Miscellany Monday

It's Monday and our family is celebrating Christmas today.  Our daughter and little Clancy did not arrive until last evening so we are running a day behind the calendar.  But, hey, that's alright, sometimes you just have to do what you have to do.  So, for now, let's be random with Carissa. 

Christmas Eve........

We enjoyed Christmas Eve with my Dad and Step-Mom.  They came over mid-afternoon and Hubby grilled steaks.  Daddy felt good and seemed to really enjoy his time celebrating.  It makes my heart happy to see that big smile on his face.  And, doesn't he make a cute Santa?  
  

 Cake Balls............

Can I just tell you that these little fellas were mighty good.  My step-sister gave these to us the other day and oh, my goodness!  Some are chocolate, some are vanilla and some are strawberry.  I'm thinking that the creator of cake balls had a very good idea!

Christmas at The LeGrand.......

Daddy enjoying the Christmas program

 The name of the facility were my Dad resides is The LeGrand.  They had their Christmas party for the residents last Thursday and

a group of ladies that had performed in the Christmas show at our local theater came and sang to the residents.  In the play they were known as The Taffeta's. They are such fun and everyone enjoyed their program so much.  Aren't they the cutest!

  

My Sister.............

 

Well, I don't really have a sister, but this is my step sister. I don't like the word "step" but whatever, she is a swell gal and  

yes, she was one of the Taffeta's.  She can sing like a bird, make beautiful jewelry, grows a mean garden and is a great cook.  So, what's not to like about her?  And, don't you think we'd pass for "blood sisters?"


Extreme Couponer..........
 

I'm telling you that this gal, one of Hubby's office staff, knows how to use coupon's to the "inth" degree.  She filled a basket for each of the other 3 staff for Christmas and didn't pay a red cent for any item in them.  Now, let me tell you, there was some mighty fine "stuff" in those baskets and the staff was plum "tickled pink" over them.  We are all amazed at Jonette's coupon stories and we all admire her tenacity.  In our book, she is the "Couponing Queen."

I may miss visiting around this week, but I'll be busy making memories with my family.  Wishing you all a beautiful end to this year.  Love you girlies!