I thought I would be good and come on here and make another post before leaving it too long, and already I see that it's been over a week! How do the days go so fast? Things are getting busy around here trying to get all ready for Christmas. We aren't spending it at home this year but will be driving to New Mexico to spend Christmas Eve and Day with Jason's Uncle (his mom's brother) and family (his mom is driving with us too). Jason's grandma and hubby with his two older sons will join us there too. Jason's other uncle (also his mom's brother) and his wife and family who live in north Texas can't make it this year.
We have decided again not to exchange gifts with the adults but just the kids. The kids actually are just Kristen, and Jason's cousin who is a teenager. I don't mind not receiving gifts. We are so blessed that we really want for nothing these days (and we usually buy what we want when we want!) It makes for a really stress free holiday too, because I don't have to wrack my brain and think what should I get people who I haven't seen all year and I really have no idea what they like! And this way we can all focus on the true meaning of Christmas, and enjoy spending time with the family. Of course it will still be wonderful for Kristen cos she gets to open lots of gifts from family members and Santa.
Jason's uncle lives up in the mountains in NM, his aunt called the other day and said they had 4 inches of snow. Not sure if it will still be on the ground when we get there but if it is Kristen will absolutely love it. She hasn't seen snow since we left Maryland 4 years ago, and she was only 3 at the time. I love living in Texas but I do miss the snow at this time of year.
We have decided again not to exchange gifts with the adults but just the kids. The kids actually are just Kristen, and Jason's cousin who is a teenager. I don't mind not receiving gifts. We are so blessed that we really want for nothing these days (and we usually buy what we want when we want!) It makes for a really stress free holiday too, because I don't have to wrack my brain and think what should I get people who I haven't seen all year and I really have no idea what they like! And this way we can all focus on the true meaning of Christmas, and enjoy spending time with the family. Of course it will still be wonderful for Kristen cos she gets to open lots of gifts from family members and Santa.
Jason's uncle lives up in the mountains in NM, his aunt called the other day and said they had 4 inches of snow. Not sure if it will still be on the ground when we get there but if it is Kristen will absolutely love it. She hasn't seen snow since we left Maryland 4 years ago, and she was only 3 at the time. I love living in Texas but I do miss the snow at this time of year.
So, although I have no presents to buy other than for Kristen I am busy mailing out cards, wrapping gifts for Kristen, keeping on top of housework, 
and this afternoon I shall make white chocolate chex mix and original chex mix. Remember I made some of that last year too - here's the picture I posted back then. This is super yummy and very addictive once you start eating it (as is the choc mix too I might add).
So are you all ready for the holidays?
and this afternoon I shall make white chocolate chex mix and original chex mix. Remember I made some of that last year too - here's the picture I posted back then. This is super yummy and very addictive once you start eating it (as is the choc mix too I might add).So are you all ready for the holidays?
4 comments:
Hey Sweetie :-)
I got your card today ~ thank you xo
As I told you, yours is in the mail along with your sweets! Hope they don't melt en route ;-)
I am so with you in the busyness of the Season. I haven't blogged in a week either but hope to do so tonight.
Have a great week & catch ya on Plurk ;-)
Hugs xo
You're right it looks good so how about the recipe for your big sis :o)) xx
Hi Denise! I'm glad you got the card- I didn't think it was the best photo of Ryan but at least he wasn't crying in terror! ;)
Where in New Mexico will you be? Jeff's cousin lives in Taos and just built his home there. We visit him and also stay in Santa Fe which is a dream at Christmas! If you get anywhere near Santa Fe, try and get their for a visit! The food is great there, too!
(((Holiday Hugz)))
Make that "there!" I wrote a lot of there's, didn't I? I do know the difference between there, their and they're! (Insert bang head smilie here!)
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