Tag Archives: Christmas

Paws || Walk On – 12.14 – 12.27

Posted on December 21, 2014 by gracieed

Every now and then when I’m walking dogs, I will just stop, ask them to sit for about 30 seconds and then I will say “walk on”. That is there cue to start walking again. I do this for a … Continue reading →

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Saturday Snippets | December 20, 2014

Posted on December 20, 2014 by gracieed

Welcome to Saturday Snippets.  This is where I share links and odd bits of info from the past week. 1. I think my favorite is the bulldog with the flask. 2.  This article convicted me. 3.  My 2014 word was … Continue reading →

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The Christmas decorating is done.

Posted on December 18, 2014 by gracieed

I finally finished decorating for Christmas.  Here are some snapshots of our merriment. Our Christmas decorating centers around our wall tree.  It’s made of seven branches that I found in our backyard, painted white and cut in decreasing lengths.  Each … Continue reading →

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The Art of Giving and Receiving Gifts {Part 2}

Posted on December 17, 2014 by gracieed

Yesterday I talked about giving gifts.  Today I want to switch over to the receiving of gifts. I can think of several people in my life who I would describe as “really good receiver’s of gifts”.  They’re always appreciative, express … Continue reading →

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The Art of Giving and Receiving Gifts {Part 1}

Posted on December 16, 2014 by gracieed

I’ve been thinking a lot about gifts lately.  Mostly because it’s Christmas and I’m buying/making gifts, but also because I made one of my Quest46 goals all about gift giving.  #11 is “Send two ‘thinking of you gifts’ every month.”  … Continue reading →

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Paws || Walk On – 12.7 – 12.20

Posted on December 14, 2014 by gracieed

Every now and then when I’m walking dogs, I will just stop, ask them to sit for about 30 seconds and then I will say “walk on”. That is there cue to start walking again. I do this for a … Continue reading →

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Reversible Christmas Apron – Free Tutorial

Posted on December 12, 2014 by gracieed

I don’t know about you, but I find aprons invaluable.  Whether it’s while I’m cooking (although I usually forget to wear one) or while I’m crafting, an apron comes in handy for protecting clothes from spills and splashes. Mike, my … Continue reading →

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Advent Calendar for my Dogs

Posted on December 9, 2014 by gracieed

I know it’s the 9th of December and I’m just getting around to putting up the dogs Advent Calendar, but I figure better late than never.  (Little disclaimer:  We don’t have kids and don’t eat sugar so the chocolate and … Continue reading →

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Paws || Walk On – 11.30 – 12.13

Posted on December 7, 2014 by gracieed

Every now and then when I’m walking dogs, I will just stop, ask them to sit for about 30 seconds and then I will say “walk on”. That is there cue to start walking again. I do this for a … Continue reading →

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And the Grand Give-away Winner is… {30 Days of Christmas Ornaments}

Posted on December 1, 2014 by gracieed

I want to thank everyone who has taken part in the {30 Days of Christmas Ornaments} Give-away.  It’s been so much fun reading your responses, awarding the mini give-aways and connecting with the winners. So without any further adieu, it’s … Continue reading →

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