From me to... you! This Christmas was a good one. I enjoyed the time I got to spend with my family. I had hoped to have more time to craft some homemade goodies for myself and friends but I only got as far as my mantel. Below is the stockings I made for Nathan, Ladybird and I. I also took a walk with my little family to collect the pine cones that I spray painted gold. One day I will have more time to be festive...

Ladybird enjoyed her Christmas presents. She really seemed excited when I gave them to her. The poor stuffed Christmas tree only lasted a few hours. We won't be buying anything stuffed for this pooch anytime soon.

My mom got a puppy for Christmas.
He is a shih tzu who's name was finally decided as Murray.
...Despite my brothers efforts to refer to him as Monster.com

My nephew Jake wouldn't put him down. Well none of us really would. How could you resist holding a puppy?


I hope you all had a merry Christmas. I can't wait to have a happy new year with the best of friends!