Christmas Season is HERE!!

To those who wake up for those big sales on Black Friday -- YOU ARE NUTS!

I have to admit, I'm one of those nuts this year. It was 3:30 am, Friday. I was standing in line at Kohl's waiting for the doors to open at 4 am. Thank goodness my mom was up, so I had a conversation with her while waiting for the time to pass. I only bought two things from Kohl's. A gift for myself - A KITCHEN AID and then something for Evan. Fifteen minutes in Kohl's - I was off to Toys R' Us. They opened at 5 am. So, another 3o minutes wait in line. There were at least 100 people in front of me, and who knows how many behind me. It was wild! There were a few shoppers who were standing in line specifically for a ZUNE. I on the other hand, was standing in line to get some deals on some games for my nieces and nephews. Once in, got my items - I stood in the check-out line for 30 minutes. Nothing like standing in a long line with a store full of grumpy people who want to cut in line. Then behind me was a woman. She was nice, but boy reeked of cigarette smoke. UGH! I managed then headed off to one more store before heading home.

I got home about 6:30 am. The boys were still asleep. I've done most of my shopping online this year. Placed my orders last week, and received them yesterday! All with FREE SHIPPING!

We still haven't moved into the Marley house. It's coming so close though! The HVAC system is being installed, so that should take a few days. We now have hot water. Woo hoo! Cy fixed the water heater and also fixed the plumbing too! If you have seen the before pictures, and the after pictures -- you'll see we've come a long way!

I have at least three parties to attend in Dec. Including a Longaberger Party held on Dec. 3rd at Tamara's house. Then I have my church small group party, my office party, the Kidscoast party. Whoa - that's four parties. Then celebrate our 5th anniversary! Gosh, I can't believe its been that long. We've made it to five years! WOW! Still going strong too! For those who are married, I receive a really neat daily email from http://www.marriagevine.com/. Sign up - its just a few paragraphs on the subject of being married - basically food for thought from a biblical standpoint.

Merry Cheers!

Wendy