Saying Good Bye

The last several weeks have been full of good-byes, some easier to say then others. On December 22nd my Grandma Snider passed away. She was talented, beautiful, loving, kind and giving. She will be so greatly missed. She lived an amazing 90 years.

Then on December 29th we said good-bye to my Grandpa Pittman. He was 91 years old and had survived the dirty 30s and the Great Depression in Oklahoma, as well as being shot and listed dead in WWII. He earned the Purple Heart for his actions during the war. We are at peace knowing he is no longer suffering.

I also excitedly said good-bye to 2010 which was not the best year of my life. It was full of ups and downs, shattered dreams and devesating heartache. I'm looking forward to a new year, new hopes, new dreams and a new attitude.

Finally, I said good-bye to another year of Christmas decorations and traditions. I did not get any of my pictures posted before the end of December like I had planned so here are a few of my favorite things...

I got the idea to make this stocking holder from Poppies at Play.  I loved it so much I made one for my sister too.

This is an antique slate chalkboard that I have had for several years and wasn't sure where to hang it because it is pretty big so it has sat in the shed for a long time. I decided to bring it inside and try it again above my cabinets and I l.o.v.e. it! Next to it is a fabric tree my dear friend Jennifer made me a few years ago.

My little Willaraye Kitty and Doggie ornament tree, so cute!

Here is the 9' Christmas tree that tested Chris' patience and humor as it took about 5 moves before it found the perfect place! Oh the joys of a husband in distress. :) 

Finally one of my newest favorite things....

Miss Brooklyn and Miss Lyndsey with a very proud grandma!! Love you all.