Monday, 18 December 2017

Hi There....It's Been A While....I've Been Very Very Busy....✨✨✨


Took a drive to the cottage last Thursday...

What a gorgeous day....sunny...bright...cold...snowy....Beeeutiful!! 

Pristene clean snow...only a few critter tracks...loved this!!








Had some fun writing in the snow....

And in the sand....the waves came in and washed half of it away!! 



On the drive home...we passed my favorite little pony farm...they were loving the sunshine...

We went to visit our DIL and new granddaughter also...

I had made them a big pot of Veggie Minestrone soup...banana bread, and a nice crusty loaf of bread...

Miss N is doing quite well at home...she has been home for a week now, and continues to gain weight and flourish...

I took a few pics, but they did not turn out very good...

But...let me tell you...she is a dollie, with gorgeous blonde hair!!!💕

Back at home here...we also had quite a lot of snow, and it has been very cold...

But  today...it has been kinda rainy and drizzly, and an expected high of 5c tomorrow...that means melting snow...yucky dirty looking snow...I really liked the fresh clean snow the last week...oh well...perhaps a fresh blanket of snow for Christmas!!

We had dinner guests this past Saturday night...gave me a good excuse to make the dining room sparkle...had a wonderful time with our friends from high school!!












Miss V had a nice long visit with us , after the hospital visit to meet her cousin Miss N,but only thru the glass..

We got some decorating done...

And of course...

Some baking!! 

Look at those snazzy cupcakes!!!


Hope you are all well....are you ready?????????????

I will be...but I need the next few days to accomplish that!! 

Tomorrow we are attending Miss V's school, as she will be singing some Christmas Carols in a choir...cannot wait to see and hear that!!! 

Need to bake some shortbread....apple pie....gluten free fruit crisp...

                              AND I WILL!!!!!! hahaha!!!

I promise to be back before the big day...

In the meantime...take care of yourselves...

               See you soon...

                          Cheers!  :o)

                                linda ♥️




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49 comments:

  1. Barbara Beach18 December 2017 at 17:45

    Happy to hear Miss N is home! Your pictures, as always, are just wonderful. Merry Christmas to you and yours.

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  2. Patricia18 December 2017 at 17:56

    Great post Linda. Beautiful scenes: I love a snow landscape. What happiness with the new babe and MissV for baking and decorating. I am loving being here in Ontario for Christmas👍🏻

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    1. Linda18 December 2017 at 19:21

      Enjoy Christmas with your Canadian family Patricia! ❤️

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  3. The Furry Gnome18 December 2017 at 18:31

    Nice pix of the cottage and the lake. Have a wonderful Christmas!

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  4. NanaDiana18 December 2017 at 18:58

    I was just beginning to wonder what had happened to you and was hoping that it was nothing to do with that sweet baby. it really does get busy this time of year doesn't it? I am so glad that the kids are growing and doing so well, Linda.

    I hope you have a blessed, wonderful Christmas with your sweet family-xo Diana

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    1. Linda18 December 2017 at 19:24

      Thanks for thinking of me Diana....Merry Christmas to you and your lovely family..,💚

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  5. Martha18 December 2017 at 19:00

    I think I will be ready. Keeping it simple helps.
    Books for the kiddos, CD's of Grandpa for the big kids.
    Haven't baked any cookies, but have eaten plenty.
    :0)

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    1. Linda18 December 2017 at 19:26

      I think of you often Martha....Merriest Happiest Christmas to you and your great family...🌟💕🌟

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    2. Martha19 December 2017 at 15:31

      And the same to you!

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    3. Linda19 December 2017 at 16:13

      🌟

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  6. La Table De Nana18 December 2017 at 19:00

    The cottage is amazing in snow with sunshine..so is little Miss Sunshine..what a baker! Has she held wee Nora?So glad that all is well..all is calm all is bright😊I wuv that Frosty planter!!!To bits.

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    1. Linda18 December 2017 at 19:34

      Hi Monique.....no....she has not! My daughter Lissa and hubby visited them this past weekend....but Miss V and her mom have not yet. I guess it will have to wait til Christmas Day here at mine....boyfriend and I put together Miss V's old infant seat today❤️all ready for Miss N! I love that planter too! Erika has gifted me with many cute things over the years....I am lucky!
      Enjoy your week....Merry Christmas! Can't wait to see the Candy Cane cake!

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  7. Birdie18 December 2017 at 23:01

    I think the picture of your little Miss. V with the Santa hat in front of the snowman is a beautiful picture. Just when you think she is getting all grown up the little girl looks back at you.

    Nora home! Yay!

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    1. Linda19 December 2017 at 08:36

      yes...even though she is tall...she is still just an innocent child...♥️...so glad you noticed that...Merry Christmas Barbara!

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  8. Tanna19 December 2017 at 04:05

    Not ready yet... but, like you, I will get ready this week. ;) LOVE the photo of Miss V baking and of you and your boyfriend!! Such a beautiful couple! Wishing you and all of your loved ones a very Merry Christmas and can't wait to see a photo of Miss V holding Little Nora. blessings ~ tanna

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    1. Linda19 December 2017 at 08:37

      I work well under pressure! hahaha!
      I will get a photo of that for sure!
      Merriest Christmas Tanna....

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  9. Amy at love made my home19 December 2017 at 04:26

    Glad to hear that all is well for the young misses V and N! Hope all is well for you too and the other members of your lovely family. Oh and that all is well for the cottage too of course!! Happy Christmas!!

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  10. Deb19 December 2017 at 06:12

    What a beautiful post, Linda. All sounds good as we head in to Christmas. So happy both girls are doing well. Loved your photos today. High school friends...that must have been a fun night. :) Enjoy the lead up to the BIG DAY. xo

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    1. Linda19 December 2017 at 08:38

      Oh it was! We see them a couple of times a year...always fun!!
      Merriest Christmas Deb....

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  11. Eddie Bluelights19 December 2017 at 13:20

    Love the header . . . and those gorgeous photos.
    Glad little Miss N is doing well.
    Bet Miss V's signing is great . . .

    Love the piccie of you and b/f . . . :)

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    1. Linda19 December 2017 at 17:43

      Hi Eddie...
      You like the header? Hahaha....I worked hard on that! Thanks!
      We are cuties,eh? ☺️

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    2. Linda19 December 2017 at 17:46

      The concert was excellent! I got some great pics! Over on IG!

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    3. Eddie Bluelights20 December 2017 at 12:13

      Well, yes, we are cuties . . . . oh I see what you mean now, you and hubby . . . hahaha

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  12. Anonymous19 December 2017 at 17:47

    so happy and relieved that all is well.
    baby N's first Christmas!
    and the close up of miss Vivian and those beautiful eyes that are shining...
    is doesn't get much better than your busy life right now!
    I love the picture of you and boyfriend. beautiful people.
    hope you have a grand Christmas! as I know you will.
    the marine's son Sgt Mike and his wife Reve' and the two boys... Blake and Jacob
    will be here to celebrate with us. Master Sgt Mike just got back from Iraq. safe.
    so it's a good year. and Jacob has grown like a weed! XO♥

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    1. Linda19 December 2017 at 18:58

      Enjoy your family time dear Tammy....it is precious❤️
      Merriest Christmas to you....✨

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  13. Linda19 December 2017 at 18:07

    It’s such a busy time. Bet Miss V was adorable in her concert. We got to see grandson in his concert last week and Friday we will be at granddaughters. We git some very wet snow today, but it won’t last long. Been collecting lots of beach glass too. Happy holidays.

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    1. Linda19 December 2017 at 19:02

      Good for you! So great that you are spending time with them...
      Jealous of your beach glass!
      Merry Christmas Linda!

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  14. Lynne19 December 2017 at 21:39

    That is exactly what I mean when I say,
    I LOVE SNOW . . .
    It is the best, right then . . .

    Love the words in snow . . .

    Happy baby is doing well . . .
    Give Miss V a squeeze . . .
    Hugs to the adorable couple too . . .

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    1. Linda21 December 2017 at 11:56

      OH me too Lynne! Lovely and clean and sparkly!
      Merry Christmas to you!

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  15. Kathy20 December 2017 at 05:05

    The cottage is so beautiful in the snow. Do you ever stay there in the winter? Or is it too cold? So gorgeous to look out at all that loveliness. Good to hear Miss N is home and doing well. There's nothing quite as sweet as a new baby. Love Miss V's cupcakes. They look yummy!

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    1. Linda21 December 2017 at 11:57

      We have Kathy....when we had those El Niño winters...but not in a few years....
      We will open as soon as we can in the Spring!
      She is a great little baker!

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  16. Debra She Who Seeks20 December 2017 at 06:09

    Such a busy time of year! Love Miss V's festive hat and sweater!

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    1. Linda21 December 2017 at 12:51

      She is always stylish Deb....Merry Christmas!

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  17. Anonymous20 December 2017 at 07:19

    you are busy and your photos are beautiful! Those cupcakes look great!!!!

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  18. Country Gal 20 December 2017 at 11:34

    It is a busy time of year for sure. I am glad to hear the new little one Miss N is doing well and Miss V must be so excited to be in the school choir as is Nana to see her in it . Lovely photos and post . We had lots of lovely crisp white snow to but like you we had warm temps and rain and now it was a sloppy mess then it all froze again we have lots of green about now . Hoping for a white Christmas here to . Thanks for sharing , have a great day !

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  19. Gloria Baker25 December 2017 at 07:50

    Merry Christmas dear Linda and hugs and love for you and Miss V

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  20. Betsy Brock26 December 2017 at 12:40

    Merry, merry! Your header is just adorable! Instagram Christmas pictures were so cute. Looks like you all had a lovely day. And a new baby just makes everything wonderful, right? haha.

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    1. Linda27 December 2017 at 11:07

      Isn't RED just the cutest thing! hahaha!
      Hoping you and yours had a wonderful Christmas Betsy...
      All the best in 2018...

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  21. Karen @ Beatrice Euphemie28 December 2017 at 20:34

    Such pretty, pretty pics, Linda - love the snow scenes and those adorable ponies. Miss V is precious in her little flowered coat :) Such a special year with your new little one to love on, too. I hope your Christmas was filled with sweet memories and the New Year is full of peace, health and happiness for you and your family. xx Karen

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    1. Linda31 December 2017 at 08:43

      THanks so much Karen...And to you!! Cheers!

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  22. Unknown31 December 2017 at 07:57

    Lovely New Years header! Wishing you and your family a very, very healthy and happy 2018! 🎉💕

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    1. Linda31 December 2017 at 08:43

      And to you my friend...nothing but happiness for you...💛

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  23. Unknown19 February 2018 at 19:15

    Pristine is right. Gorgeous shots. I always think the whites and blues in winter look so fresh and crisp!
    ☃

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