advent

  • Good morning, Christmas!

    As I head off to bed in the early hours of Christmas morning, I’m struck my an unusual sense of peace. This moment. Alone. Downstairs. The stockings are full. The presents are wrapped. There is a half-eaten cookie and partially… Continue reading

  • A Blessed Christmas Day by El Momma

    We hope you had a wonderful Christmas day. We definitely did. It was one of those days where it could have been a complete chaotic mess and that would have been okay. Because, what can you really expect from a… Continue reading

  • Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas!

    Christmas Eve with the Els! What a day! It turned out great, but it was one busy, hectic day, especially for El Momma! When you are the momma you are expected to do certain things. At least, in this house.… Continue reading

  • In the full swing of Advent and the Christmas Season with the ELs

    v Happy Holidays, everyone! Hope you are all enjoying the holiday season as much as we are. We’ve been so busy. It’s been crazy. And, believe me, it has been chaotic at times. But, it is crazy fun!  Leeland is… Continue reading

  • 10 Holiday Survival Tips

    So, I took my monthly trip to Sam’s Club this week. I typically head there once or twice a month to stock up on all the staple items we need each month for our family of six. I buy the… Continue reading

  • Advent 2009

    Since becoming Presbyterian, I’ve learned to celebrate aspects of my faith that I was unfamiliar with growing up. Advent, in particular, has become a very special time for me and for our family. Meaning of Advent: (from the Latin word… Continue reading