Cousins and Christmas.....doesn't get any better!!

Time to go......thanks for the great time (and sharing your toys)

Sarah waking Nate up to see all the gifts from Santa

Ahhhhh...... love the Christmas pj's ...Christmas Eve

More cookies.......for MOM to eat!!!

New cousin Riley (1 month )

Snoozing in Riley's car seat.........

What a fun Christmas week in Arizona..........

Sarah LOVES playing with her cousins (especially Nate).

Thank you for the WONDERFUL CHRISTMAS

(All of you know who you are.....Love you!!!!)

Merry Christmas.....Happy Holidays.........

I am taking a blogging break to be with family for the holidays. I just wanted to wish my blog friends a Merry Christmas. This is the card you would have received in the mail if I had ALL your addresses. Quick note ,I am sorry to family and friends if your card is late, you didn't get one or you got TWO.

Have a wonderful week.....stalk your blog ,talk with you or visit you after Christmas!!

Back in the Christmas groove......

We just got back from some old fashion caroling around wonderful Coronado. Sarah was thrilled to belt out jingle bells and get a few treats along the way............

It is great to be friends with teachers.......they are very good about organizing and getting the kids coordinated to do outings like tonight. Thanks Susan!!

Friday Funny......Flashback returns in 2009....

What does a little girl do when she has to stay inside for 2 days to get over a seal bark sounding cough....hmmmmm lets get in Mom's closet. I am glad we have been taking it easy.......our colds are almost gone!!

No Friday Flashback .........just a funny little girl getting into all sorts of mischief......

Too good......

I knew this was going to happen.........all of our running around gave us colds. Sarah sounds like Clyde ( from Clyde and Seamore show) and I look like I am preparing to guide a sleigh.

Liquids, rest, vitamin C we will be back to our Christmas Extravaganza in no time........This picture has nothing to do with colds it is just a reminder to keep searching for cool "Mom Jeans......" I don't think these fit in that category.......?

* More Christmas Cuteness

Game on.....it's Christmas 24/7

Okay.....I told you my next post would involve syrup. Pancake Breakfast with Santa........Sarah was in heaven. It is hard to believe she didn't like Santa last year........she can't get enough of him now. We had a wonderful morning with good friends having breakfast with the big guy.

After breakfast we made a quick trip to the Hotel del Coronado for some pictures ........and just got back this evening from Holiday Nights with Shamu at Sea World. ( no Shamu pictures ....dead battery) We are Christmas 24/7 around her. Hope you are enjoying the season too.

Spread the word....make a call.....

I try to keep my blog happy and free from too much drama but if you enjoy handmade items for children under 12..........watch out they may be hard to come by after February 9, 2009.

Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA).This Act, which will go into effect on February 10th, 2009, puts forth much more stringent safety measures for products intended for children under the age of 12.Under the very important auspices of child safety, the Act may have grave unintended consequences: fewer choices for families who are looking for handcrafted alternatives.....dolls, doll clothes, wooden toys........ Many artists and craftspeople have expressed fears that they won't be able stay in business due to the burdensome cost of testing and certification pursuant to the proposed legislation. Understandably, this is an issue of great community concern.............Make some calls:

The office of the CPSC ombudsman: 888-531-9070.

Visit the Handmade Toy Alliance for information about writing your representatives.

Kind of a Bah Humbug huh........my next post will be drama free.....but may involve syrup!

The cute dress Sarah is wearing was from a HANDCRAFTER.......Deb!

Sarah Lou Who......

We just can't get enough Christmas around here........

"Really good....."

Lots of things putting me in the Christmas spirit this year....... First, Sarah didn't scream her head off visiting Santa this year.......yahoo. "He a really nice guy Mama" we had a great night at the Coronado Santa Parade.

Second, Tutu Monkey and friends had a great booth at Artisans Alley in Coronado this year. It was so fun to be around so many creative people. I am trying to buy handmade items this year again and this was the spot to kick off the festivities. Pam from My Country Fields makes these fun pop up tent covers.......My Little Buttercup makes great kids cloths and Dulcebebe is the spot for blankets and kids bath towels.......also check out Breathing Beside Us......she has lots of lovely items for Mom's and kids.

Thanks to all of you for stopping by!!

Friday Flashback

Here I am with my rooster hair do sitting with my Dad at about the same age Sarah is right now. Sarah says "Grandpa in Heben"........................................."Yes Sarah Grandpa in Heaven..." I wish he was here to meet Sarah but I know he has...........

Have a wonderful weekend!!

Do you think

Mom jeans will make a come back? I know that they make butts look really long and wide but the trade off would be less muffin top/ cup cake. I am just thinking if we all ban together and start wearing them maybe they will be cool again ? Let me know if you are in......

Good Bye........

Thanks ole trusty brown, boy gap boots..........you have been with us for a year and I think your days are numbered. Today Sarah finally said "boots to tight......". What will we wear with next years Easter dress or to our next Wedding reception? I must admit I was often a little envious of Sarah's ease of getting dressed. No "do these shoes go with this outfit?"........just " I wear my boots Mom" and strut with confidence!!