Handcrafted Yo-yo Christmas Ornaments

I usually try to make Christmas ornaments each year. I made yo-yo ornaments this year. Here's a few samples.

I enjoy sewing by hand. Unlike sewing with my machine, I can snuggle up in a comfortable chair or the sofa and watch tv while I'm making them. It's relaxing and theraputic. Same goes for crocheting.

My Christmas Present

For Christmas I received my own copy of "Emma" starring Gwyneth Paltrow on dvd. I already had the A&E version with Kate Beckinsale, although I like all the versions, I think i prefer the Gwyneth version better.

Below is my collection of Jane Austen dvds. There are more movies like "Persuasian" and "Northanger Abby" that I've seen but had to borrow from others. (NOTE: "Becoming Jane" is about Jane Austen, not one of her stories, but just as enjoyable. It has "Mr. Tumnus" in it!)

Merry Christmas To Everyone!

Wishing you all a Merry Christmas and remember the reason for the season, Jesus.

Don't forget to check out our "Elf Yourself" entry below (scroll down).

Let It Snow, Let It Snow, Let It Snow

We've had record-breaking snowfall here in the Northwest. And with the artic blast coming from Canada it's been stickin' around. More snow in the forecast. We're definitely having a white Christmas.

What Christmas is All About

Christmas Photo

Here's the kids' Christmas photo this year.....

Elf Yourself - Merry Christmas

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Our Thanksgiving Feast

Everything went well with our Thanksgiving Feast. It's been a few days now and we've just about used up all of our leftovers. We've had a few turkey sandwiches, I made a turkey noodle cream soup (using Greg's recipe) and even made a turkey noodle casserole. Here's a pic of the family at dinner. (I'm taking the picture.)