I have three of the sweetest handmade ornaments on my tree – little noodle angels that were hand made by my mom and sisters a few years ago. This one was catching the light just right this morning so I chose her to share with you today. You can sort of see how she was […]

Today begins Week #51 of my 2009 weekly graphite portrait giveaway! ONLY TWO WEEKS REMAIN IN MY YEAR LONG GIVEAWAY. Only two more entries will be selected to receive one 5×7 graphite (pencil) drawing from their photograph. There were no submissions last week. Christmas is coming so fast, I know everyone is very busy getting […]

Another new ornament to our tree is a gift, from my best friend of 25 years. Each year, my dear friend sends a care package with lovingly selected gifts for everyone in my family. I know. I lucked out in a BIG way. She’s totally amazing like that! Last year, I opened up my very […]

This year, I joined in on an ornament exchange hosted by my good friend Lisa at Lisa’s Chaos. Did I mention that Lisa, her husband Dennis and my family met up a few months ago for dinner at a fabulous little Italian restaurant here in the Quad Cities? No? Well we did, and it was […]

Welcome to my Christmas Tree, where symbols of Christ can be found tucked away fondly in the best nooks and crannies of our Douglas Fir. We began collecting crosses a few years ago. Each year, we will choose a cross ornament to add to our collection – and over the years we anticipate that our […]

Today begins Week #50 of my 2009 weekly graphite portrait giveaway! There are only THREE GIVEAWAYS REMAINING!! For the remaining weeks in 2009, one winner will be selected each week to receive one 5×7 graphite (pencil) drawing from their photograph. Thank you ALL for sharing your pets with me! It has been a fabulous year, […]