The Tree is Down

Yes, the tree is down. We are now getting the largest snowfall of the season. It started out as a windstorm the last two days, then silently, while we were in church this morning, it began to fall. At first it didn't really stick, but now we have a few inches and the snow continues to fall. It's supposed to snow on and off all week. I'm glad that I have no place to be early in the morning.

Yes, It's Still Christmas to Me

I admit it. I still have a Christmas tree (with the lights on) in my living room. I was all ready to take it down before returning to school, but had other things a little more urgent to do, so thought I'd do it Monday,.....then Tuesday. Here it is Wednesday and I'm finally taking a little time to enjoy the peace the quite glow brings on a cold winter night. Perhaps I'll take it down tomorrow...or not.

A New Year!

It's been a good year:

1. I officially lost 24.8 pounds and 26.0 inches.
2. Completed most major repairs and renovation of our home.
3. Have found numerous ancestors, both of my own and for others.
4. I have laughed, lived, and loved.

So what do I want to accomplish in the New Year?

1. Lose 26.2 more pounds and the accompanying inches.
2. Finish painting and repairs of our home.
3. Pay off all debts except the mortgage.
4. Find more ancestors, both my own and for others.
5. Laugh, live, and love a whole lot more.

Here's to 2006!