New Blogaroonie

I've decided to create a separate blog for family stuff. That way, those who do not wish to see or hear about my crafting obsession ( I know! Who wouldn't?!) will be spared the horror.
Can you believe Christmas is upon us?! I still have Thanksgiving leftovers in the fridge! Just kiddin'. Sean & I set a goal this year to SIMPLIFY. I know it's possible. We want Ben to know the true meaning of the season and to develop his spirit of GIVING and not just receiving. My personal goal is to refrain from entering any malls, stores, or post offices this year. Any necessary shipping will be done from home with my printer and free package pick-up. I will be giving many hand-crafted items this year and those that aren't homemade will be ordered online. Thank you Internet!
Because of the fact that I have 6 siblings, (with spouses and offspring) our family draws names each year. Sean and I have Randy and Kristen this year. Part of my gift to Randy will be a huge apology for all of the beatings I gave him when we were kids. I will, however, remind him of the time I saved his life. He was stuck in a drainage tunnel in a field by our house and was crying. I was outside playing and, thanks to my supersonic hearing, was able to locate him and alert my mother. No Randy, no thanks necessary.