Outgoing Cards

I am trying to finish up on my Christmas Cards.  It seems to take me more time to fill out my cards as I try to write in them and decorate them with stickers.  I want my card to look like a gift by its self. I know that's crazy.

Here's a few that I have sent out a few weeks ago.  My favorite is the red one.  I didn't want to show addresses on here out of respect for my pen pals. 

I need to take a photo of my Christmas cards I have received this year.  I tape them to the back of a door in my living room so I can enjoy them.

 

 

Hello December!!

 


Wow! Where does the time go?  I am not sure I am ready for December to be here.  Looks like I had better get my rear in gear and get everything accomplished that is on my list.

*Christmas Cards
*Make cookies, candy, fudge
*Clean the house extra good (by Wednesday night!)
*Get some of the gifts wrapped
*Keep my car extremely clean! (this is the hardest thing for me to do)
*Make menu out for this the week. Then go buy everything I need.



My cousin made some awesome fudge the other day. I am going to look up the recipe and make it for my family as well!

Three Step Fudge
2 (9 ounce) bags milk chocolate melts

1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk

3/4 cup chopped pecans

2 teaspoons vanilla

Directions:

1. Microwave chocolate and milk in large bowl on HIGH for 2 min., stirring after each minute.
2. Stir in pecans and vanilla.
3. Spread evenly in foil-lined 8-inch square pan.
4. Refrigerate 2 hours or until firm.
5. Store, covered at room temperature.

As most everyone knows I love easy and fast! Blenda thanks so much for sharing this recipe with me! My three boys love fudge. 

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Need to get busy with some holiday cooking!!

Saving Money!!

 

 

I went shopping with my coupons and this is what I bought.  It would have been 100.00 but I paid $25.00 for it all!  I also got back $16.00 in register rewards!  I am so loving Walgreen's.  I did multiple transactions so I could roll the register rewards to get the most out of my money.  I know I probably could have done better but had Aaron and Alexis with me.  From now on for the bigger hauls I think I will go by myself.  I don't think very clearly when I am distracted. 

I am using the 3 mouthwashes, 3 toothpaste and 3 toothbrushes in my baskets for my boys.  I have other items I will be putting in the baskets as well. 

My Treasured Friends swap

This is what my partner Betty sent me for the fall swap.  I loved it all! Snuggle socks, postcard, stickers and gift tags, gingerbread tea, book and a handkerchief Wonderful items!.

 

I belong to a wonderful group on Facebook called My Treasured Friends.  It's a pen pal type group. I am loving everyone in the group.  They treat me like I have always been a part of their group when in fact I have only been a member for a few months.

Blake is 23 today!

My oldest son is 23 years old! I am so proud of the man he is becoming. 

I just had to share some of the pictures I have of him.  This last one of him and Logan has to be one of my favorites! 
Blake hope your birthday was as awesome as you are son!! Moma loves you very much!

Snow Day!

The area schools have closed today! Which means I am staying home as well! I've been on a roll and have been making my Christmas Cards out.  I also wrote several pen pals as well. I am so trying to stay current with pen pal letters plus write back to pals I've neglected the last several months. I think I am doing a great job so far.  Chipping  down the incoming mail pile feels good.



I actually have been home alone since Thursday evening.  It has been a blessing for me.  Normally my bonus son is here with me 24/7.  He took a road trip to Tyler Texas.  I am so proud of him.  He took the bus and had some hiccups along the way but he made it.  He is very use to his mom and
Mr. C. taking care of him.  His mom did call the bus station to check up on him..uugh.  At this rate no wonder he isn't mature.. Just saying. 



I am thinking about trying to make some homemade Christmas cards.  I know I can do it I just need to go get the right supplies for the project.  May put this on my list for next year.

I am going to make a Christmas Junk Journal! I do have all the supplies to start it.  So will start working on that soon. 

You will never believe that I cleaned up my craft room yesterday!! It looks 100 percent better.  I bet Mr. C. will love how it looks when he comes home,  I was NOT going into that room cause I was overwhelmed and it was looking like a junk room.  No way could I even think about creating in that horrible mess that I had made thru the last many months.  It isn't perfect but it looks so good. What a weight lifted off my shoulders. 

Fall time thoughts:Scenic Byways and salted Caramel

🍂 Scenic Drives, Salted Caramel, and All the Fall Feels 🍁

 

Fall is here, and I’m absolutely soaking it all in! Watching the leaves slowly shift into those golden yellows, fiery oranges, and deep reds is one of my favorite simple joys. I’ve always wanted to take the Talimena National Scenic Byway just to experience those breathtaking views in person. It’s about a 5-hour drive one way, so it would definitely be a “pack your bag and stay the night” kind of trip. I’m not about to be driving home in the dark super tired—better safe than sorry!

Truth is, I love everything about this season. Can you tell? 😂 The cooler weather, the cozy sweaters, and of course all the seasonal flavors (give me all things salted caramel, please and thank you). That first sip of a salted caramel latte just feels like fall in a cup.

I still haven’t decorated my house for fall, though! We did get the store decorated, which is more important right now, but by the time I get home I don’t have the energy to dig through the totes in the shop. Honestly, what I really need is my own personal decorator to sprinkle pumpkins, leaves, and cozy vibes all around my living room. Wouldn’t that be amazing?

One thing I do try to do, even if I don’t get the full décor out, is bring little touches of fall inside—like a salted caramel candle burning in the evening or a cozy throw blanket ready on the couch for when the evenings turn chilly. Even something small makes a big difference in creating that fall feeling at home.

So whether it’s a scenic road trip, sipping a fall drink, or simply slowing down to enjoy the crisp air, I’m here for it all this season. 🍂

 Fall is here! Am enjoying watching the leaves change colors.  I have always wanted to do the Talimena National Scenic Byway to check out the great views.  Wish Mr.C. was into road trips just to enjoy the scenic view.  Yes this is on my bucket list!! I know to get there it is like a 4 hour trip one way.  So really I think it would be best if you stayed the night somewhere.  I hate to drive home in the dark super tired.  Better to be safe than sorry.