by Robin | Jan 2, 2009 | Food and Drink, Holidays, Personal
Most years of our decades-old marriage, we’ve rung in the new year circled around our dining room table encircled by friends; for some reason, this has never been a holiday we’ve celebrated with family. I suppose since most every other holiday is, for us,...
by Robin | Dec 24, 2008 | Christmas, Faith, Favorite things, Holidays, Personal, Religion, youtube ROCKS!
I interrupt my holiday baking–at the moment cinnamon rolls and a chocolate pound cake–to share some holiday cheer ~ When I was a child, Linus' monologue meant little to me; now, I fully appreciate its significance. I can't help but...
by Robin | Dec 15, 2008 | Christmas, Family Traditions, Favorite things, Holidays, Photos
Some of my Christmas favorites ~ I’ve had this tray longer than I’ve had my children; it’s been a part of Christmas for close to 20 years! I love Lisi Martin’s artwork. It’s exquisite and whimsical and rivals Mary Engelbreit for my...
by Robin | Dec 7, 2008 | Christmas, Faith, Holidays
I really, really wanna know if its message resonates with you in any way…and if so, your response. Source: Advent Conspiracy by way of The Mother Letter Project
by Robin | Nov 27, 2008 | Faith, Family, Family Traditions, Holidays, Personal, Thanksgiving
The table is set and ready, soon to be laden with laughter and love and our favorite holiday dishes. Three generations will celebrate in our home today, and I'm cognizant not everyone enjoys the luxury I do–truly to enjoy my family as friends. ...
by Robin | Feb 8, 2008 | Celebrations, Family, Family Traditions, Favorite things, Great ideas!, Holidays, Kids, Mom stuff, Party, Personal, Photos, Surcies, Sursees, Cercies, TREATS!, Valentine Tea, Valentine's Day
Thirteen years ago, my mother-in-law timidly asked me if I’d be interested in hosting a mother-daughter Valentine tea party for my then three-year-old daughter, her first grandchild. After giving birth to four sons, she was delighted, finally, to have a little...