I promised myself I would not get into Christmas until after Thanksgiving, it's just the way it should be done. 

 (only my opinion)

But other factors come along and best intentions go awry.

Just look what my sweet Peggy posted on her facebook page!

Here's the guilty culprit, Sweet Peg.

Explanation: There is a Christmas tree lot that has been operating in our area for many years, going back to when our kids were still living at home.  This lot always sets up in early November and everyone knows when they see the big blow-ups that trees are on the  way.  When Peggy drove by the other day she couldn't control her excitement, seeing those blow-ups was confirmation that the holiday season is here.  I always enjoy seeing them too.  BUT, my promise of no Christmas until December sure went out the window when I saw her pictures.  

HO, HO, HO and Jingle Bells.

Then lo and behold, I received a new Charles Wysocki puzzle, the picture, a Christmas Train and Station.

I couldn't resist and spent most of the day yesterday putting it together!

 

I myself am made entirely of flaws,

stitched together with good intentions.

Augusten Burroughs

Good intentions are no substitute for obedience.

Norman Vincent Peale

Okay, I'm going to back up and remember Thanksgiving comes first.

Our family Thanksgiving will be at Peggy's this year.  She has just remodeled her home making much more room, which is great because there is a lot of us!!

Giving thanks always to our Lord.

Blessings to All

Until Next Time