HAPPY NEW YEAR!!! 2009!!!

Wishing you all a happy happy New Year!! May all your dreams come true!

Christmas Photos

A Quote To Share

"To laugh often and much; to win the respect of intelligent people and the affection of children; to earn the appreciation of honest critics and to endure the betrayal of false friends; to appreciate beauty; to find the best in others; to leave the world a bit better whether by a healthy child, a garden patch or a redeemed social condition; to know even one life has breathed easier because you have lived. This is to have succeeded. "

~ Ralph Waldo Emerson

Every Girl Likes to Look Pretty...Even Tanner!

As you can tell from the smile on her face, Tanner Bug is happy to be all "prettied" up! She just recently got a new hair-do and even got it topped off with red bows for Christmas. It's funny, because when she gets washed, cut, and smelling good I think she knows by the way she prances around silently saying, "Look at me!" :)

There has been quite a bit going on since I blogged last. We have had a few problems in the house. We found out that our well system may be on the way out so we have to replace the water softner, clothes washer and dishwasher. UGH! So Ian and I have been non-stop these past couple of weeks trying to get everything in place before Christmas. Or should I say "replaced". By the looks of it, all will be fine and ready to go for the big day.

I hope everyone is enjoying what the season brings including the Christmas lights, falling snow, and the occasional Santa sightings!! Take care.

And the countdown begins...

Thanksgiving has come and gone....
Now, the countdown to Christmas begins! I cannot believe there are only 3 weeks until Santa makes his yearly debut. So, with that said, reality has hit me....I need to start shopping!! I have done a little, but the anxiety of a time crunch has set in and I need to get on the ball. I think I will just make a list and do it all in one day...wish me luck.

Thanksgiving was wonderful! Ian was in for 5 days and experienced his first (what he calls) "American Thanksgiving". He told my mom that he was traveling a LONG way so the food better be good!! Ha! He was VERY pleased and had a great time with my family. He is really looking forward to our Christmas dinner with my family as well.

Hope everyone is doing well and getting geared up for Christmas and everyone has their New Year's resolutions in place. Take care!