Happy 2010!

Where has the time gone? Wasn't it just yesterday we were putting up Halloween decorations and buying Kit Kat candy bags? Oh...just me. Now the New Year is here. I just got done putting out all my Christmas stuff on the 24th.

Speaking of which, my Christmas was wonderful and definitely had a cooking theme to it. I got the Julie/Julia DVD and the Mastering French technique cookbook. Beef Bourguignon here I come! The Pioneer Woman's Cookbook. My much coveted cupcake holder from Crate and Barrel. A darling apron made by my dear friend Mrs. Gothershittogether with the cutest Christmas fabric I was admiring with her one day. And an adorable Cupcake cookie jar from Mrs. Nuckinfuts aka A Girl Named Timi.

My big To-Do's for this year (after putting away before-mentioned Christmas stuff):

1. Paint my bedroom- I have already bought the paint and accoutrement. Now I gotta get it prepped.

2. Lower my cholesterol and blood sugar -My doctor has me on a plan and will be checking back with me in February. I do not want to go on medication so I am going to accomplish this through diet and exercise.

3. Curb spending - My husband's job will be over in March/April and we are unsure of what is next. He has assured me he is not worried, so I am trying to do the same.

4. Laugh more - I am going back to my glass-is-half-full attitude. Being thankful for the things I have and not obsessing over the things I want. I am not going to stew over little petty things.

5. Going with the flow (not be so anal about plans) - This Christmas break we had an impromptu get together with friends when dropping off gifts, and instead of begging off to go finish our to-do list we stayed. Then, the boys and I at the last minute decided to go downtown on the bus and meet up with Dad for lunch and explore. Both events were fun and showed me that sometimes going with the flow is the best way to enjoy life.

So to you and yours, Happy 2010! May it bring you happiness, health, and good fortune.

Wishing you and yours...

A "Snuggie" little Christmas!

Merry Christmas to you and your families! Stay warm and cozy.

A good ho ho ho!

Two of my all time favorites from Saturday Night Live. Hope this give you a hearty chuckle.

Newest guilty pleasure

I am embarrassed to admit that I watched this show. I cannot turn away. Jersey Shore on MTV. YIKES!

How you doing?

Hello friends! Hope you are doing well during this hectic time of year. I have been trying to be a crafting fool since I am finding all sorts of fabulous ideas out in blogland. I have completed 2 of the infamous "Ball" wreaths , as found here at Eddie Ross blog. It really was easy and I love how they turned out. I did one in blue for my shabby chic room and a crimson and grey one of course. There are some other crafts out there that I want to do, like this from Homebody and this from Hope Studios. Any crafts you've been doing or seeing that you want to attempt? Because on top of decorating, cooking, wrapping and shopping we just need to add one more thing.

I was able to go to an open house last night put on by My Sweet Savannah and Mimi Charmante and drool over all their cute stuff. Those ladies are the epitome of creative. I got a darling bag that I can't wait to use. Melaine's house is gorgeous and the kids' rooms are truly amazing. It was a very fun evening. Thanks ladies!

I am off to make a chocolate chip pecan pie for an Ugly Christmas Sweater/Potluck/White Elephant Party. I promise to get many pictures of all the "pretty" sweaters.

In memory....

As I am sure many of you have heard about the tragic, senseless loss of these 4 officers in Lakewood, WA. Today is their memorial service. I was driving home from the vet's office and saw 8 cop cars packed full of officers heading to their service. Please take a moment to pray for the friends and families of these fallen heroes. Rest in Peace.

Thank you so much to all of the men and women who protect and serve our communities daily.

Sorry

Seriously, I am at a loss of what to write. Nothing has been blog-worthy. Oh wait. ..the Apple Cup party was a blast even though my Cougs never showed to the game. WE SCORED ZERO! I mean how does that happen.

Anyway, for the party 2 of my friends made the greatest desserts: Timi made apple pies shaped as apples for Apple Cup. And Mrs. Gotheirshittogether made the best red velvet cupcakes with homemade cream cheese frosting with crimson and gray football candies on top. Truly beautiful, it brought tears to my eyes. And she brought it in on this:

It is so nice to have friends that get it and are just as over the top as me. In fact Timi said that the woman in the new Christmas Target commercials is me. Hmmmmm.

By the way the cupcake holder is from Crate and Barrel , hint hint.