Many thanks, Mende

I want to just take this moment to thank Mende who has inspired me with all the fun gadgets for my blog. I have learned how to add more fun gadgets from your blog and have had fun with this learning experience. Thank you! :)

Merry Christmas Family Pictures

No, I don't give my kids beer...even though Collin looks like I do! I can't decide if he is a Mountain Dew man or a grinch! I was very proud of all our kids as they were appreciative of what they received and said they didn't expect all they got. Next year, I think we will do some charity work and maybe instead of buying a bunch of gifts, put the money together and all of us go on a weekend trip...am I nuts or what?!

Our "little" family finally got together for Christmas after much stress and working with everyone else. We had a WONDERFUL time and took family pictures. I love the pics of Davin and Hannah. Of course, with our goofy bunch, one had to be with us acting goofy. I don't know where we get this do you DAD?

Icicles...these are a few of my favorite things!

I snapped some pictures of some pretty icicles hanging from our front porch...yes, I said pretty! There was a huge one hanging from our top roof that I could see from our upstairs hall window but didn't get a picture of it. Maybe next time?