A Gift for a wonderful Girl!!!

A scrapbook of All About Me....with her very own camera. I showed her how to use it, she took a pic of me, and I'm going to get them developed for her when she uses them all up!

A Hat & Scarf just for her....when I saw this on her it was TOOO cute! Love this pattern, thanks Cindy for mentioning it to me!!!

I was able to give my little tutor person her gift today. She was thrilled to have a camera of her own and a scrapbook she could work on. The best gift though was the one I made for her. Before she opened it, I told her I made this just for her! She opened it, put it on, and said I've always wanted a hat like this one!!! I almost cried right there! She looked too cute in it. I was even able to visit with her teacher today...and brought her cookies too! It was wonderful to be able to brighten her day with a handmade gift! I love that little girl!!!

A week of Christmas Lunches!!!

Mom and I hosted 2 great luncheons this week. On Tuesday we celebrated Christmas with our Bible Study Ladies. We have finally finished the study of Daniel...and we all learned so much! This is a wonderful group of ladies. Mom fixed us a Baked Potato Bar and it was wonderful!!!

Kay, Berta, and Kaye

Betty, Mom, Sherry

The Christmas Tree

Kay, Adelle, Louise, Sherry, Berta, Diane, Janet, Betty, Kaye, & Mom

Same as before, only I'm in this one!

Laughter and great fellowship!

Janet & Adelle

Mom with Mr. Frosty

On Wednesday we hosted a Christmas party for Dr. Mike and his wonderful staff. Our Vet is simply great!!!! We love all of them like they were our own family. They take such good care of our children! Mom and I fixed King Ranch Casserole, Salad, Strawberry Salad, Cornbread, and Cake!

Food

SadieRose....a little confused!!!

More food!

Matt, Chris, Dr. Mike, Pam, Lauren, Stephanie, Shannon & Mom

The same except for me!

Lily's Christmas

Present #1

A new Bear!

Maybe I'll try Present #2

You think???

Rip it!!!!

A new stroller for your bear!!!

Uncle Luke having fun putting it together!

Lily & her stroller & bear

Pushing it around!

Lily with Aunt Melissa

This past Saturday Luke and I were able to give Lily her Christmas present. At first she didn't know what to do with the packages. We were all finally able to get her to open one....after she realized it made noises! We started out in the living room, but she loves our scrapbook room. I think it's the flowers on the walls....oh and the Christmas tree! She seems to love her stroller and new baby bear! I love my Lily for sure!!!

Our Scrapbook Ladies Christmas Party

Margaret, Cheryl, Jennifer, Ann, Judy, Me, Pam, Selena, & Debbie

Debbie & Judy

Hot Apple Cider, Snowball Cookies, Bon Bons, and a Triple Layer Pumpkin Pie

Margaret, Judy, Jennifer @ Ruby Tuesdays

Pam & Ann

Hate it this one was blurry!!! Debbie & Jaime

Jennifer, Cheryl & Selena

On Monday our group got together for our annual Christmas Party. We all ate at Ruby Tuesdays and then headed back here for dessert. I fixed Apple Cider, Bon Bons, Snowball Cookies, and that Triple Layer Pumpkin Pie. We had a great time. I'm so blessed to have these wonderful ladies in my life!

An Easy 3 layer Pumpkin Pie

revised, Thanks Amber!!!!

Jello's 3 layer Pumpkin Spice Pie

2 boxes Pumpkin Spice Jello Pudding Mix

2 c. milk

1/4 t. cinnamon

1 (8oz) tub cool whip

1 graham cracker pie crust (6oz)

1/2 c. pecans

1 T. honey

Beat milk, pudding mixes, and cinnamon together with a wire whisk til smooth. Pour 1 1/2 c. of mixture into pie crust. Add 1 1/2 c. whipped topping to the remaining mixture. Pour on top of pudding mixture. Top with remaining whipped cream. Heat honey and pecans in skillet stirring constantly. Cook for about 4 minutes. Spread onto wax paper to cool. Sprinkle on top of pie.

Garvan Gardens

On Saturday night Luke and I went with Randy and Ann to Garvan Gardens. It's turned out to be our Christmas tradition. I think Ann and I left Luke and Randy several times....we were talking and walking fast! They had some new lights as well as some old. We ended the night with a great supper (well for us....Ann & Randy had ordering issues...haha) at On the Border.

Prayer Shawl Brunch

Somehow I missed Nancy and Bobbi! Pictured: Amanda, Dean, Mom, Penny, Mary Sue.

Me & Mom.....weird look on my face!

Food

More food!

Sadie Rose waiting for the party to start!

This past Saturday, Mom hosted a brunch for the Prayer Shawl Ladies. She fixed a ton of food and we all had a blast! We always have a great time when we are together. It's so wonderful to be able to share God's love and comfort with others.....our group is truly amazing!