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{March is well under way}

February days are now gone and March has officially kicked in.   I finally purchased a new monthly focus board.  We ventured out for a day date which included a movie. I love our day dates. I will give my honest review about the movie for those interested. I wanted to see this movie as it was based on a true story. I did enjoy the movie but oh my, it was a tear jerker from the get go! It ended good but mercy! Let's just say that I am thankful that no one was sitting close enough to see my tear stained face. I am glad that I saw it but I am good for a while on sad movies, even if they do end good!   My oldest daughter, her husband and their son participated in the Spartan race which is a series of obstacle courses that challenge. They done so well. As you can see from the pictures it gets pretty muddy!  My three daughters participate each year in the Gate River Run. I love it that they do this together. They have so much support & encouragement from all the onlookers. I am just

{Christmas Time's A Comin'}

Christmas is almost here...And POOF it will all be over but the cleaning up! But even with all the cleaning up, packing away and turkey sandwiches for a week, I still love this time of the year. Don't you?



 I think Santa has already came to Nana and Papa's house though.




I bought myself a little Christmas present too...DON'T YOU LOVE MY NEW PLATES?



 I was so excited when I found these at Ross. I snatched all 8 of them up faster than you can spit! 


They look so pretty with my red chargers and Christmas dessert plates.
 

I decided to use my old bread bowl that was gifted to my by my grandmother. Her daddy, my great-father actually carved this old bread bowl. I need to try and restore it. Some paint got spilled on the inside years ago and it's cracking. But it worked beautifully for a centerpiece.
 

I love the red and white napkins nestled in the goblets.
 

My runner this year is three poinsettia place-mats. 
 


My little salt and pepper Christmas trees match my dessert plates. 


Yep, I think I love my Christmas tabelscape. 
 


I added just a touch of Christmas to my blue and white dishes.








A little Christmas added to my kitchen counter always makes things look festive. 




A Santa flower pot worked great to hold my red cooking utensils.


My good old faithful three tiered basket holds a few Christmas goodies.




Rudolph stands proud. Bless his heart, he is surely getting old but still loves to shine bright around my house. He's been in the yard, on the front porch, in the living room and I even think I had him in the hallway one year. He makes his rounds.
 

I hope that you all are enjoying the wonderful holiday season. It's my prayer for you all that God will show Himself mighty to each of you during this special time of the year. A time that is a reminder that Jesus Christ came that we might be saved. If Not for Christ....where would this old sinner saved by grace be?
 


May we enjoy the CHRIST in Christmas. Oh how He loves you and me!

I will see you all after the holidays!

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.

Hugs and blessings, Cindy

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  1. Everything looks beautifully Christmas! Love your new plates and yes, they look great on the red chargers!! Merry Christmas to you and your family!!

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    1. Thanks Miss Mary. I wish you a very Merry Christmas.

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  2. Cindy, your table is really pretty and yes I do love your plates. I saw some bowls recently at Ross that had scripture on them. We are doing Christmas with our children and grands the day after Christmas and we are doing a Christmas brunch. Something a little different but I am beginning to like different in my older age. LOL! Merry Christmas Cindy.
    Connie Royals

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  3. Thanks Connie. A friend of mine saw the bowls at Ross and bought her a set. Anytime we can have Christmas with our family is good Connie. Brunch sounds yummy. Merry Christmas.

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  4. I always love looking at your table scapes and all your pretty arrangements! Those plates are beautiful. What a wonderful find! Have a blessed Merry Christmas.

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  5. Holy Moly--look at those gifts! Looks like Santa already arrived, wink and smiles. I love your table décor...have a beautiful Merry Christmas.

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    1. Well Linda they all aren't for grand babies .😂 I have to remind myself that they have parents ! lol .

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  6. Your decorations are breathtaking! I like the way Nana wrapped the kids presents, color coordinated there too! You rock, Cindy, and that prayer is special. I receive it, girl. Love you and Merry Christmas to you and your gorgeous family.

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    1. Awe thank you sweet Mary . I love to color cordinate but then I think I spend more on ribbon and paper rhan gift . Lol .

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  7. Hi Cindy, your tree and tablescape is gorgeous. I love the plates you found at Ross. They look beautiful on your table with the chargers and the dessert plates. Love your sweet centerpiece. Wishing you a beautiful Christmas making special memories with your family and friends. All the best in the new year too filled with many blessings. Thank you for your friendship. xo

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  8. Everything looks so pretty....I so love how you set your table, my Friend. And, yes, those plates are perfect for you! I HOPE the merriest of Christmases for you and your family, my Friend.

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  9. What a lovely table Cindy! Thanks for sharing your home and heart with us. Merry Christmas to you and your family...Hugs 😊

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  10. Merry Christmas blessings to you! Your home looks like it will be filled with Joy on Christmas day with your festive décor. I absolutely LOVE the new dishes and they do look perfect with the others.

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  11. So festive and beautiful!! We are using the wrapping paper!! From Costco?

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    1. Thanks Heather. No my paper came from good old Walmart!

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  12. Hi Cindy! Your table and all your decor and vignettes look beautiful and festive. I love those plates you found at Ross! I'm loving the verse...Nothng is impossible with God. I'm sure counting on it.
    Merry Christmas blessings to you and your family, my friend. Love and hugs are sent your way.

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    1. Thanks Kitty. Yes my sweet friend...Nothing is impossible with God!

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  13. I love those new dishes, Cindy! What wonderful reminders of an awesome, loving God! Wouldn't it be neat if each guest read their scripture as grace before dinner? Wishing you and your family a wonderful celebration! Zenda

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  14. Merry Christmas!!
    A few days late that is!! Your table scape is so pretty!! Love those dishes!!
    Wishing you also a Happy and Healthy New Year!!
    Hugs,
    Deb

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  15. Always beautiful!!!

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  16. It's hard to believe Christmas came and went so fast. Your decorations are beautiful, as is your family!

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So glad you stopped by to visit.
Hugs and blessings, Cindy

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