I'm Feelin' Merry

Why?  You ask. 

Well, because my tree is looking better...

 

and, because I am off tomorrow (just like last year) to find some gifts to put under it.

 

These little green baubles were an early treat for me :)

Decorating

It is starting to look a bit more festive around here.  I am not one of those "decorate the day after Thanksgiving (or before)" kind of people.  I know this sounds Scroogie but I have a really low level of tolerance for clutter.  Usually by December 26th, I am ready to sweep every decoration off of every surface and cram them back into their boxes. If I wait until mid-December I can really enjoy it without getting overstimulated.

So, the girls and I have been doing festive little projects here and there (between exhilarating games of Bananagrams and hallway bowling).

 

This year, I am feeling a little "Old World/Homespun/Tartan plaid" when it comes to decorating.  Last year we did the bright and crazy pink tinsel stuff.  Every year is different.  I love changing it up.

 

This little stringing party lasted a couple of hours yesterday. I consider it a success despite the squirts of cranberry juice on clothing, and frequent consumption of the crafty medium (aka. Cheerios).

The girls really wanted to decorate the tree.  I let them.  You should see it.  Too painful to photograph.  There are no decorations on the top 1/3 of the tree, and the remaining ornaments are clumped together in akward groups down below.  It was just killing me to leave it as it was.  I struck a deal with them, however. Let me decorate the tree, and I'll clean your room for you and string some lights up above your bed. 

Sold.

 

 

 

Bedtime was a bit more magical tonight.  Here's to re-decorating the tree while they are sleeping soundly!

Prayer of Thanksgiving

Lord, you are the Creator and abundant Giver of all good things.  You have outstretched your hand to me, the lowliest of sinners.

 

I will never merit your grace and mercy. Your favor towards me is undeserved. You are altogether holy, and lovely.  If it not for Christ's sacrifice on my behalf, I could never stand in your presence.

 

Thank you Father for your provision.  Thank you Jesus for your friendship.  Thank you Spirit for your fellowship. I praise You and am humbled by your graciousness to me this day and all others. Amen.

Happy Thanksgiving to All!!