Send our veterans a card via this wonderful link ~ http://www.letssaythanks.com/ThankYou.aspx
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Chuckle time ~ don't you just love the wee ones when they do something for the first time ....
And the final touches ... so seriously trying to be neat!
This vintage silhouette is (1) of a mere few that I kept, the other 600+ went to auction. I just couldn't bear to part with it.
Everytime I look at it, it brings back the memories of youth when Mother would tell us 'Santa is checking that list, you'd better be good .....'
This tree we had made special for Joshua's Civil War themed bedroom. It has a true Americana theme ... what young fella wouldn't love it. We leave it up all year in his room. Lights on ....
Chuckle time ~ don't you just love the wee ones when they do something for the first time ....This is Joshua's first baking experience for Christmas in 1993. We get so tickled as memories flood of that disastrous day in the kitchen ... we had flour, dough & sprinkles everywhere ... he wore as much flour as the recipe called for ... what fun we had.
Just gotta LICK that good stuff ... no wasting here!
Look Mini, I baked!
Isn't that ecstasy ... look at those eyes, he's in heaven!
And the final touches ... so seriously trying to be neat!MERRY CHRISTMAS & loving fun memories to you & your wee ones.
PS Please pray for little Andrew & his family, he passed away.
http://bellamella-melanie.blogspot.com
OH MARYDON,
ReplyDeleteWHAT A BITTERSWEET POST. LOVE THE BAKING SESSION. BUT SO SAD TO HEAR THE NEWS AT THE END. WILL PRAY FOR ANDREW AND HIS FAMILY. WHEN YOU HAVE A CHANCE, HOP ON OVER TO MY BLOG. I AM HAVING A GIVE AWAY STARTING FRIDAY. SPREAD THE WORD. HUGS TO YOU, LOVE YOUR HOLIDAY DISPLAY, I WAS READING ON YOUR OLD BLOG. TAKE CARE- HEATHER
My first time here.... what a sweet blog. Thank you for sharing the veterans info. I will send a card and pass the info on.
ReplyDeleteMerry Christmas!
I'm hosting a nice giveaway...come on over. :)
A very sweet post.So sorry to hear about Andrew.
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Oh my, that is the cutest child! And I loved your Santa. blessings, marlene
ReplyDeleteWell, hello there, I had to come and take a peek and see who the cute women was that commented on my blog. What a charming lady you are. I love your grandson making cookies. I hope your Christmas fills you with all of the greatest blessing of life.
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Oooh, thank you for remembering our veterans and fighting heroes, sugar!
ReplyDeleteBe sure and come by tomorrow for the white, pink and roses Christmas tree, chick...
Going to go send a thank you to our vets now....
xoxo,
Connie
Love the photos of Joshua baking cookies. So cute!!
ReplyDeleteSoo sweet Marydon,
ReplyDeleteThat is soo like yesterday in my home, and the mess after .. Ooohhh my, took forever to clean up !! but the fun, what can EvEn beat that !! Your military tree is just awesome ~ You are my history buff you know ~ I learn soo much from you .. And Andrews family, I will lift them in prayer .. I can't Even imagine their pain .. terrible .. Please know I'm thinking of you, and hoping you are feeling better ..
God bless ~tea~xo
What a wonderful tribute to our men and women serving us and keeping us safe!
ReplyDeleteI'm so sorry to hear of Andrews passing. may he play forever in heaven!
Such a sweet post. Love the pictures of your wee baker and the flag tree is awesome.
ReplyDeleteLove the photos of Joshua baking. How sweet. My youngest has to always be right in the middle anytime I am cooking. She loves to stir.
ReplyDeleteI will keep Andrew and his family in my prayers. I could not imagine losing a child let alone at Christmas time. I hope they find the strength to get through this tough time.
Thanks so much for sharing the photos of Joshua and the lovely and very special Christmas tree. Heart and prayers are with Andrew's family.
ReplyDeleteLove the pictures of your little grandson making cookies! What wonderful memories he will have of cooking in the kitchen with Mini!
ReplyDeleteI am so sorry to hear about your friend's son. So tragic when a child dies.
What sweet memories are made with the wee ones when you bake. LOVE the facial expressions.
ReplyDeleteSorry to hear about Andrew.
That story is so sad. I will pray for Andrew family. I am not sure if Andrew died or his family. Either way, too sad. Blessings to you, Martha
ReplyDeleteLove seeing the memories of baking in the kitchen.. Love that sweet little face, just to cute..
ReplyDeleteI will keep Andrew and his family in my prayers...
Warm Wishes,
Stephenie
HOP ON OVER TO MY BLOG. DETAILS ARE UP FOR THE GIVE AWAY...GOOD LUCK! HUGS- HEATHER
ReplyDeleteIt looks like HE had lots of fun, but I don't envy the one that had to clean up the mess, LOL! They just love to be involved in everything at that age, they want to know, "What cha doin?"!
ReplyDeleteThank you for the link to let's say thanks. I went and sent a card and will probably do so again!
So happy I stopped by. Love these pictures you shared with us. Also the site to send our veterans a card.
ReplyDeleteHappy Holidays
Maggie
This is so adorable of Joshua. My grandsons and I love to bake cookies together.
ReplyDeleteSo sad about Andrew.
BTW, I love your new blog and header picture.
Cute photos..Prayers to Andrew's family.
ReplyDeleteThank you so much for stopping by my blog! I'm glad I found yours :)
ReplyDeleteSarah
Cute pictures of your grandson baking! I have been praying for Andrew's family. Very sad. Enjoy your day!
ReplyDeleteOh my goodness what a fantastic tree! I love it. Cute baking pictures, too. Just sweet and fun!
ReplyDeleteOur little ones are so precious to our ♥s. Your blog is so lovely and inspiring.
ReplyDeleteLove those sweet pics of Joshua. So cute for sure.
ReplyDeleteSorry to hear about little Andrew. Will keep the family in my prayers.
Good morning Marydon,
ReplyDeleteHow cute does Joshua look baking. So cute you just want to pinch his cheek :-) Such wonderful memories captured on film. Thank you for sharing your memories and also for sharing the Lets Say Thanks website address. Have a wonderful day. Until next time....Oh! By the way, I'm already a follower♥
Hugs and Kisses,
♥Ana
You struck me right in my heart with this one! This post evoked so many emotions!
ReplyDeletePrayers went up for Andrew and his loved ones this morning.
So sad!
ReplyDeleteThanks for that post!
Rosemary
Such sweet pictures of Joshua baking. The one with his eyes closed and hands on his cheeks is just too adorable!
ReplyDeleteI'll be praying for Andrew's family. So heartbreaking.
Thank you for remembering our vets! The photos of Joshua melt my heart, my favorite thing about Christmas are the wee ones...I just adore seeing the magic of it all through their eyes!
ReplyDeleteMy thoughts and prayers are with Andrew and his family...a big (((HUG))) to them! I'm off to get a tissue now, I'm bawling like a baby!!
Love and hugs,
Karyn
Thanks for becoming a Follower at Small Reflections. Today is my first opportunity to check out your blog. I enjoyed checking out several of your posts and listening to Josh Groban singing. Usually I have the sound off so I don't hear music, but I was working on musical links for my T13 this morning and didn't turn it off. I love the photos of Joshua baking ... what a QT! So sorry to learn about Andrew's passing. I'll include the family in my prayers. I look forward to returning as time permits.
ReplyDeleteHugs and blessings,
Oh, this is such a sweet, but very sad post. I'm so sorry. Andrew and his family will stay in my prayers and thoughts...so very heartbreaking. Hugs, Paulette
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