Zero Calories...

It sure is a lucky thing for me... that sweetness like this is non-caloric.

Otherwise... I'd be in Big, Big Trouble!!

This Boy is such a hoot to be around. We love him so very much and can hardly believe how much he's growing by leaps and bounds. He still isn't talking all that well, but we're working on it daily and are definitely making slow but sure progress. We're looking forward to the chatterbox stage - yet dreading it at the same time... And although the speech is slow in coming - the giggles and laughter are Never Ever in short supply!!

And who could ever resist a mug this adorable all

gussied up in these heartbreakingly Suuwwweeeet PJ's

Gama Wilson made for Christmas... too cute for words.

New Candle Website...

Alrighty... So as many of you know I love these candles! I always have them burning at my house and I've been giving them as gifts for years now. The P really, really Loves'em! I had always been a customer until our last move, when I decided to become a distributor and offer them myself. It's really been a lot of fun and doesn't involve much effort - the candles are so amazing they sell themselves. Most of you who order from me usually send an email or call me - but to help make the process easier for you I've recently set up a website so you can place your orders directly online! Super easy & better still for smaller orders ($75 & under) you'll only pay $5.95 for shipping instead of the usual $10! You can also view the most recent catalog online now... which is totally cool! Simply select the "Shop by Catalog" button on the right and once redirected just click on the catalog image. Nice!

In my opinion these truly are superior to any other product I've ever used and I know you'll love and appreciate their amazing quality, breathtaking fragrances and reasonable prices. They burn cleanly, evenly and throw more scent than any other brand I've tried... and trust me ---
I've tried them all :)

If you have any questions don't hesitate to drop me a line. To visit my website just click on the following link:

Thanks so Much!

Where O' Where....

Does the time go???

We can hardly believe that our little Nuthead

will be THREE in just ONE month!!

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Thursday Thirteen # 6.... Winter Blues

I really, really - We're talking Seriously - Despise winter. I hate the cold, the snow and the dreary overcast skies.
Sooo... with that in mind... here are 13 things that make this time of year bearable for me.

1) Hot Chocolate... preferably by the gallon.
2) Crushed peppermints for your Hot Chocolate - I grind mine in the food processor.
3) My Cocoa-Latte Maker - It's totally awesome & was a gift from my sweetie. Creates a wonderfully frothy head & is terrific for Cocoa, Chai or Coffee concoctions. Really... One of the few appliances I simply couldn't live without :)
4) Hot Tea... an equal contender for me... Either Oregon Chai or for traditional bags: Constant Comment or English Breakfast.
5) Clementines... December & January are the IN season for these sweet treats.
6) Books... for my own enjoyment or to read with my dear little H-Man.
7) Quilts, quilts & still more quilts... loads of them piled high, one for every available chair.
8) Cozy Fires
9) Warm & Cuddly Pets... We have three Dogs AND three Cats - our laps are never cold :)
10) Scented Candles... Nothing beats wonderfully scented rooms when you can't open the windows.
11) Unlimited Long Distance... Great for catching up with friends & family on cold nights.
12) Extra Bird & Squirrel Feeders - keeping the views lively on cold days.
13) Family... Nothing warms you up like hugs and laughter from those you love.

How about you? What gets you through the cold months...

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Forgetta Boutit...

This little cheeseball cracks us up...

what a hambone!

Daily meals are always fun at our house. H-Man is a really terrific eater for starters... so meals aren't too terribly stressful. Unlike me, lil' H likes a lot of variety (I could eat the same thing everyday and not care) if you put something new on his plate it's usually the very first thing he tackles. Just about the only thing I've found that he won't eat is pineapple (and honestly, who can blame him)... he also doesn't seem too interested in meat with the exception of an occasional hot dog or slab of Bologna - which I'm not quite sure either even truly qualify as meat. But, Let's just not even go there... Ick. I often times feel sorta stalemated on what to offer up to keep things lively - so if you've got any fun, interesting or different ideas for kids meals I'd sure love to hear 'em.

H-Man loves PBJ sandwiches... as long as they're open face... most of the time he simply eats all the PB&J and leaves the bread. Which is what he's doing here and since I'm in the background spouting "Eat. The. Bread." he's finding the situation completely hysterical and wildly amusing himself with such said antics.

Ooohhh.... Mister Funny Man.

Our Snow Day...

Here's what we woke up to this morning...
It's by far the most snow we've seen since we've lived in PA, they're saying between 6-8 inches today. Now, granted this ain't shit compared to what we've lived with in the past... but it's still a hell of a lot more than we'd really care to see.



Sooo... while we're longing for warmer climates we're busy scarfing down loads of hot chocolate... hopefully it's warmer where you are :)

Name That Tune...

Hey... Make sure you stop by the Tin Can Blog and play along with the little musical guessing game I've got going on over there... see if you can recognize any tunes :)

Ain't No Sunshine When He's Gone...

Christmas break is over and The Dad has gone away...
Back to work where he spends the whole goshdarn day.
Our mornings aren't as bright, now that he's gone...
Without our Papa here at home to play.
Mine & the H-Man's afternoons seem so very long...

Christmas was really terrific at our house, yet again this year. The P & I do so love having our little guy share in the splendor of the holiday with us. Santa (just like always) was extremely good to everyone. H-Man got loads of hip shit... but Boy, lemme tell ya - Nothing really came close to capturing his love and affection like his beloved Train Table. Wow... the hours already spent at this play destination is really quite staggering.

Major Score!!!