We just got back from a whirlwind trip to Southern California…it was a Disneyland Resort Extravaganza and visit with friends & family. I’m worn out…but my cup is running over with blessings! What a wonderful way to celebrate the season and to get our minds off of our sadness & loss of my Dad. If…
Author: Laura Panfilio
collecting shells & counting {BLESSINGS}
Over the Thanksgiving holiday we had a fun trip down to the central coast. We spent Thanksgiving day with my Dad’s cousin at his wonderful restaurant McPhee’s Grill in Templeton, CA. {As a side note…If you have not been there you are missing out! And I’m not just saying that because I love Ian. It…
a few of our favorite {CHRISTMAS BOOKS}
So if you don’t know about my passionate belief in Santa you can read about it HERE. Until then, rest assured that for me Christmas is about the birth of our sweet Jesus! However, I do believe that Santa & Elves & cute legends about Christmas can be a great way to celebrate and honor…
some-what {HOME-MADE GIFTS}
Here are a few some-what HOME-MADE gift ideas! They would be great for friends, Sunday-school teachers or even neighbors! But let’s talk teachers for a moment! Don’t our kid’s precious teachers deserve the best? They are so wonderful and do so much for our kids. It never seems like enough to give them a small…
the {NATIVITY} story
Are you busy “decking the halls?” Too busy to rest for even a minute? Well I would encourage you to grab a cup of coffee and a Christmas goody to sit down and ponder what this time is all about. You will feel better! It’s good for the soul and those tired feet! And while…