Life Lately
I had the idea to put pictures of the grandbabies in these pretty frames on the mantel above their new stockings.
When I was visiting last week, we dressed the kids in some matching Christmas pajamas and did everything possible to get both kids to sit still in front of the tree and smile at the same time.
Here’s how that went…
We had three adults acting like lunatics trying to get a good photo, to no avail. I was sweating when we finally gave up. 🤣 I still love how this series of photos turned out, though. Funny memories, even if I didn’t get the perfect shot. We can try again later, but I wouldn’t sacrifice these moments for anything.
In Case You Missed It…
It’s been a while since I got two new posts up in the same week! Christmas season on the horizon has inspired me, I guess.
I was doing a bit of early Christmas shopping recently and stopped at Starbucks for a little pick-me-up. I tried their new Dark Toffee Bundt. It was really good, but I also knew it wouldn’t be that hard to make at home, plus it would give me a chance to use another Nordic Ware pan from my collection. The copycat recipe turned out so good!
Also, while I was decorating, I came across an old oil lamp base in my storage room and decided I wanted to use it for Christmas decor. I whipped up this Quick Oil Lamp Christmas Upcycle in a matter of minutes. I’m so happy with how it turned out.
The Weekly Features!
Even though I’ve been in the Christmas spirit, I’m still happily planning for Thanksgiving, since we are hosting here again this year after a couple of years of having it at my daughter’s house. I’ve loved all the Thanksgiving inspiration you’ve been sharing…
- Old Fashioned Apple Salad | Miz Helen’s Country Cottage
- Upcycled Tin Can Christmas Lambs | The Ponds Farmhouse
- Easy Pumpkin Pie Crunch Cake | Sonata Home Design
- Festive Fall Table Ideas | Calypso in the Country
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Thanks for hosting a FABULOUS linky party ! Have a wonderful week!
Creatively, Beth
Your post had me giggling, Niky! Our kids and grandkids were in town this weekend so we did our best to do a quick photoshoot for Christmas card season and our camera roll showed similar results! Life with Littles! Wishing you a great week ahead!
Ha, I’m glad I’m not alone. We laughed so hard, though, so I guess it was worth the effort. Wishing you a great week, as well!
Hi Niky,
What a wonderful surprise and thank you so much for featuring my Old Fashioned Apple Salad. I love coming to your place on Sunday’s and it is always a great party. I can’t believe how big your grandbabies are getting, they grow up so fast. Thanks so much for the parties and have a great week!
Miz Helen
Thanks so much for sharing, Helen. Can’t wait to try your salad.
Those are great pics. Very nice. Thanks for hosting and I hope that you have a wonderful week.
Thanks, Patrick. Hope you are having a great school year.
Niky
I thought all the photos were adorable! Such cuties! Thank you for featuring my lambs.
LOVED the lambs, Rachel. Thanks for sharing!
Thanks for hosting! I have to get EIGHT sets of Pjs this year! Two new ones coming in December/January! Gotta be prepared in case one comes early! Love the pics of your grands!
Oh Julie, congrats! How FUN for you. What a blessing. :-)
Awe…what a fun Christmas you’re all going to have! Thanks for hosting and thanks so much for featuring my Thanksgiving table ideas!
Shelley
Thanks so much for sharing, Shelley. Such great ideas. :-)
Love the shots, it’s perfect.
Hello Niky, thank you for hosting, happy Sunday
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Always fun to see the littles adorable antics. Thanks for hosting, Niky. Have a great week!
Thanks for stopping by, Debra, and for sharing your lovely home and ideas with us. :-) Happy Sunday.
Ahhh, yes trying to get the moment in a photo. You all still did a great job, because no one appeared to be so upset that tears began to fall! Thanks for hosting, Melynda @scratchmadefood!
Ha, that’s true! Nobody cried so that’s a win. LOL Thanks for sharing your recipes with us, Melynda!
I love seeing the photo session! So cute! Thank you so much for featuring my pumpkin pie crunch cake recipe! Have an amazing week!
Your pumpkin pie crunch looks so GOOOD! For sure will make people happy on Thanksgiving. Thanks for sharing.
Although I don’t post very often, I just want you to know that your site is my very, very, favorite. I have to great grandbabies about the same age as your grands. Our boy is the oldest of the two. Makes my life so blest. Keep up all the posts. Thank you for sharing.
Awww, thanks so much for taking the time to write these kind words, Jan. It’s so nice to know that people enjoy reading my posts. And I wholeheartedly agree with your sentiment about the grandbabies (and GREAT grandbabies in your case)! What a joy they bring to our lives. ❤️
Happy Sunday!