Two months. Probably 90+ hours for EACH stocking! BUT years of memories for my dear ones Julia and Dan. That's a Christmas wrap! On to...

On a deadline tonight to get that last Christmas stocking done before Julia leave for DC tomorrow. Fingers crossed!

These were so fun to make (thanks Dan and Julia!) and they look spectacular AND they are delicious! Just a few tips: 1) It's not as hard...

It was a beautiful holiday. And now I need a holiday from the holiday! Lots of cooking, wrapping, gifting, and laughing. And lots of joy.

So grateful for all of you. Solidarity this season and throughout the New Year.

Such a fun holiday evening! Enjoying the lights with the granddaughters! Finished wrapping today...tomorrow meal planning!

Every time I put these on the tree I laugh. So I thought this year you could laugh along with me!

Boom Sticks by Cindy Joseph have a been a great option for me the last few years - especially during the pandemic when I have worn little...

I know I said "buy nothing"... but sometimes a girl just has to go shopping!!! My youngest daughter, Julia, lives in Washington DC, and...

I just realized today that Christmas is Next Weekend!!!!! What???? Lots to do...and that stocking's not going to finish itself!!! It's...

I'm mad that there is such a reflection in the window so you can't see the display in window to proper effect. Nonetheless, the windows...

Three very different memories with three very different stories. Holidays always bring back memories.

I give Robert 100% of the credit for this. It just sparkles at night. My favorite thing.

Whew! Tired tonight! Partied all day!

A new way to look at the world! Have a great weekend!

Jeffrey's guide dog Fiona, was a pistol today. When she arrived I had just purchased some fresh baked chicken for our lunch. I decided...

It's actually a brilliant idea. We ( by we I mean you and me as parents AND grandparents) spend thousands of dollars on "stuff" for the...

This is a craft that has gotten a lot more complicated over the years - but I am up to the task! The one thing that I miss -- ( and my...

Just what I needed! A relaxing evening in my cozy kitchen with all of my favorite holiday decorations! 25 years of Christmas cups,...

I don't think my hair has been this shade ever. Honestly. But really...what does it matter? Except that I'm vain - it doesn't really...