December 19, 2023

Last night with baby Cameron went so well — too well, in fact! He slept most of the time he was here. But we had almost an hour while he was awake. He had a bottle, got a clean diaper, and then he laid on the floor the rest of the time. He loves to kick against things, so I slid him close enough to the couch so he could kick and push. I held his little musical hand toy, and it flashes lights and plays music and talks to him. He loves it! His eyes get wide and bright and he kicks and waves his little arms! It was a fun time.

Wake up, baby!
Playtime.

After the kids left, I watched the CMA Country Christmas special. It was refreshing that most of the songs were traditional Christmas Carols. There were a few that weren’t – like ‘You’re a Mean One, Mr. Grinch’ and ‘Beer for Santa’. The performers were great. I have always loved Lady A, and of course Amy Grant (co-host with Trisha Yearwood), and Lainey Wilson. Great addition to the holiday celebrations! I also put my cell phone shelf up – all by myself!

Amy and Trisha
Cell phone shelf.

Went to bed last night with a coating of snow everywhere. Woke up to the same. Neither store had anything pressing, so I stayed put and cleaned off the driveway, walk and porch. I was just finishing up when Nate called to see if I could go pick up Chris at school at 11am. Sherree wasn’t comfortable driving. The roads were all clear and dry so of course I agreed.

Yesterday’s snow – just starting.
Back deck
Reflection of projector lights on the snow.
Driveway cleared

I picked her up, stopped so she could get food at Wendy’s, then dropped her off at home. She was struggling with something and feeling a little down so we took some time to talk. Not sure if it solved her issue but maybe she’ll be able to get through it better.

Photo
Lunch time!

My chores for this afternoon were to make chocolate drizzled popcorn – it turned out ok but I think I used the wrong popcorn. I bought corn puffs and should have bought hull-less popcorn. In the meantime I can eat it (no problem there!) and I’ll try again after Christmas.

Chocolate drizzled popcorn – sort of

I had a friend stop over to help me with something concerning the house, and when he left I made stuffed pepper soup. Of course the first thing I did was splash a few spots of tomato sauce on my white sweatshirt! I scrubbed it right away and got it out. Whew. I just had a bowl for lunch (I know – it’s 3pm! Running a bit behind) but it was very good. Best I’ve made in a while!

Soup

I’m listening to CHRISTMAS LOVE STORY in the background. It’s definitely a movie worth watching!

A Christmas Love Story

Scripture:

Quote:

And give good tidings to the believers that they will have from Allah great  bounty. (lionofAllah) | Islamic quotes, Quran verses, Find quotes

TOMORROW December 20th is:

Go Caroling Day; National Sangria Day; Mudd Day; International Human Solidarity Day.

I may not leave the house but guaranteed I will sing! I have Christmas CD’s on all the time! Sing – and God bless…

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