New Years resolutions - to make or not to make.....

Little busy here....... Not sure what the benefit would be to add more to my already too long to do list. So, think I'll just take a pass this year.

This is fairly consistent with many other things I've had to take a pass on recently - such as: volunteering at school, volunteering at church, volunteering in the community (just take volunteering off the list altogether), organizing the garage, organizing my closet, organizing...(take that off the list too), finishing my photo albums, finishing my scarf, finishing my nativity - all things requiring finishing are still on the list for now - just paused.

My to do list is basically - feed the family - this entails actually shopping and preparing - wean off fast food, make sure they have something to wear (clean is optional), make sure teeth are brushed, hair - optional and in the DIY category, get kids to necessary appointments and activities, do my church commitments (nursery lessons and pack meetings), family prayer, scripture reading, FHE, get Jayme done with personal progress, signed up for the ACT and SAT, get Bryan advanced to Life Scout, figure out what is wrong with Andrea's knee, get Reagan to eat something, hug and love on baby Carsanne, try and keep house clean and sanitary, and don't gain weight.

These are not my resolutions - just the continuation of my life as a mother of 5. I love it and wouldn't trade it for anything! 2012 was a great year. It was full of fun and laughter. I believe 2013 will be more of the same. It's good to be me! ;)

Christmas projects

I didn't get a chance to make many gifts this year - only 2. The first was a fun nativity that the kids helped me make. I went to my favorite craft store, Hobby Lobby and picked up a package of "men" (2 inch tall wooden figures with a round head and body - no arms) and an assorted selection of wooden knobs. We also got craft sticks to make the stable and manager. We made baby Jesus, Mary, Joseph, 2 shepherds, an angel and 3 wise men. We also made 3 sheep, 2 oxen and a donkey. It was a lot of fun and a "hands on" nativity that Reagan played with all month. It was a good way to teach her the Christmas story.

My second project was a gag gift for my brother in law. He is a riot and has a great sense of humor. He also works in a fairly cold environment. I crocheted him a hat in his favorite college team colors and a beard. It brought a good laugh!

I wish I had time to make more Christmas crafts.

December 2012

What a wonderful time of year! The shopping is almost done. The cards are almost out. The decorations are almost all hung. My craft projects are almost finished!!! It will be likely that I'll be scrambling up until the last minute this year! But, I'm loving it!

We've started some new traditions. Santa sent us an Elf for our shelf, Meri Breitenhaus We love her and Reagan talks about her every day!

We are going to be home this Christmas and spend lots of time together. It's a happy time for our little crew. There is so much to be thankful for and to celebrate. Grateful for a babe in a manger and His life and gospel that has made my life and happiness possible!