Monthly Archives: November 2012

Christmas Stocking Update

Here is where I was in October: Here is November: Praying for a miracle but the reality is we are getting down to the wire for Christmas sewing.  So I fear this stocking is going to take a back seat.  … Continue reading

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Projects on deck

Did you have a wonderful Thanksgiving? Did you attempt anything new? I tried out a lattice top for my apple pie that I thought turned out pretty good.  We also attempted a coconut cream pie that was delicious!  Sadly I … Continue reading

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Lazy Man Sloppy Joe’s

Here is another regular favorite at our house.  This is one of the meals I remember my dad making on the rare occasion when he cooked.   It is quick and easy and the munchkins love it.  I also love that … Continue reading

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Pink Shoes

I had a baby shower to attend a few weeks ago so I whipped up a little pair of shoes. I went with pink this time so I could use these adorable buttons I have had in the stash waiting … Continue reading

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What’s for dinner?

How about sloppy Joes? This was the main dish Purplelicous chose for her big event.  It’s a great meal for large groups or for a small family.  It freezes beautifully as well. Brown: 1 pound hamburger Add:  1 TBS sugar … Continue reading

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It’s great . . .

Last week we had the opportunity to celebrate Purplicious’ baptism.  We decided to throw a little luncheon/party following the ordinance.  It was great to have a chance to visit with  all the family who took time to come! We went … Continue reading

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Halloween

I know everyone else in the world has moved on to Thanksgiving but around here we are still slowly packing up Halloween!  I could move on until I posted a couple of pictures of my cute jack -o – lantern … Continue reading

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Stocking update

Here is the Christmas stocking update.  The progress didn’t live up to my goal but considering all that has been going on I am going to be happy any progress was made at all 🙂 This is where we were … Continue reading

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