Home for Christmas

We made it to Michigan for our 2 week holiday, and it feels so nice to be home. Piper agrees, for she loves, loves, LOVES the snow. She has been out twice already, once with her Grrandpa and cousin Jacob, and once with Broc and I this morning. Despite her wet boots and freezing fingers, she refuses to come inside, so we have to be crafty and think of a good excuse to get her warmed up. We have a sledding date for tomorrow and believe me when I say, she won't let us forget it.

Broc and his dad attended a Red Wings game last night. He was surprised to find out that he would be recognized as a service member in front of everyone. I think he secretly enjoyed the attention, but don't tell him I said so.

We have missed our families so much and we consider it a huge blessing to be home for a short time. Merry Christmas!

Happy Day

Broc is thirty years OLD today. Did I place an emphasis on the word old? My mistake. Doughnuts were our celebratory cake since there are only 3 of us, and since we 3 like doughnuts.

Broc maintained this face throughout the day. He is utterly elated to be thirty, and to be allotted an all day no nagging game pass. That's right, his Birthday wish was to play video games and computer games for an entire day, which he did and still is. I have served him meals, kissed him on the cheek and praised his pretend victories like a good little wife. Despite all my goofing on him, I do love my husband. He is a wonderful man and I am so blessed to have him in my life.

I made him this card to prove it.

Piper gladly helped her dad with the daunting task of opening presents. She said "Happy Birthday Daddy" approximately thirty times today, because she thinks birthdays are fantastic!

It rained all morning, so before bed Piper and I spent some time outside looking for puddles to stomp in.

Happy Birthday Broc!

Oh the weather outside is frightful

Finally, a day worthy of winter coats and a steamy cup of coco. I will gladly embrace these cold days, for I know I'll be begging for them come summer. Broc heard news of a tree lighting on Hunter this evening. We attended the event thinking it would be fun, but Piper didn't have much interest in the whole ordeal.

This weekend we went to our neighbors art show. She is a potter, and a great one at that. I came home with a few of her creations. We are enjoying Savannah very much, but we are looking forward to spending Christmas at home.

Macarons

On this brisk December day Broc took his gals out on the town. We walked around Savannah in our light jackets, while others were bundled for a snow storm. I happened to spot a french restaurant, Papillote where they make fresh macarons daily. I couldn't resist the sweet temptation, so we took a few home for an after lunch treat. Broc decided he doesn't like pretentious french cookies, Piper wasn't quite sure, but I didn't mind... more for me. These are quite possibly the prettiest little cookies I have ever eaten.

Thanksgiving

We spent Thanksgiving with some of my family. Most of my relatives are originally from Michigan, but many of them have made their way to the south for one reason or another. It is not very often that we have the opportunity to see them, so it was a was very thankful day indeed.

I know this is a wee bit late, but here are a few of the many things that I am thankful for:

1. parents and siblings who care for us

2. a happy childhood

3. my once again pregnant sister (congratulations by the way)

4. a husband who loves me

5. Piper, who has brought us so much Joy

6. good friends

7. a roof over our heads

8. food on our table

9. a great place to live and explore

10. God, who loves more greatly then I can fathom

Thank you Lord for all of these

Forsyth Park

On our way home from church Sunday, we passed Forsyth Park. A few families had spread out blankets on the grass and played picnic, while others came to let their dogs or kids loose to run freely. This morning Piper and I jumped in the car for a whole 3 minute drive to Forsyth. It is a beautiful park indeed. 30 acres of green grass, playgrounds, a cafe (where they serve ice cream!) and of course history, as it was created in the 1840's.

Confederate Memorial Statue

Piper trying to climb the Confederate Memorial Statue and get me arrested.

Francis S. Bartow

Forsyth Park Fountain

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Piper is anticipating giving someone a tour. She continues to tell us, "this is the shower... here is the refrigerator... that is a light." It's good word practice I suppose, but it's getting old. I know a window when I see a window kid, heck I told you that was a window.

Front Door

I am crazy about the colors, perhaps because the're slightly off and not quite matching.

Dining Room

also called the Sunny Room

We actually eat together in here, breakfast even. The amount of light that comes in is so refreshing.

Playroom

Soon to be my craft room as well. It's nice and big with loads of natural light.

With Piper's play things in the same space, I'll be forced to clean up after myself, which is actually a good thing. I Can't wait to make some things.