Christmastime is here (still)

Further evidence:

I have also made oreo truffles and Andes mint cookies. And almond bark peanut butter preztels. And I did a cookie exchange with my sisters and mom so I have an entire freezer full of sugary sweets. I may have to host a get-together just to make use of all the goodies. I still don't have a blogging mindset back, so until later...

Christmastime is here

First piece of evidence:

ETA: Dove chocolates do NOT go as far as kisses. There are only 35 in a bag- pricey cookies, but worth the indulgence. :)

My Thanks

I've been trying to figure out my Thanksgiving post- it's been hard. I guess because life has been a bit tough lately. Of course I'm always thankful for my faith, family, and friends, and all that good stuff. However, right now, I am most thankful for the bit of strength that I do have. Thank you, God, for that strength.

Happy Thanksgiving, everyone. :)

Women of Faith

So I went to the Women of Faith conference this weekend with a group of wonderful, wonderful gals. Despite my anxiety of thousands of people (YIKES), there was lots of laughter and many memories made. I loved, loved, loved the music. Steven Curtis Chapman is an amazing musician, and his sons play with him which makes it all the better. I don't think I walked away from the conference a different person. I'm not a better Christian today than I was yesterday, I'm not a better human being. But I am a bit more awake. Finding a church has been overwhelming- extremely overwhelming. But I know I have the strength to find the right place for me. But not this Sunday. I'm giving myself a week to try absorb what I heard at the conference, then I'll attend another church next week. I just wanted to blog a tid-bit so I could post a couple pics, and say that if you're looking for a spiritual weekend get-away, you may just enjoy A Grand New Day. If nothing else, there is wonderful music!

Windy city in the rain

Did you know that Chicago being called the "windy city" has nothing to do with the weather? Nope. Something about the politicians being long-winded. True story. You learn things like that when you take a bus tour around the city.

Anyway, we had a wonderful time. And now I have a cold. From the wind, I'm sure. :)