Outside My Window....its still cool and foggy. Just dreary and sort of depressing. I'll admit I like for the weather to be much cooler around the holidays, but this is just depressing. And weird.
I am thinking....that I am ready for the holiday break . I get December 23rd thru January 3rd off for the University break. I must say, I am in dire need....and looking forward to it.
I am thankful....that I 'think' I may have the Christmas gift shopping complete....with the exception of a few small things. But I'm much further along than I thought I was yesterday.
Someone who made me happy....my father. Because even though he's in his early 70's, he still answers the phone in funny voices and tries to make me believe I've called the wrong number. I always get a great laugh out of it....
How I made someone happy....Ted. Okay....I've made him very happy by playing hide and seek in the mornings. The twinkle in his eye from the excitement it brings is overwhelming. I love that little man!
I have created....a sparkly centerpiece. My parents will be coming over for Christmas Eve dinner of Jon's shrimp creole and I wanted to set a holiday table that would be festive. I've chosen a glass bowl containing a green sparkling tree and bright red ornaments surrounding it. Hopefully, once the table is set, I'll remember to take a photo to post.
I am going....to dinner with Pam and Sue at California Dreaming tonight. A nice night out with the girls. Hopefully we will refrain from dessert....NOT!
I am hoping and praying....that I'll get back to the gym this week. The plan is Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday....and then on Saturday morning. Its amazing to me how sluggish I feel when I miss a couple of days. That's a good thing though!
On my mind....Jon's back is still bothering him from his fall. I worry that we should have gotten an x-ray done. I feel certain he will get better, I just hope it doesn't deter him from doing the things he loves to do......Hmmmm Hmmmm.....fishing.
From the kitchen....my mother and I baked like mad women this past weekend. Two batches of chocolate fudge, two batches of peanut butter fudge, chocolate covered cherries, and praline cookies. It was speed baking at its best....and I enjoyed every moment of it!
Around the house....I really DO plan to get a few of the things I've been meaning to do around the house done over my break. For one - and I mean it - finish painting the hallway and trim work!
I am reading....recipes. After baking with mom this weekend, I've decided I'd like to try my hand at making a cake for our Christmas Eve dessert. At this point, it looks like a Red Velvet Coconut cake is the front runner. Another photo I will need to post....along with the recipe.
Pondering these words....'Silent night, holy night! All is calm, All is bright. Round yon Virgin, Mother and Child. Holy Infant so Tender and mild. Sleep in heavenly peace.' ~ Christmas Noel by Father Josef Morh
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