Monday, December 16, 2013

'Tis the Season

Nothing forces you to slow down and breathe deep during this hectic season of the year quite like a snow day ten days before Christmas.  Hubs initially resisted, but I just gave in. Sometimes God uses the beauty of ten thousand snowflakes to say hey, remember Me?  I'm what you're celebrating.


And it was beautiful.

We woke up to snow on Saturday, and it came down all the live long day. We'd been warned so I had groceries in the house, ingredients for a couple batches of cookie dough, and everything I needed to finish up a little crafty project I've been working on. Hubs got the garland on the staircase, and I feel like our decorating is just about done. Still a bit of chaos on my kitchen table, but a lot of that will be wrapped and posted today.

We got about 8 or 9 inches, so on Sunday hubs dug out the places our plow peeps don't go. The dog is confused in snow this deep, so he clears the patio and makes a path into the yard which helps. She still insists on hunting for that elusive blade of grass.


We watched a little football, and I have to say there have been some exciting games this season, both at the college level and in the NFL. Cowboys-Green Bay anyone? Actually in our own home town too, as our local high school won the state championship in their division a couple of weeks ago.

This week we hope to wrap up (literally) some of our to-dos that remain undone, plus add in a trip or two to the 'Big Tree'. Rockefeller. It is the big tree. Daughter2 will be home on Friday night and she's excited to do some baking and wait for Santa. She might be 23, but I'm pretty sure she still feels the magic.

So does her momma.

Before I get to gettin' I need to show you this-


Hubs was given these amazing chocolates and oh my word. They are almost too gorgeous to eat.  Almost!  The flavor combinations are unusual and they are divine. They're made by Norman Love Confections out of Naples Florida, and no they're not paying me to rave about their handiwork.  Although if they want to send more chocolates my way, I would not say no.  

Hoping your Monday is merry and bright!

18 comments:

  1. We will be in Naples this weekend, and I may have to look for Norman Love Confections! Yum!!

    Your home looks like a postcard for the holidays, with all that snow. I must say that I prefer our sunshine and green grass to all that white stuff, but it is pretty to look at. Stay safe!!

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  2. Oh my goodness those pictures of your home with the snow are right off a Christmas card. Soo pretty! I love them! Sounds like you had the perfect projects to keep busy during that storm. Enjoy these last few days before your girl gets there!

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  3. We got a really nice snowfall over the weekend ... but unfortunately we weren't home to enjoy watching it fall. Thank goodness our girls don't get too old for wonderful Christmas traditions. Enjoy!

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  4. Your home is beautiful. wishing you a wonderful holiday season.
    Ria
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  5. Enjoy the more snow that is coming tomorrow! Tucker is confused with all this snow also. I was out at 5am making him a path. Enjoy! Thanks for the card! Hope to see you in the new year.

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  6. Your home is beautiful. I love to watch the snow -- from inside in the warmth. The chocolates are too pretty to eat, but you can always enjoy the picture and memory after the holidays. [giggle]

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  7. Beautiful pictures! We got 8-9 inches here too. I just love your home! Blessings

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  8. I. Am. JEALOUS! How gorgeous! It's pretty enough to be a Christmas card! Lucky ducks.

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  9. I think I'm coming over for some of those chocolates tomorrow. grin.
    Merry Christmas!

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  10. Your home looks like it belongs on a Christmas card for sure! So warm and inviting looking with the snow all around. Sounds like you definitely took it in stride. Happy week!

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  11. What a lovely winter wonderland you are living in! Your yard looks just like a Christmas card. Here in the south, we got rain instead of snow :( and Ed and I spent the day moving around in it!

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  12. The snow is so beautiful, isn't it? You have a lovely house. And I don't think I could control myself with those chocolates - I'd eat the whole box! I don't care if I'd feel sick after. Enjoy your week!

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  13. Purty house!
    I agree, a snowstorm is better enjoyed when you have groceries...especially cream!
    We used to have to shovel a patch of grass for our Katie, even then she sometimes wouldn't make it off the porch!

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  14. Loved the snow shots. Wow...it is gorgeous.

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  15. Your house is beautiful in the snow! Well, it's beautiful anyway, but even more so in the snow! Those chocolates look incredible!!!

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  16. Wow, that's gorgeous!! A bit different from our 73 degree temps here, that's for sure!

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  17. Your picture is so perfect with the snowflakes coming down.
    The chocolates look amazing....enjoy! Have a great time baking cookies and oh how I would love to be with you seeing the Christmas tree in NYC.

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