It was rather misty when Nicky and I took our walk this morning but cleared up nicely and got into the upper 40s so a good day overall.
I made the sauce for the lasagna today. Am so looking forward to Christmas dinner.
I went to Bart and Barb's for supper tonight. I know people don't use the word supper much any more, but that is what we had, not a big meal, just a nice light supper and an evening WITH people.
Tomorrow evening we will be at Adam and Lexie's for a Christmas Eve Santa Exchange. Should be fun.
Dia Dhuit
Mary
Friday, December 23, 2016
Thursday, December 22, 2016
A whole day at home.
I baked my Mom's famous Christmas Wreath stollan today. Boy is it good. Mine are not as pretty as Mom's but you can't beat the taste.
Leah came this evening to clean the house for Christmas too, so I am getting there. Tomorrow I will make the sauce for the lasagna. That will give it a good time for the flavors to meld together.
Barb and I decided that we will be eating between 1 and 2 on Christmas. We both will be home from church between 11:30 and 12 so that will work out well. Sure hope the weather stays warm. There are supposed to be storms but I hope that won't hinder out travelers.
Anyway, only two more days.
Dia Dhuit
Mary
I baked my Mom's famous Christmas Wreath stollan today. Boy is it good. Mine are not as pretty as Mom's but you can't beat the taste.
Leah came this evening to clean the house for Christmas too, so I am getting there. Tomorrow I will make the sauce for the lasagna. That will give it a good time for the flavors to meld together.
Barb and I decided that we will be eating between 1 and 2 on Christmas. We both will be home from church between 11:30 and 12 so that will work out well. Sure hope the weather stays warm. There are supposed to be storms but I hope that won't hinder out travelers.
Anyway, only two more days.
Dia Dhuit
Mary
Tuesday, December 20, 2016
Things have warmed up considerably, but I am still cold. I am sure it has something to do with the joint aches.
I made my Lizzies today. This is, for those of you who do not know, a cookie that Mother made that is my favorite. It is almost like a fruitcake cookie and So good. You start by soaking raisins in whisky so if one doesn't like whisky , it probably isn't for you. But I love them and will share.
I also have pretty much finished my Christmas Cards. If you don't get one from me, please don't think that I don't love you:) I just missed. I have a call in to one friend who I seem to have lost his address. I don't usually send cards to people that I will see. This goes back to my ex mother in law Lily Johnston. That was her plan and I like it.
I do write a Christmas Poem every year and try to share it with everybody. If you did not get it, let me know.
Dia Dhuit
Mry
I made my Lizzies today. This is, for those of you who do not know, a cookie that Mother made that is my favorite. It is almost like a fruitcake cookie and So good. You start by soaking raisins in whisky so if one doesn't like whisky , it probably isn't for you. But I love them and will share.
I also have pretty much finished my Christmas Cards. If you don't get one from me, please don't think that I don't love you:) I just missed. I have a call in to one friend who I seem to have lost his address. I don't usually send cards to people that I will see. This goes back to my ex mother in law Lily Johnston. That was her plan and I like it.
I do write a Christmas Poem every year and try to share it with everybody. If you did not get it, let me know.
Dia Dhuit
Mry
Monday, December 19, 2016
Another COLD day, though it did get up in to the low 30s here. However, we are moving into the 50s and 60s between now and Christmas. As a matter of fact it is supposed to be in the 60s on Christmas. Chance of storms but no ice or snow storms or extreme cold. SO I am so looking forward to our Jim and Michelle being here for the Christmas Lasagna:)
Everybody should have gotten their cheese today. I got my order (which includes Bart and Barb's if they read this) I also received presents from Bret and Janett and from Richard and Brenda which I will not open the wrapped things until Christmas. (Love the shawl, Bret and Janett).
I saw Dr. Toy today and he says I am "Healed". That means that I should schedule as I feel out of sync and do not need a weekly appointment. Good.
Spent the morning doing Christmas Cards. Still have a small group but feel that I really made headway. My dear ex mother in law Lily had the theory that if you saw someone, you did not need to send a card. You could personally wish that Merry Christmas. I like that theory.
Got a call from my Vikki today. Wish I could spend a bit of time with her. Now that Rhonda has passed, she feels so alone. I am so happy that her son and daughter are so close to her and she has beautiful grandchildren that she dotes on.
Also talked to my Suzi, my niece through Dick Kunert. She and I want to go to Wales together. I needed some "facts' from her and wanted to hear her voice. Am I blessed or WHAT to have all these nieces and relatives all over the place that LIKE me.
Dia Dhuit
Mary
Everybody should have gotten their cheese today. I got my order (which includes Bart and Barb's if they read this) I also received presents from Bret and Janett and from Richard and Brenda which I will not open the wrapped things until Christmas. (Love the shawl, Bret and Janett).
I saw Dr. Toy today and he says I am "Healed". That means that I should schedule as I feel out of sync and do not need a weekly appointment. Good.
Spent the morning doing Christmas Cards. Still have a small group but feel that I really made headway. My dear ex mother in law Lily had the theory that if you saw someone, you did not need to send a card. You could personally wish that Merry Christmas. I like that theory.
Got a call from my Vikki today. Wish I could spend a bit of time with her. Now that Rhonda has passed, she feels so alone. I am so happy that her son and daughter are so close to her and she has beautiful grandchildren that she dotes on.
Also talked to my Suzi, my niece through Dick Kunert. She and I want to go to Wales together. I needed some "facts' from her and wanted to hear her voice. Am I blessed or WHAT to have all these nieces and relatives all over the place that LIKE me.
Dia Dhuit
Mary
Sunday, December 18, 2016
Hi Everybody.
I had a communication problem yesterday, but, after talking to Richard and Brenda, have it all resolved again.
My friends, Joan and Richard Kramer, were here yesterday. Joan is a member of my CWI group. I do miss my friends in Wisconsin. Joan did a reflexology treatment for me which has me so relaxed AND I have the prettiest feet in the world.
We went to the Museum of the Great Plains and then out to dinner. It was an altogether wonderful day. We had the BEST visit. They are on their way to Arizona for a vacation. I will miss them, even after only one day.
Today, I went to Mass in the morning and then spent the rest of the day just regrouping.
A relatively quiet week ahead. So I can get ready for the busy Christmas weekend.
Bless you all. Pray for safe travel for my friends.
Dia Dhuit
Mary
I had a communication problem yesterday, but, after talking to Richard and Brenda, have it all resolved again.
My friends, Joan and Richard Kramer, were here yesterday. Joan is a member of my CWI group. I do miss my friends in Wisconsin. Joan did a reflexology treatment for me which has me so relaxed AND I have the prettiest feet in the world.
We went to the Museum of the Great Plains and then out to dinner. It was an altogether wonderful day. We had the BEST visit. They are on their way to Arizona for a vacation. I will miss them, even after only one day.
Today, I went to Mass in the morning and then spent the rest of the day just regrouping.
A relatively quiet week ahead. So I can get ready for the busy Christmas weekend.
Bless you all. Pray for safe travel for my friends.
Dia Dhuit
Mary
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