Travel Organizer for the Auto

My brother and his wife have several extended travel plans this coming year, and asked for something to help keep the back seat tidy for their Christmas gift.  This is what I came up with:

All was bright.

It really was.

The extended blogging break was nice also...unplanned, but nice.

Paper Plate Christmas Tree Garland

To begin, may I offer my heart-felt love and support to all those who've been affected by the events in New Town, CT.  It is a bitter reminder that life is precious.  I hope the following post might give you an idea of something fun to do with your little ones...and hold them even closer.

Dolly needed something fun to do the other day. I had seen THIS idea on pinterest, and thought it would be fun to try.

Christmas Tid-Bits 2012

Hi all.

It's that busy, wonderful time.  I've been stitching up a storm in my spare minutes, and enjoying decorating our new home for Christmas.

Our Christmas tree is covered with memories.

Blessed with Aqua Sky + Healthy Hot Cocoa Mix Recipe

>>>>>>>>>This is not a sponsored post....I just had to share my good fortune>>>>>>>>>

Big title...I know. There's been a few silver linings to this whole diabetes mess. In trying to find healthy recipes, I found Maria Emmerich's blog and had my very narrow low-carb world opened up a lot. I also discovered Swerve Sweetener. Most sugar replacement products don't agree with my tummy, but Swerve is different, and has made a big difference for me.

Well, long story short, Swerve sponsored a giveaway on Maria's blog for a Kitchenaid Mixer.  And I won.  I still am in a bit of shock.  I got to pick my color, so this Aqua Sky beauty now lives on my counter.

Twine Pom Pom Garland Tutorial

I'm not sure if you remember or not, but a while back I discovered that cotton twine makes fantastic pom poms with really fun texture.

I figured out a way to make my new favorite pom pom into a garland for our Christmas tree.  Want to try one too?

Thankful for Family

Although travel with kiddos is always a bit crazy, we are so glad we made the effort to visit my Arizona family for Thanksgiving last week.

Traveling with family is love in motion.