The Christmas Aftermath

So, Christmas has, officially come and gone. The morning of Christmas began with me waking up at 4:30 a.m. and deciding to wash the dishes from the night before instead of channel surfing. So, I got up and tidied up, fed the critters, and made a pot of coffee to induce waking of others. It was almost like a coffee commercial. Speaking of which, I was very sad to not see "Peter" come home early in the morning and waking his parents with coffee. Instead they showed a more modern version of a similar scenario... it was not the same. Yes.... I fear change.

So, Santa got me a lot, and I mean a LOT of chocolate. I got some really nice gifts and fun things to play with. The chocolate, however is a duty. I have milk chocolate, dark chocolate, truffles, boxed chocolates, Milk Duds, chocolate covered raisins, the dark chocolate orange the you must smash, chocolate mint candies, and a few other chocolate confections. Myfamily knows the way to my heart. I'll now have something to treat myself to while I watch my guys... Steven & Chris.. their show is coming back with new episodes soon too! Steven & Chris and a mug of latte is my "Calgon Moment" of the day. Without which I'd be the mom "Lois" from "Malcomb In The Middle" combined with the character "Betty Warren" from the movie "Mona Lisa Smile." Which translates to frustrated and uptight.

Well, the day after Christmas is always a little sad for me. I miss the excitement and the warm fuzzies the holiday brings. On the bright side, I still have a Christmas celebration (weather permitting) with my sisters and their families to celebrate and I have fun new toys to play with.

Tomorrow, I hope to post more and look forward to things to come. Until then~ Toodaloo!

It's Christmas Eve!

Merry Christmas Eve!

Wow, it's Christmas Eve already! I had to take a break from blogging for the month, because I wasn't feeling very creative. Usually, I enjoy making things and then posting about them. However, this month has been so hectic, that when I do have computer time, all I really want to do is play games. Just within this post, I had a goof happen and the frustration rose to such a level that I wanted to stop all together.

I did make a gingerbread house last week. I made my own pattern.

My little helper made one too. This one was made from a kit. Everytime we walk into the dining room, it smells like gingerbread!

Last night, I made a mint chocolate cream pie. Today, I am making gigantic cranberry- walnut cinnamon rolls for Christmas morning. I'm also making mini corn dog muffins, curry chicken nuggets, stuffed mushrooms, mulled cider, sticky chicken wings, crudites, and I'm warming up some frozen potstickers!

Needless to say, the appetizer spread will be a feast. Throught the day, I'll be watching comedy Christmas special's on BBC America. I'll also watch the Dr. Who Christmas special. So, today will be busy, but great fun! I hope that you all have a stress free and joyful Christmas!~Toodaloo!

It's Snowing!

Oh, how I wish my camera batteries were charged! Those rechargable batteries do not hold their charge for long. I have not posted for a while because life has been so busy and I haven't really been working on many projects to post about.

Winter is finally (unofficially) here! I have my interior decorations up. Last weekend I decorated the front porch. It's so nice to look down my street and see the neighbors houses lit up! I made gingerbread scones the other day and I have at last begun listening to Christmas music.

We'll be getting the tree this weekend and I'll be making my annual gingerbread house this weekend. This year, I am making my gingerbread house in the shape of an old hotel that once existed in my town. My nephew is making a train depot that was near the hotel and the train to go with it.

Today, however will consist of chores, tutoring, and crafting. I think I'll sneak in a little indulgence with a bubble bath in the claw foot and a facial. It's been a draining week and I am going to pamper myself a little. As soon as my camera has juice I'll post some pictures and discuss the final episode of the season of Being Erica. Until then~ Toodaloo!