“It’s what you give, not what you get.”

by chuckofish

Well, how is everyone? I have had a doozy of two days back at work, culminating with the arrival of the Capitol maintenance staff to clean the inside windows of my office (for the first time since I’ve worked here) and requiring me to vacate my office. I threw up my hands and finished the day working from home.

But! I have lots to update. So let’s get to it.

Much of my finest handiwork was on display for Thanksgiving. Including these lovely Peanuts napkins

and these darling Mommy & Me outfits (plus my skirt).

I put my Christmas Tree up last night–and had the joy of going through my vast ornament collection. I just love all of my needlepoint ornaments from years past. I can’t believe Winnie the Pooh is approaching 20 years old! Oldie Hawn, OMG. My collection of donut ornaments continues to grow (and this year I found a new french fry ornament that was a gift from last year).

Speaking of french fries, a commenter on the blog noted yesterday

and my immediate reaction was “because she is stuffing her face with crescent rolls??!” I know it isn’t for that reason (IS IT?!).

Anyway, it has been a very busy few weeks (with no end in sight). So, please enjoy the sweet musical stylings of Mandisa. This song is sure to get you feeling festive. Maybe next week, I’ll tell you my dream Hallmark Channel Christmas movie idea with Mandisa as the star. Also, be sure to check out the #12DaysofUCP on social media.