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Sunday, November 22, 2009

My Gratitude List Day 22

Day 22: Marriage Covenants.

"We. . .solemnly proclaim that marriage between a man and a woman is ordained of God and that the family is central to the Creator’s plan for the eternal destiny of His children.

"Husband and wife have a solemn responsibility to love and care for each other and for their children.

"Successful marriages and families are established and maintained on principles of faith, prayer, repentance, forgiveness, respect, love, compassion, work, and wholesome recreational activities." ~The Family: A Proclamation to the World~

I'm not a 'big rock' kind of girl. And I love that Mr. Ferrero Rocher has a very non-traditional ring.

Saturday, November 21, 2009

My Gratitude List Day 21

Day 21: Work. "Work is an antidote for anxiety, an ointment for sorrow, and a doorway to possibility. Whatever our circumstances in life, let us do the best we can and cultivate a reputation for excellence in all that we do. Let us set our minds and bodies to the glorious opportunity for work that each new day presents." ~ Dieter F. Uchtdorf~

Friday, November 20, 2009

A question for my sister, Ness

Fudge & Cookie want to know why Uncle Kevin is singing in a grocery store. Not only singing but hugging and kissing someone other than Aunt Vanessa! Did you know your husband is famous?

Full story: I was watching this video the other day when Fudge & Cookie came running up to my laptop to see who was singing. After a few seconds Fudge asked why Uncle Kevin was singing in a grocery store. I started laughing so couldn't answer right away. While I was still laughing Cookie asked in a shocked tone of voice, "And why is he hugging that lady??!!" Sorry, Ness. I just laughed uncontrollably for a few minutes before I could explain it wasn't Uncle Kevin.

My Gratitude List Day 20

Day 20: Holey Jeans. Use them up and wear them out. It's a sign of hours of playtime mixed with chores and hard work. Life happens in these jeans. Good life.

Thursday, November 19, 2009

Good Things

There's been a number of good things I've come across the last week or two. So good I just have to share.

This is number 1 (what else?). Hot Chocolate on a Stick from Giverslog.com. Giver's log is also a very good thing posting gift ideas galore, some to buy, some to make.

For Fudge's 7th birthday she received a beautiful cape coat for her American Girl doll Felicity. I found this pattern to make one for me! The Lindsey from BurdaStyle. And the pattern is only $4.

These personalized eye charts would be fantastic in a child's room or even the bathroom hung on the back of the door to give people a chuckle (depending on the message). Type a message here to get your own eye chart.

Don't you think music pages would be great for this wreath project? I've got the perfect old yellowed music books to use. Tutorial at Living with Lindsay.

I really want to host a cookie swap in December. If I decide to do it my invites are going to be similar these from brooklyn limestone.

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