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Happy Holidays!
Wishing you all a Merry Christmas and a wonderful holiday week of fun and relaxing! Yesterday I took Diana and my grand-daughters into San Francisco to see the Nutcracker Ballet. We rode Bart and then walked a few blocks to an area they call “The Plaza”. It’s a beautiful area and it was filled with children dressed in suits and taffeta dresses, all going to the War Memorial Opera House. The children were a sight to see and the ballet was a magical way to start the holidays! Today I’ll finish some shopping and then I look forward to a weekend of relaxing, catching up on television shows, and maybe even…
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Moochers
I was going through pictures today and I found some of Moochers my cat. Moochers, I can’t believe we named her that, the poor cat. She was such a frail thing when she found us, and the name didn’t fit at all. But there we were in the vet’s office and they asked me her name. Moochers was all that came to mind, so Moochers it was. I think that’s why she’s giving me this look. She just can’t believe I named her that! Over time the name grew to fit her. Or, maybe she grew to fit the name? Hummm… Now she’s a “huge” part of our family and I dare say she’s…
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Thankful
It’s that time of year again. Thanksgiving, a day to give thanks for family, friends, and all the people who enrich our lives. I love Thanksgiving, I love the tradition and I love cooking the feast. I’m thankful that across the world my family in Germany enjoyed the same traditional food on their table. Lily will grow up to know the tradition even if she doesn’t get the day off from school. I hope all of you are ready for turkey day and the start of the holiday season. The holidays get crazier every year, but I hope you can find some time to relax and enjoy the days. Happy Thanksgiving everyone! Hugs,…
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working behind the scenes
Last night while you were sleeping we launched our new website. As with anything new, it may take us a few days to work out any glitches, but I’m hoping we don’t have any! We’ve tested it, and then tested it again, and like a mother pushing a bird out of the nest, last night I said to let it go. Here’s a few exciting things about our new site: See those little plus signs next to Patterns, Fabrics, Threads & Embellishments in the picture above? If you click on them you’ll find a drop down box with selections. PDF patterns: Yes we’re trying them out! We’ve started with…
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If you’re out and about
If you’re out and about this holiday season and you pass a Williams Sonoma store, turnaround and go back. You’re in for a treat. Every year I recommend their Hot Chocolate (I make mine with milk). It’s a treat that happens once a year, and it makes the season special. This year they’ve added more to this special tradition! I just bought packages of marshmallow snowmen to serve with the hot chocolate. Can you believe how cute these are? I’m sending two of these packages to my Lily in Germany. She’s going to love these! Marshmallows anyone? Thank you Williams Sonoma for making Christmas fun! My whole family will…
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Acorns and Roses
Two weeks before Thanksgiving and in California we have acorns falling and roses blooming. Feels normal for November. I set off for the farmer’s market this morning with my camera in hand. Our Farmer’s Market is open for one more weekend believe it or not. There’s one more photo I took today… I’m making receiving blankets and burp cloths for my new granddaughter who’s due to arrive in February. Lily will have a new little sister soon! Back soon, Anne
