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Christmas Tree!

hangingornamentsWhen we finally got some snow I suddenly felt in the Christmas spirit!

handsThe boys were so excited to put up the tree.

treepics ornamentsI thought I would give an update on the clay ornaments we made two years ago.

When I took them out this year they had started to disintegrate a bit.

They still look okay but are a little rough.

Not sure if they will last another year.

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pictureornament twine woodenornamentI also made these picture ornaments a couple years ago and they are holding up great!

All I used was scrapbook paper, wooden plaques, and modpodge.

I assembled them and then drilled two holes in the top.

I would really like to make one for each year, they are my favorite ornaments!

My house finally looks like Christmas!

Why I say no during the holidays…

readingI am not someone who thrives on a busy schedule.

I am the opposite!

More then one thing on my calendar to go to in a week makes me break out in hives…

So for the holidays simple is better.

I do not want to say yes to so many things I have left no time to enjoy any of them.

I also like to leave room for something unexpected.

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Last year we realized Nick had some extra vacation time he needed to use so we packed up in December and headed off for the Grand Canyon!

I am so thankful I did not pack my calendar with things I had to do so I could say yes to this!

So many amazing memories were made!

bridgeI do not regret saying no.

I enjoy those yes moments all the more because of it!

Moments with family and friends, seeing Christmas through my boys eyes.

I do not have to rush out and buy a lot of gifts.

If I have to rush around for something I will probably say no.

I understand some people love the busyness and shopping but I do not.

I enjoy the little moments.

So if you hear me say no this holiday season you know why.

I am enjoying.

Have a blessed Thanksgiving!