we aren't able to share these joyous times with .
(Sometimes it is easier to stay busy xxxx)  

Saturday, December 22, 2012

It's nearly here...


Unlike our elf....we will be having more than jelly for Christmas lunch.....the weather is forcasted for 39 degrees and that is hot.
So no hot lunch  for us in this household.
The seafood has been purchased and the hams and chickens will be too....
Salads galore with plenty of cool drinks on the side.

The pavlova will be made along with a plethora of sweet treats...

Bon Bons with jokes and silly paper hats too.

Glad we have some organised ones in the family who have given the instructions as what to bring....

It's nearly here and that we couldn't be more pleased about...

Another gift finished today and wrapped under the tree...
just two wee ones left and then we beginning all the unwrapping.....

Hope you are all sorted for the big day? 


Friday, December 21, 2012

Things I am loving - Chritmas edition.


This week I am loving......

Finally a slow day at home...nowhere to go in a hurry...chance to clean those floors and hang the washing....

Time to make some gingerbread men with the kids...using this recipe 

Then time to drop off a couple to the neighbours....

Had the pleasure and joy of being able to drop off some Christmas food hampers to some families in our community .....

Time to even sit and watch a whole movie with the family tonight...

I love that it is Friday and we are all home now together for at least a week.....


Some Christmas eve practice is already happening in the house...  


Joining in with other lovelies here.

 

Thursday, December 20, 2012

Naughty or Nice


Naughty or Nice
How is every one behaving in your house under the pressures of Christmas??? 
5 Sleeps to go.

Wednesday, December 19, 2012

Checking off the list....


Teachers gift done  CHECK
School finished for the kids  CHECK
Annual dinner with friends CHECK
A neighbourhood walk to visit the Christmas lights  CHECK
Mischievous elf antics up to date     CHECK

Christmas cards written 
Christmas Cards posted 
Handmade presents for the littliest members of the family 
Presents all wrapped
Grocery shopping sorted
An understanding of my food contribution for Christmas and Boxing days
House cleaned and sorted
.................. 
Oh it appears i have more on the "undone list "than the "done list"

How many days do I have left again??????? 

Monday, December 17, 2012

Today

Today.......
 
We  conquered the Christmas wish lists.

With 7 days to go......

Now just to whip up the last of some family gifts on my trusty partner in crime....
 

Sunday, December 16, 2012

Sunday Snippets....

This weekend.....

 
A 1st Birthday party....
Carols in the Park
and 
Mischief with the elf
all combined to fill some of the weekend  
Hope yours was filled with fun and games too.
xxx

Joining in with Tinniegirl   

Saturday, December 15, 2012

Tea in the Garden

A beautiful sunny morning.....

Perfect for tea in the garden..

Armed with my handmade goodies and chocolate balls..... 

A date with the loveliest of lovelies...

The occasion to celebrate all that was created.....
 and
The friendships that were made.... 


Our Host ... was none other than Jody at the studio......

We gathered to give and receive.....to oooh and ahhhhh....


To give a sigh of relief when our gift was well received....


I have only spent 16 weeks with these girls....like minded but all of us so very different....
Not only did we create a huge array of new garments...we have laughed and laughed, even shed a tear two.... and laughed some more.


I was truly spoilt in my secret Santa gift made by a very talented and generous lady.....
 


Thanks Jody for today and  for opening your studio doors each week... you helped me create and learn so many new things and thanks for introducing me to some great gals.

Pop Danthology 2012

 Good Morning...I dare you to at least tap your foot a little to this......

                                 

Found via here.

Friday, December 14, 2012

Things I am loving...

Things I am Loving this week......

 Having way too much fun with "Bozzle" our elf...found last night tucked up in bed under the tree....

A day spent with my newly 1 year old nephew... he even enjoyed our time crafting....

Preparations coming together for an event  I am co-ordinating on Sunday ...

Teachers gifts sorted....

Classroom party food done and finished with......

Now just to remember to keep the "Joy factor" in the week ahead with so much still to do....

Have a lovely weekend and check out other lovelies here 

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