Uh-Oh...

We ran out of lights.

But that's okay!
It's still festive!! ♥

It's kind of like when you string your tree lights and take hours to decorate it... The next day when you plug it in, only half the lights work.

Oh well!
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Oh Christmas Tree, Oh Christmas Tree...

After I got done decoratin' the outside of our home on Saturday, I knew somethin' was missin'.

So I broke the news to my hubs we were goin' to have yet another Christmas tree. But this one will be outside.

After his "deer in headlights" look disappeared, we hopped in the truck and got one.

There is nothin' like the wonderful aroma of fresh Balsam Fir on your hands. ♥

Little does he know, he'll be helpin' me hang those big colored lights on the barn this afternoon. *giggle*
:> )

Christmas Beaver Fun...

Shhhhh... If anyone asks, Stan the Beaver made this victory sign. (He's quite handy.)
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It's FINALLY Snowin'...

YAY!!!! I couldn't be happier!!

Today, I finished up my outdoor Christmas decoratin'. So I thought I'd share some pics with ya.

I figure why not give the folks drivin' by a smile!
Hmmm... I wonder if I can get a ticket for Christmas decoratin'? If anyone asks, you have no idea who did this.

I think I'll decorate the one in the background tomorrow. But remember... You didn't hear that from me.

Now to finish up on the inside.
I'll keep ya posted...
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I Should Have Known...

I went to grab the flyswatter I have tucked in the closet and oddly enough, it was gone.

Hmmmm...

I wonder where oh where could it be...

Sigh.

She will be gettin' coal in her Christmas stockin'.

Out Of The Mouth Of (Cartoon Character) Babes...

Thank you Linus.
♥

I Am Clark Griswold...

Since we moved into this old farmhouse, I have always put up a skinny Christmas tree. I love a skinny tree!

My hubs on the otherhand prefers just the opposite. (Gee, who would have thought?)
After 10 years, I have finally given in and agreed to put up our ginormous tree we had in our previous home.

Yes I've had to remove half the furniture in the livin' room, string 1200 lights as the rough branches scratched me to pieces and almost broke my neck standin' on a ladder to decorate it, but here it is.

So as my dear, sweet hubs enjoys the Griswold tree, I will enjoy mine...

♥ Merry Christmas Charlie Brown. ♥

:> )

Stan The Beaver In His First Action Packed Movie...

Yeah I know, but he thinks it's action packed. He doesn't have time for fancy stunts and that CGI stuff, he's got work to do.

Did I happen to mention I named him Stan? Yep, after my daddy.
Which is perfect because he was listenin' to Eddie Blazonczyk on his lil' beaver iPod while swimmin' around.
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Let The Christmas Decoratin' Games Begin...

Now that we are up to our eyeballs full with turkey, it's officially time to decorate for Christmas! YaY!

First things first... Get the "Greetings" my daddy made (back in the 70's), up on the ol' barn.

Thank the good Lord above I have a hubs who is not afraid of heights because I break out in a cold sweat when I step up on the second rung.

I think what did it for me was when I was 14 and visitin' Canada. I went on what was known as the largest Ferris wheel on the North American continent. Who thinks up this stuff?!

As we started to reach the clouds I remember a Canada goose flew by and said "Wow!! You're really up there aren't ya, eh?"

Needless to say after that, I heard nothin' else but the screams comin' from my mouth as I hung on for dear life.
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Come, Ye Thankful People, Come...

And let us not be weary in well doing: for in due season we shall reap, if we faint not.
Galatians 6:9

Wishin' you and your kinfolk a happy and blessed Thanksgivin'.

God bless.
:> )

They're In The Mood For Love...

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Do You ♥ Sweet Potatoes...

I'm talkin' really saaa-weet potatoes??? Then this dish is for you!!
Ooooh, and it's perfect for Thanksgivin'!

SWEET POTATO MALLOW

5 ~ Sweet Potatoes (sliced)
1/2 C ~ Brown sugar
1/4 C ~Butter
2 Tbs ~ Orange juice
1 tsp ~ Cinnamon
1 10oz pkg. ~ Mini Marshmallows


Preheat oven 350 degrees.
Boil sliced sweet potatoes until tender. Drain. In a large bowl blend potatoes until creamy. Add ingreds except marshmallows.
Spread mixture into 9x13 pan. Sprinkle marshmallows on top.
Bake for 20 minutes or until golden brown then dig in!!!
♥

Enjoy!
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Just When You Thought It Was Safe To Go Back Into The Water...

He's back with a vengeance!

Look! Mr. Beaver survived and I couldn't be happier! Woo-hoo!!

What the humans destroyed yesterday, was built back up today!
I'm pretty sure I saw him sportin' a lil' Rambo headband and muscle tank top.

He must have worked all night!

H*ll if I had big buck teeth and a flat tail I'd be right next to him, helpin' rebuild!

This lil' feller put forth such determination and perseverance it was truly amazin' to watch!

I know many humans who could learn a thing or two from him.
(In fact, too many.)

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Have They Been Naughty Or Nice...

Hmmmm... With those expressions, it hard to tell.

So there they sit with baby dolls in their arms, patiently waitin' for Santa to arrive.
But the question is, will he?!

They are bein' offered on The Humble Arts.
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How Snow And Gingerbread Men Start Out...

Here's a sneak peek at part of my latest creations soon to be offered on The Humble Arts.

And guess what? You won't have to wait until December 1st to see them!

Coochie, Coochie Coo.

I'll keep you posted.
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If You Think The Wait Is Long At The DMV...

Wait until government takes over our healthcare.

Trust me when I tell you, It ain't gonna be pretty.

We Went For A Walk...

Even though all the leaves brown.
(♪ All the leaves are browwwn ♪)
Sorry, I had a Mamas and Papas moment.

Anyway, even though all the leaves are brown and pretty much gone, it's still nice to get out and enjoy nature.

Here's a lil' path the deer have made to get to...

Oriskany Creek.

Our resident busybody has built himself a beaver Taj Mahal.

He's got quite the set up now.

I even spotted his jacuzzi area.

The jets were off but I did find lil' beaver flip-flops and an empty martini glass.

Here he is enjoyin' his empire.

To end the day the good Lord above blessed us with an absolutely gorgeous sunset.

Have a great weekend folks.
God bless...
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