tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6596988245744679027.post3585675335179022245..comments2024-03-28T23:41:06.686-04:00Comments on Thinking About Home: Memory-Making Moments {Christmas 2017} Cheryl http://www.blogger.com/profile/00063844335185525553noreply@blogger.comBlogger32125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6596988245744679027.post-6926993996997336732018-01-11T23:42:02.458-05:002018-01-11T23:42:02.458-05:00Thank you, Judy! I have thought about making a yea...Thank you, Judy! I have thought about making a yearly book from my blog as a record of our comings and goings, but I'm a little afraid of the cost as I include so many photos! <br /><br />Indeed, God is merciful in so many ways! Cheryl https://www.blogger.com/profile/00063844335185525553noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6596988245744679027.post-49391772133250425832018-01-11T23:39:20.312-05:002018-01-11T23:39:20.312-05:00Thank you so much, Lorraine, and a Happy New Year ...Thank you so much, Lorraine, and a Happy New Year to you too! <br /><br />As you can see, I am way behind in responding to comments as well as in reading/comments on other blogs myself. It is difficult to fit in everything that we want to do, isn't it? We have to give grace to ourselves and to one another! <br /><br />Visit when you can. It's always nice to see you!Cheryl https://www.blogger.com/profile/00063844335185525553noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6596988245744679027.post-26678156621080350172018-01-05T16:31:21.325-05:002018-01-05T16:31:21.325-05:00What a wonderful post! Have you ever thought about...What a wonderful post! Have you ever thought about making your blog into a book for the family? Everything's so hopeful and cozy and loving and joyous! God bless you and your family in the year ahead. I'm so glad you were able to celebrate and hold the worst of sickness at arm's length. God is merciful.Cranberry Morninghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10758563068581561194noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6596988245744679027.post-1774187616598957062018-01-05T12:22:59.547-05:002018-01-05T12:22:59.547-05:00Happy New Year, dear Cheryl! You family is so love...Happy New Year, dear Cheryl! You family is so lovely and your home warm and cozy. So happy illnesses passed and special times could be had!<br /><br />As I begin this new year, I am trying to organize and prioritize allowing time to visit sweet friends like you! All the best in 2018!GratefulPrayerThankfulHearthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05912258806814037028noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6596988245744679027.post-47389620440522336512018-01-04T23:00:19.575-05:002018-01-04T23:00:19.575-05:00Thank you so much! He is the Light of the World an...Thank you so much! He <i>is</i> the Light of the World and so worthy of our honor! New Year blessings to you as well!Cheryl https://www.blogger.com/profile/00063844335185525553noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6596988245744679027.post-26615173216533171342018-01-04T22:58:55.115-05:002018-01-04T22:58:55.115-05:00Thank you, Ellen! I was praying about what we coul...Thank you, Ellen! I was praying about what we could do and that idea came to me. So thankful that it worked . . . no new sickies! <br /><br />The little cakes were a hit with the grands too!Cheryl https://www.blogger.com/profile/00063844335185525553noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6596988245744679027.post-63039308691315971222018-01-04T22:56:30.655-05:002018-01-04T22:56:30.655-05:00Thanks so much, Sue! You come right on over here a...Thanks so much, Sue! You come right on over here and we'll adopt you right away! Say, how does your face look through a globe? ;) <br /><br />A blessed New Year to you and yours too!Cheryl https://www.blogger.com/profile/00063844335185525553noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6596988245744679027.post-90411155118316339072018-01-04T22:54:19.208-05:002018-01-04T22:54:19.208-05:00So sweet, FlowerLady! New Year blessings to you to...So sweet, FlowerLady! New Year blessings to you too! Cheryl https://www.blogger.com/profile/00063844335185525553noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6596988245744679027.post-47066107516436085292018-01-04T22:53:27.210-05:002018-01-04T22:53:27.210-05:00Thank you, Cheryl! Your words are so kind!
A bles...Thank you, Cheryl! Your words are so kind! <br />A blessed New Year to you and yours too! Cheryl https://www.blogger.com/profile/00063844335185525553noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6596988245744679027.post-91861014113285018022018-01-04T22:52:25.147-05:002018-01-04T22:52:25.147-05:00Thank you, Rosella . . . it was a busy and blessed...Thank you, Rosella . . . it was a busy and blessed time! We are so thankful that the flu was contained! (We are new fans of Tamiflu!) <br /><br />(By the way, I found the feather tree instructions today. I will scan them and get them to you asap!)Cheryl https://www.blogger.com/profile/00063844335185525553noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6596988245744679027.post-83661689139186219522018-01-04T22:49:07.430-05:002018-01-04T22:49:07.430-05:00With a little creativity and flexibility . . . and...With a little creativity and flexibility . . . and the Lord's mercy, of course! . . . it all turned out better than we imagined! <br /><br />Not surprised that we also have the same goblets! ;) <br /><br />Blessings for the New Year! Stay warm! Cheryl https://www.blogger.com/profile/00063844335185525553noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6596988245744679027.post-49833080322196180072018-01-04T20:48:29.310-05:002018-01-04T20:48:29.310-05:00Debbie, you not only have me laughing (again!), bu...Debbie, you not only have me laughing (again!), but you have piqued my curiosity with the thoughts of those picture mash-ups! (My wheels are spinning. Hmmm . . . how about photocopies of pictures? It sounds like a great party game!) <br /><br />Cheryl https://www.blogger.com/profile/00063844335185525553noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6596988245744679027.post-80089583776573656802018-01-04T19:25:05.381-05:002018-01-04T19:25:05.381-05:00Precious and beautiful celebrations of the Light o...Precious and beautiful celebrations of the Light of the World!!! ps your packages are lovely <3 !!! ~Lord Bless you all in this new year!!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6596988245744679027.post-76700937385269946912018-01-04T18:01:34.778-05:002018-01-04T18:01:34.778-05:00We laughed ourselves silly that night! We laughed ourselves silly that night! Cheryl https://www.blogger.com/profile/00063844335185525553noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6596988245744679027.post-83894671941879400762018-01-04T18:01:04.636-05:002018-01-04T18:01:04.636-05:00Thank you, Martha Ellen! Oh, it was such a blessin...Thank you, Martha Ellen! Oh, it was such a blessing how every little thing turned out. We feared the worst (lots of sickies, not being able to be together), but there was lots of joy in our days! <br /><br />Happy New Year to all of you too! Cheryl https://www.blogger.com/profile/00063844335185525553noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6596988245744679027.post-68558200050472368472018-01-04T16:46:34.652-05:002018-01-04T16:46:34.652-05:00Everyone recovered quite quickly (especially for f...Everyone recovered quite quickly (especially for flu!). When you have a large family, it is a little scary, but most did not get sick, thankfully! Cheryl https://www.blogger.com/profile/00063844335185525553noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6596988245744679027.post-87405892306696874682018-01-04T16:44:40.911-05:002018-01-04T16:44:40.911-05:00Awww . . . you are so kind!
We are sold on Tamif...Awww . . . you are so kind! <br /><br />We are sold on Tamiflu now. I have never seen anyone recover from the flu so quickly. (And it was true-blue flu too . . . a positive test for influenza A!)Cheryl https://www.blogger.com/profile/00063844335185525553noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6596988245744679027.post-60044497694109537492018-01-04T16:39:14.162-05:002018-01-04T16:39:14.162-05:00Thanks for sharing in our moments!
Thanks for sharing in our moments! <br />Cheryl https://www.blogger.com/profile/00063844335185525553noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6596988245744679027.post-4072397382412906122018-01-04T16:38:33.566-05:002018-01-04T16:38:33.566-05:00Thank you, Vee! This post was rather photo heavy, ...Thank you, Vee! This post was rather photo heavy, but I loved <i>so</i> many moments! Cheryl https://www.blogger.com/profile/00063844335185525553noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6596988245744679027.post-49880257933292652202018-01-04T12:56:28.297-05:002018-01-04T12:56:28.297-05:00Beautiful recap of family fun and joy captured! Gr...Beautiful recap of family fun and joy captured! Great plan on separating groups to keep illness at bay. Love that cute little cabin cake at the top of your post and how it's plated! Hope you are warm and cozy and free from colds and flu! ellen bhttps://happywonderer.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6596988245744679027.post-44093361565753245022018-01-04T11:36:56.045-05:002018-01-04T11:36:56.045-05:00And what wonderful memories they are Cheryl, I am ...And what wonderful memories they are Cheryl, I am so happy everything worked out so swell, praying everyone is healthy once again.<br />Your schedule sounded like mine, I had planned to return to posting our traditions but just got caught up in the busyness!<br />If ever you need an extra relative, I might be up for adoption, you all have so much fun!~wink~<br />Thank you for your friendship, and your thoughtful and sweet comments.<br />Wishing you and yours the most blessed and happiest of New Years.<br />SueSuehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14843762646877115013noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6596988245744679027.post-88814248959223809762018-01-04T08:08:51.962-05:002018-01-04T08:08:51.962-05:00What a wonderful post, filled with photos of a lov...What a wonderful post, filled with photos of a lovely family gathering. Your home is beautifully decorated. I love your style.<br /><br />Have a wonderful 2018 and thanks for sharing your life here with us. ~ FlowerLadyFlowerLady Lorrainehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17678852154334714784noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6596988245744679027.post-79985299527830251732018-01-03T22:12:58.996-05:002018-01-03T22:12:58.996-05:00The photos of your family gatherings are each one ...The photos of your family gatherings are each one just perfect and beautiful. As Debby said above, magazine worthy. You do a splendid job at decorating your home and table, Cheryl! And the food looks scrumptious too. Many blessings to you and yours in this New Year! xx CherylCheryl @ TFDhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15947085477739983984noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6596988245744679027.post-29011209978522505592018-01-03T20:45:56.617-05:002018-01-03T20:45:56.617-05:00Oh my, you were busy!!! So glad everyone feels bet...Oh my, you were busy!!! So glad everyone feels better - the flu is not fun. Your Christmas moments are memorable indeed - the glass globe pictures are brilliant. You have shared some absolutely wonderful pictures, capturing the love you feel for your family!Rosellahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14615262714438296920noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6596988245744679027.post-38617129036011028062018-01-03T16:15:07.470-05:002018-01-03T16:15:07.470-05:00Sorry there was a downer at Christmas but it looks...Sorry there was a downer at Christmas but it looks like you made the best of it! The photos show it to be festive, warm and not overwhelming and that probably can be credited to you! Your drop-leaf table looks great next to "our" chair and we have the same goblets. I hope you've enjoyed some rest in the week in between. We are enjoying (really) some very cold weather that is sticking around.podsohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14880888514207597761noreply@blogger.com