Another year is almost gone, can you believe it is DECEMBER?! I can’t. I would normally post my November family favorites today, but that can wait until tomorrow! I just want to catch everyone up on what we’ve been up to. I decided not to blog at all last week, since I was off work Thursday & Friday for the Thanksgiving holiday, and I figured I could use the first three days to get some holiday shopping done. (Especially since I was working a split shift at work, go in at noon, leave at 9) Well, on Monday the Ferguson grand jury report was released… and I am glad I decided to take a week off blogging BEFORE that happened, because I wouldn’t have had a choice anyway. We had sent one of our reporters to Missouri, and lets just say I left waaaaaaaay after 9pm for the week!
I was so exhausted and relieved to get to Thursday! I treated myself to a blowout at Just Air, which is ALWAYS worth it. (I need to do that more often!) Then we were off to my brother-in-law’s house, since they host Thanksgiving. It was a great night, even though Miss Mila was a serious grouch, since we had to wake her from her nap to leave. Every year, we set up our camera on the tripod, and since we have a remote clicker… we can get the WHOLE family in for a picture. It’s the best. Donnie and I bring our camera and tripod to a lot of big parties/events to do this, and the pictures always turn out awesome!
On Friday, we just relaxed. We went to Home Depot to pick up our Christmas tree.. and Donnie had to go into the store for a few things… BIG mistake. They had these GIANT bears there for Black Friday. As soon as we spotted them, the kids and I ran over and picked out our new bear. Donnie tried to stop us, but it was 3 against 1. Best 30 bucks I’ve ever spent. Friday night we made cookies, played Christmas music, and decorated the tree. It was perfect!
On Saturday, the boys went camping for a night, so Mila and I were on our own. We played outside, went to Trader Joe’s, and did laundry. I loved it. On Sunday my men came home and we went out to lunch so I could hear all about their very first camping adventure. It was a wonderful 4 days off.
I hope everyone had a fantastic Thanksgiving! Now the whirlwind known as December is here… enjoy the ride!
This year DOES feel like it's just whizzing on by! Crazy.
We have a bear like that, too! Seriously, not only can my kid play with it, but that thing makes a really great pillow to lay on during movie night at our house! 🙂
Yes! We have been lounging around on it all weekend! I think I had to get it since I ALWAYS wanted one as a kid.. 😉
I love that teddy bear! I remember having a giant stuffed animal when I was a kid too! December is going to be busy. It's only the 1st and it already feels like there is so much to do.
I know.. and I have TWO weddings this month! I hope you have a wonderful week!
I can't believe it's December either! This year has totally flown by! Someone told me, the days are long, but the months are short.
That is so true! But I really feel like it was just yesterday that I was planning my daughters 1st birthday, and that was in Feb!
I can't believe it's already DECEMBER!!! This is such a fun time of year, but also very stressful:/
I feel you with the stress, I am really trying to plan my month out, so I don't get too stressed out. (we will see how that goes! ha!)
The family picture rocked! Hoping to keep December somewhat quiet and calm around here… we'll see!
Good luck with that one! 😉 I know I am in for crazy town, but I am ready for it! (I think…)
Now that's a teddy bear! Beautiful family!
Right?? And for 30 dollars, I couldnt leave it behind! I hope you have a fantastic week!
So hard to believe it's already december. This year has absolutely flown by!!! Sounds like you had a great log weekend! Thanks for sharing it with us! Love the pictures!
Thanks for stopping over! 😉
This year has gone by so fast it's crazy!! I love the bear! My aunt bought a giant moose at Costco a few years ago, now we all fight over who gets to take a nap with him. I got first dibs for awhile when i was pregnant. Ha!
Yes, it has become our lounger bear. I;m so glad I didnt let my husband talk me out of it!
Happy December! It sounds like you had a wonderful start to the holiday season!
Thanks, yes.. so far so good! ha! I hope you are having a wonderful week.
the year has FLOWN
I know, its is really crazy! I hope you are having a great week, so far! 🙂
Love this time of year! And awesome bear…we have a very similar one, just wish it was at that price!
I know! 30 dollars!! I couldnt resist. Thanks for stopping by! 😉
All the picture taking we took and we missed the big group one! I'm jealous. Sounds like you all had a great holiday!
A giant group pic is a MUST. The little repote thing that came with our camera is the best thing ever. It is so much fun looking back on those pics.
I can't believe you got that bear! You must have a huge house! My kids wanted one too – hell to the no! You are an awesome mama!
hahaha.. My husband REALLY tried to talk me out of it, but I ALWAYS wanted one as a kid… so I think I may have wanted it more than the kids!
lol omg!! I saw that bear at Costco a few weeks ago! That's sooo awesome!! Now I really really want to go back and get it! haha
Oh my gosh–that bear is amazing!! hahaha! We once won a pig the size of texas at the state fair and were stuck with it for like a year. We live in CA where space is VERY limited. It was awful trying to clean up around that pig or VACUUM!! One day I trucked that pig out to the dumpster and I don't think Haydan ever noticed. lol
HAHAHA My husband BEGGED me not to get it. I'm a bad listener. 😉
Sounds fantastic!! That bear is awesome 🙂 Your Friday= Perfection!
XOXO
We love it, he is perfect for lounging around and has become Mila's favorite afternoon naptime snuggler. 🙂