December Blizzard

Well snow sure does seem to be the theme for Minnesota already this winter. This doesn't surprise me. I know from living in the Midwest for close to 15 years now that this is a regular occurrence, but yet us Minnesotans always complain about it; especially the first snow fall. The town we live in seems to be in a bubble (usually). The forecast will be ten to fifteen inches of snow and we never seem to get it, but everyone else does around us. Although, on occasion they are correct and the storm that started last night sure met up to the forecast!

Z and I have been enjoying the blizzard from the view of our comfortable and warm home. We have not gotten the shovels out quite yet. We thought we would wait until tomorrow once the storm passes. We will see how that goes. I must say I thought we should be out there taking turns shoveling so we don't get stuck but I liked the idea too much of baking and cleaning today.

Today was great not to be on a timeline. We had nowhere to be, and no plans so I actually could take my time in cleaning. As I was walking around the house I see the few decorations that we have for Christmas. There are few decorations because we have only been married for a year and a half and just moved from an apartment to a home. There is a theme among these decorations... SNOW!

I have a mug that says, "Let it Snow," and it is my ring tone on my phone. Wow... did I ask for this storm to come by hanging these seasonal items in my home? I guess if the winter continues as it has been with the snow I will think twice before I hang these next year.

As I a rambling on, I am so thankful for the home that we have and that I have shelter over my head and food in my belly. God is so good in providing, and he is ever present in our home and by his beauty of this storm.

Snow Shoveling

Well, with becoming home owners in Minnesota you have to start thinking about snow removal when winter comes around because it is the longest season here! Because we are new home owners and young... we currently are living on a budget. Although we probably could buy a snow blower we decided against it for this year. Besides, every new home owners should have to shovel at least one season to truly appreciate the purchase of a snow blower. Now, this picture only shows my wonderful husband, but believe me... it was a team effort. I was there too! He might not admit it, but I was there too!

Happy winter everyone.

Christmas Time

I will be honest, Thanksgiving was a difficult holiday, but man... there is still so much to be thankful for even though we as a family are grieving the loss of Sam. I have done some baking, and there is more to come, but here are just a few shots of the holidays in our home. We are looking forward to having people over and hosting Christmas at our house this year. It will be fun to celebrate our new home by filling it with the people we love the most.