What are you doing?

We've been busy this last month of 2012. Busy drinking hot chocolate, getting ready for christmas, spending time with friends and family, making loads and loads of cinnamon rolls, celebrating an extra special three year old boy, watching for Santa (and actually seeing him on Christmas Eve!), and just taking some time off to breath. 

Cheers to 2012 - see you in 2013.

Light the Lights

We made sure to grab our warmest quilts as we headed off to Light the Lights in a cute little downtown area not too far from our house - a tradition introduced to us from our friends.  Normally we are fighting against snow and wind but this year we were able to wear lighter jackets and enjoy the evening sitting on the street, drinking cider, holding candles, and waiting for Santa to come and turn on thousands and thousands of lights in the trees above.  There are certain things I look forward to during this time of year - homemade soup, peppermint ice cream, mittens, uggs, and of course, Christmas lights. 

Thankful

So thankful.

For my family and friends.

For a roof over my head and a little money in my pocket.

For a wonderful job.

For creative outlets and fun adventures.

So thankful for a husband who loves me and who puts up with my antics.

Thankful for these crazy, sweet girls...

And this darling boy who wasn't feeling so great today.

The Paper Kites - Featherstone