The Christmas Countdown

Eleven days until my FAVORITE day of the year... Christmas! And I have to say, I have done better this year at getting my shopping and wrapping done than ever before. I have four presents left to buy and one to "make". I also cut way back on Christmas this year (out of necessity mostly), but I think I learned a good lesson, too... I don't have to go to complete excess, especially for the kids, in order to have a special holiday. I love shopping for all my loved ones and really get a kick out of seeing the kids smiling faces when they open up their gifts! Tomorrow, we are having a Hot Chocolate Party at Mom and Dad's house. I am looking forward to what may be a new tradition for all of us. I saw the idea in the newspaper and thought it would be a very simple way to spend a cozy winter night together. Hopefully their will be some cute picture to share with everyone!

Peer Pressure

The thing about sisters is the peer pressure... "Come on, everyone is doing it. We have one. You should have one, too!" OK, OK...I'll set up a blog! At least it's a great way to brag on the kids and show off some cute pictures, right?