Saturday, November 21, 2009

The Perfect Christmas by Debbie Macomber


Today I picked up The Perfect Christmas and couldn't put it down. I finished it in one day. It was an easy read with lots of laughs. It's a great Christmas read, filled with the true meaning of Christmas....love.

Here's a description from the author's site:


What would make your Christmas perfect?

For Cassie Beaumont, it’s meeting her perfect match. Cassie, at thirty-three, wants a husband and kids, and so far, nothing’s worked. Not blind dates, not the Internet and certainly not leaving love to chance. What’s left? A professional matchmaker. He’s Simon Dodson, and he’s very choosy about the clients he takes on. Cassie finds Simon a difficult, acerbic know-it-all, and she’s astonished when he accepts her as a client.

Claiming he has her perfect mate in mind, Simon assigns her three tasks to complete before she meets him. Three tasks that are all about Christmas: being a charity bell ringer, dressing up as Santa’s elf at a children’s party and preparing a traditional turkey dinner for her neighbors (whom she happens to dislike). Despite a number of comical mishaps, Cassie does it all—and she’s finally ready to meet her match. But just like the perfect Christmas gift, he turns out to be a wonderful surprise!




Blessings,
Lisa

Cookies for Santa Kits


Jadi at Homemaking Fun shared this cute idea for Cookies for Santa Kit on her blog. I thought they would be a great gift for my niece and nephews this holiday season.


I purchased the clear "paint cans" from Michael's with a 40% off coupon. I filled each container with red paper shreds, snack size packages of sugar and chocolate chip cookie mixes, a container of holiday frosting, two jars of sprinkles wrapped with coordinating scrapbook paper, and two cookie cutters. I created the label using Microsoft word and clip art from http://www.graphicgarden.com 's Christmas Bears Art Collection.



Blessings,
Lisa

Monday, November 16, 2009

Simple Woman's Daybook, November 16, 2009


FOR TODAY...November 16th

Outside my window... the sun is shining in the blue skies. It's very warm for mid-November



I am thankful for...my husband and his never-ending love for me and our children.



I am wearing... a pink top with sparkly snowflakes, black slacks and shoes.



I am remembering... last Christmas.


I am going... to take ds to the plastic surgeon today about some mole removal.


I am reading...



I am hoping...that everything works out for us with our new home.


On my mind...Annie from MHH. Praying for her health.


From the learning rooms... at school, Native Americans and Pilgrims.


I am noticing that... sometimes God may not answer our prayers as we want them to be answered, but in the way that he sees as best for us.


Pondering these words...If the only prayer you said in your whole life was, "thank you," that would suffice. ~Meister Eckhart




From the kitchen... apple dumplings for dessert, Quick Chicken Soup and Grilled Cheese for dinner.



Around the house... doing laundry and hoping to make it outside to rake some leaves.



One of my favorite things~ knitting gifts for others.


From my picture journal:




Thank you for stopping by today!
Blessings,
Lisa

Menu Plan Monday, November 16, 2009


Welcome to another Menu Plan Monday, hosted by Laura at I'm An Organizing Junkie. Here's our plan for this week:



Sunday~Slow Cooker Spaghetti Sauce over Spaghetti, Hot Italian Sausage, Salad and Italian Bread


Monday~Quick Chicken Soup and Grilled Cheese Sandwiches



Tuesday~Meatball Hoagies and Homemade Fries



Wednesday~Chicken Soft Tacos, Mexican Rice and Corn



Thursday~Ham Steaks, Mashed Potatoes, Country Gravy and Green Beans



Friday~Pizza and Wing Night



Saturday~Pork Chops and Scalloped Potatoes, Carrots



Thanks for stopping by today!



Be sure to check out 100's of other menus at http://orgjunkie.com/


Blessings,

Lisa

Wednesday, November 11, 2009

Crockpot Wednesday~Cheesy Hashbrown Potatoes


Welcome to Crock Pot Wednesday hosted by Debbie at Dining with Debbie.

Today I'm sharing a recipe for Cheesy Hashbrown Potatoes. These are great for brunch and as a side dish with dinner.
Cheesy Hashbrown Potatoes

6 cups frozen hash browns
2 cups cheddar cheese
1 cup milk
1/2 cup half-and-half
1/4 cup onion, Chopped
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon paprika
Directions
1. Put hashbrowns and onion in crock.

2. Then put in seasonings next and cheese and milk.

3. Cover and cook on low 6-8 hours, or high 3-4 hours.
Enjoy!
Blessings,
Lisa

Veteran's Day Program 2009

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In honor of Veteran's Day our school district hosts a Veteran's Day Breakfast for local veterans. Yesterday, we had over 300 veterans attend the breakfast and program. DS was part of the program, representing the Army. The kids did a fantastic job. The Veterans had a great time, too. In the evening, ds and the other students who participated in the program were presented with certificates of appreciation by the school board. We're very proud of our son!

Thanks for stopping by!

Blessings,

Lisa

Veteran's Day 2009


"We often take for granted the things that most need our gratitude."
~Cynthia Ozick
Thank you to our Veterans!
Blessings,
Lisa