Winter Days

The weather had been so crazy.  We had freezing temps, snow, and then a 60 degree day, followed by rain and cold.  Lots of reading and crafting has been going on in our house.

I have always love the Little House On The Prairie books.  I especially love to read them while curled up next to the fireplace.  I have been reading a biography about Laura Ingalls Wilder.  We have also had some read alouds about Daniel Boone, Paul Revere, and George Washington.  I am "sneaking" in some learning during our Christmas break.

Long evenings are perfect for finishing projects.  I started this cross stitch kit last year.  I am beginning to see the end.  It takes such a long time to cross stitch.

My favorite Christmas decoration.  This was given to me by Super Granny.  When I was little I loved putting it under her Christmas tree every year.

I have so many ideas of things I want to make in the coming new year.
- Finish the bear paw quilt
-Make little M.'s butterfly quilt
-Finish the Nancy Drew quilt
-Finish my rag rug

I guess I need to finish these projects before I start something new.

Sportsmen Trip

Last weekend my "boys", Hubby and son, went on a Sportsmen's retreat with our church.  We are blessed to belong to such a wonderful church.  We truly have a church "family".

The boy farmer came home so pleased that he shot his first gun.  Apparently he is a good shot, as is his daddy.

They had a fun time of 4 wheeler riding, shooting at targets, clay birds, camp fires, mountain pies, devotions.

While they were gone, we had girl time including a slumber party with Super Granny.  We love spending time with her.

A Wonderful Week

I had the best week.  It started last Thursday when Hubby said we were going out to eat tomorrow and you may want to pack a bag in case it gets too late.  What!!!! Did I hear that correctly????  Alone with Hubby for dinner and overnight!!!!!!  Woohoo!!!!

With the kiddos off to Mammy and Pappy's house, the adventure began.  But where were we going?  Hubby refused to give up his secret.  We ended up at Heritage Hills Hotel.  Dinner was at Dutch Apple Dinner Theater.  Our meal was delicious.  A buffet featuring stuffed shells, crab stuffed salmon, carved beef, sweet and sour pork, veggies, salads, desserts.  Then came the play.  "Run For Your Wife".  It was funny.  When it was over, we walked back to the hotel and snuggled in for the night.

The next morning we had a wonderful breakfast buffet in the hotel.

After breakfast we spent the day shopping.  I did get to spend a few minutes in a quilt shop.
What a wonderful way to celebrate our 18th wedding anniversary!

On Sunday afternoon, Hubby and the littlest farmer came home with a beautiful tulip bouquet.  Man, I sure am getting spoiled.

Little M.  made me a chicken potholder.

It just keeps getting better.  On our actual anniversary, we were treated to The Love Nest Diner, in our very own dining room.  We had the best service, even had a bell to ring when we needed something.

To top it all off, Little M.  gave me a foot massage.

A wonderful week to celebrate our love.

Knoebel's Grove

We finally made it to Koebel's this year.  Usually we go in the beginning of summer.  The kiddos helped us clean out Grandpa's tool shed of broken bits and scraps of metal.  It took ALL day. Hubby took them to recycle it and we earned our Knoebel's spending money.  This was a valuable lesson for them to recycle.

Our annual picture with the clown.

We had a lot of fun.  I didn't ride any rides.  I learned where all of the benches were.  It was after 10pm until we left.  The kiddos thought that was so neat because their bedtime is 8:30.  The park looks so magical all lit up at night.  A fun time was had by all!