2010

Happy New Year!

New Year....New Look (for my blog that is)

For the new year I decided to spruce up my little old blog a bit (I literally spent a good chunk of the day doing this) Hopefully it looks a little more put together! Check out some of the new buttons to the left that I've added (lots of talented ladies out there.....I would love to know what you think of the face lift :)

Top posts of 2009

Here are some of my favorite posts from the past year...just click on one to read!

Not Me Monday
Gift Idea for Anyone
Hallelujah! It's my moment!
Bad Styrofoam pumpkin
Fabulous jars
Bow holder
Gold G turned fab
New uses for old things
Sledding frenzy

I hope everyone has a save and a fun New Year! Thanks to all my friends who have been with me all along and to the new friends that follow me and my little blog....THANK YOU!

Moment in the midst of chaos...

So I was making lunch in the kitchen trying not to lose it with the laughing, screaming and pure yelling that was going on, and I started quietly humming "Love Story" by Taylor Swift, when all of the sudden my little girls and their two little girl friends start singing the lyrics word for word at the top of their lungs, actions and all, with my 2 year old son laughing hysterically....it totally made my day :) Robyn, I think we need to have a girls night next time Taylor's in town!

Ring in 2010

What are your plans for New Year's Eve? With three young kids our New Year's is spent at home, so we make our own fun! We will be camping out in our family room. Making a tent in the family room big enough for everyone to sleep in. Everyone getting to make their own individual pizza is a big hit! Also creating a "Time Capsule" with an empty tennis ball container. Fill the inside with pictures, mementos, and comments about what is currently happening in the world and with your family. Also write down goals you want to accomplish in 2010 as a family and individually. Then go out and bury it in the backyard. Next New Year's Eve dig it up to see what you accomplished!
I also found these cute ideas for cheap noise makers that will keep your kids busy until it's time to party.

Just fill with beans, decorate the outside with tissue paper and your ready to go.

There is also just the classic "grad a pot and a wooden spoon" and go nuts! Which is my memory of New Year's Eve when I was little. Lets see just how mad we can make the neighbors :)

The Christmas Spirit

I found this on my nightstand the other night and thought it was the sweetest thing ever...

1....2....3.....Awwwwww :)
Love that girl.

I then saw my 5 year old yesturday talking to our elf Charlie. Her little hands were clasped together under her chin and she was pleading with Charlie that when he reports back to santa to please tell him she wants a Webkinz that is a kitten because hers is missing. Guess what I was purchasing last night around 7?!
Also I came across this...

It is by Greg Olsen and I just love it.

THE SPIRIT OF CHRISTMAS
By the magical light of a small Christmas candle
A little old man tries to carefully handle
The small porcelain manger which serves as a bed
For the wee Baby Jesus to lay down His head.
In wonder he brings the manger up to his view,
Smiles at the baby and whispers, “I love you!
I love you for bringing this season of joy,
I love you for growing to a man from a boy;
For being our light and leading the way,
For being the spirit which makes Christmas Day!
You’ve been my mentor, my model, my hero and guide,
Please continue to help me and stay by my side.
I’ve tried to follow your teachings and give as you gave,
Reminding all to be kind and that it’s wise to behave.
Help me to serve others and bring them your light,
Especially the children, please bless them tonight!
Some have so very little, scarce food for their table,
You know how it feels - you were born in a stable!
Bless all their mothers and fathers with a knowledge that’s sure,
The best gift they can give is their love, strong and pure.
That’s the Spirit of Christmas when all’s said and done,
God’s gift of love, that came as His Son!”
Then back to His mother the child is returned
The Nativity glows as the candle is burned.
In a wink the little old man slips quietly away
Some say he goes up the chimney and climbs in a sleigh.
Whatever the case, His mission is clear -
Give unto others, bringing love and good cheer.
He flies into the night and bids us adieu
Doing for others what Jesus would do!
Greg Olsen - 2009

Hope everyone has a terrific Christmas!
See you next year :)