Day 11 - Shaping up & Day 12 - Whole lot of happy

Here is day 11's photo

Day 12 - Whole lot of happy

Day 10 - Twinkle, Twinkle

This year we got a new Christmas Tree. Our old tree was so wide that it took up so much space that it was time to get something a little less overbearing. We ended up with a slimmer tree that has white lights. I never realized that almost all new slim trees are prelit. There are some that are unlit, but they aren't attractive or price friendly. But the white lights with our color globes makes our tree so pretty! I can just sit and stare at our tree for hours. The simplicity of it is the best part.

Day 9 - A sign

Day 9 - I didn't see a sign on Friday to capture my photo, but today I found lots of them. But this was the best of them all.

Day 8 - Reflecting of the Season

Day 8 already... This month is flying by... I know I am late posting this as it is the 10 day, but I did capture this picture on Day 8.. Such a beautiful reflection of this gorgeous tree at our friends house. I am thankful that I had the opportunity to capture it. Most of all, we are so thankful for our new friends, Skip and Kyle DeBusk.
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Day 7 - Express yourself

About 4 years ago, I wore my black tall boots on Wednesday and for some reason, this started "Hooker Boot Wednesday". Through the months of October - April, I will wear my tall boots (brown or black) on Wednesday. This has caught notice and have co-workers that join in. I love my tall boots and they are just one way to express myself! :)

Day 6 - Every Little Thing

Yesterday was just so busy, I never got here to post my picture, but that is okay as my idea didn't pan out. Good thing too, because tonight I found the perfect picture... I love little legs with a pant leg up and her grip on her favorite toy pal. What do you think? :)

Day 5: The view from here

Sitting in my Chaise lounger I can lookout our bedroom window and admire our backyard. Yesterday, the sun was shining and the icicles were glistening. It was so beautiful... I admired the icicles as they hung from the newly built swingset for darling daughter... As the sun began to set, the sky had a beautiful hue of pinks, oranges, and blues. It was simply a breath taking view...

Day 4 - You hold the key

Today we had to find the magic remedy that no matter what, it will give us the perspective that we need. The key was to remember what that is and pull it out when we need it most. Thus, I turn to my vast collection of cookbooks. I have always been passionate about baking and enjoy it when I do.

Day 3 - All you need is LOVE

Today's theme is All you need is love... this is so true... today was a simple day spent either visiting local businesses for the holiday event that was held or at home with my two best buds. We had some fun in the snow, played, and I even accomplished getting some Christmas projects done. Days like this are the best!

Day 2 - Reframing the Season

Each Holiday Season since losing my baby girl, Lily, I wonder what it would be like if she would have been born. I imagine our house being so very busy and full of life like it is with Mallory. I often wonder if Mallory would be here too or if Lily's purpose was for us to be blessed by Mallory a year later. I love my dear Lily so much and anticipate the day I can hold my baby for the first. But will Lily be a baby when I get to heaven, or will have she grown up into a beautiful woman.... I hope to not find out for many, many years. I also know that until the day we are reunited, that is she is in splendid care...

Thus, when I stare at my tree, I will always think of my sweet first child, Lily Elaine....

Gratitude - Day 1 - Picture it Holidays

So I decided to take part in this 31 photo experience offered by Paper Coterie... Each day they will post a new theme and we are capture it in a photo. Today's theme is Gratitude...

I am so grateful for the tiny toes in the photo... She is my light in a dark tunnel, my sunshine on a cloudy day, and the sweetness in a cup of lemonade! I am thankful that the Lord blessed Greg and I with such a wonderful daughter... I am also thankful for my DH, my new job, and all my family and friends....