Paper, ribbon & tape

For Christmas I gave several members of my family 12x12 tiles with a quote on them. When wrapping them I wanted each person to feel like they were getting something really special so I hand wrapped each tile differently. I loved how each of them turned out.

Gears 'n stuff

I recently took these pictures of what I believe was an old printing press. They are just random pictures of the gears and other mechanisms that I thought were unique.

Grab a shovel

We had a huge snow storm a week or so ago and I managed to get stuck in my car. I didn't get stuck in the snow, but rather got stuck up in the Millcreek area and soon found that the roads were too slick to drive down the hills. Luckily, Jon and I were going over to his Grandpa's house where Jon's car was at so we were able to take his car. I had to leave my car overnight and this is what we found the next day when we went to retrieve my car.

Yes, Virginia, There is a Santa Claus

Haha if only that were true. I would not be worrying about how I am going to find the time to pick up those last few Christmas gifts I still need. I am jealous of all of you that have been able to complete your shopping before now.

As I always seem to be saying lately - this is the story of my life. :)

The treetops glistened

This post is quick and simple. Just a couple of pictures of the trees around my house after Tuesday's storm.

Leaves

The weather last night says it's supposed to snow today, Thursday, Saturday & Sunday, so this picture seemed fitting as a reminder of the wonderful *extended* fall we had this year.

Birthday and Pecan Pie

Sunday was my Dad's birthday, so I invited my parents over for dinner. I made thanksgiving dinner for us complete with pumpkin and pecan pies. The pecan pie was for my dad - it's his favorite! It was a nice change to have them over and to cook for them.