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{It's A New Beginning Y'all}

  It's a tad late to wish a  Happy New Year but I sure hope that it's kicked off good for everyone. Ours kicked off with being so THANKFUL for what God has done and is doing. As I told my family as we were reminiscing over 2024, "There is a lot of 2024 I DO NOT WANT A RE-DO but the Lord has surely taught me so very much. I am truly thankful for each breath, each day, family and close friends. We had our three youngest grands for New Years Eve. We had a great time and the girls enjoyed a little fishing, bonfire with their great-grandfather and roasting marshmallows. Their great-grandfather will be 90 years old next month. As most of you know I do a monthly focus board and this makes my 3rd or 4th year. I've lost count. Only fitting that New Beginnings would be my focus for January. This has been so good for me as it sits on my kitchen counter so I can see it daily. Wonderful way to focus and quote God's Word daily.  I felt up to hosting a lunch and movie day with ...
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{Good Times With Family}

I hope that you all had a wonderful Thanksgiving. Our family surely enjoyed our day with extended family. We always have MORE than you could imagine to eat and such a great time together. 


Granddaughter Mallory turned 14 on Nov. 23rd so we celebrated her a few days before Thanksgiving with cake and ice cream.


She had a great birthday. She went to see The Christmas Carol at the Alhambra Dinner Theatre and loved it.

 

We snapped a few pictures on Thanksgiving day and as always, I am so proud of my family. 

I did take a little time for "tea time" and whipped up a pineapple, mango, and cinnamon spice loaded tea. YUM!

We loaded up Thanksgiving afternoon and went with the guys to our hunting grounds and done a little hunting, eating out and shopping. My oldest daughter didn't go as my grandson had a football game. Which, she doesn't hunt either but hates being left out so....

She cloned herself in our picture. LOL!


Aren't these shoes the cutest? I found these at TJ Maxx and of course the colors are my fav. 


My middle daughter gifted me a cute package of Skinny Syrups which I love! 


And....I gifted myself some new holiday spice tea. Which, I have some steeping while I blog. 


There is a little nip in the air so thinking a nice cozy fire is in the makings on this Sunday afternoon. Will be perfect with my holiday spice tea don't ya think? 

December is right around the corner and I am praying to have a most JOYOUS Christmas holiday. I never tire of the sights, sounds and smells of Christmas. Praying that you all have a wonderful week and that you are gearing up for a little Christmas JOY too. 

Hugs and blessings, Cindy






 


 

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  1. Creations By CindyNovember 28, 2021 at 5:18 PM

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  2. BarbaraNovember 28, 2021 at 6:42 PM

    LOVE Mallory's cake! Wow! I could fall face-first into all that frosting and be very happy!

    Cloning a person into a photo. I have a story about that. A person I know very well had a son's girlfriend included in a family photo. Later, the couple broke up. So the person I know very well removed the former girlfriend out of the picture and in her place put the family dog!! It was a real work of art.

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    1. Creations By CindyNovember 29, 2021 at 8:16 AM

      She loved her cake. That is too funny about the cloning Barbara. I've learned over the years when making family pictures you are better off to do several. A few with the boy/girl friend and several without!!! P.S. Thanks for your help too! Hugs and blessings, Cindy

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    2. BarbaraNovember 29, 2021 at 8:06 PM

      You're welcome!

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  3. Pamela M. SteinerNovember 28, 2021 at 7:38 PM

    Wonderful family times...beautiful family pictures, even the cloned one! Very clever! That birthday cake is amazing!!!! Wow! Did you make that? So pretty!! Your shoes are adorable, and your home looks comfy and cozy and ready for Christmas and winter time fun. Yes, some spiced tea and a fire sounds pretty nice to me too! You are very clever with your decorations and it always looks SO pretty! Thank you for sharing with us!! Happy Advent season leading to Christmas!!

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    1. Creations By CindyNovember 29, 2021 at 8:17 AM

      Thanks Pam. Mallory gave me her cake request so I made her cake for her. Not a pro by any means but for the grandbabies I will sure try to add a special touch. The tea was good! I actually made another cup and saved it to make myself a coffee/tea drink with Caramel pecan. YUM!

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  4. SusanNovember 29, 2021 at 1:16 AM

    Wonderful pictures. That close up one of you and your daughter's is just wonderful. Love those shoes! Happy Birthday to your grand daughter. My grandson just turned 14 on Nov. 10th. They sure do grow up way to fast! Oh and that cake was so pretty!

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    1. Creations By CindyNovember 29, 2021 at 10:42 AM

      Thank you Susan. YES, those grands growing up on us for sure.

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  5. thepaintedapron.comNovember 29, 2021 at 8:20 AM

    It sounds like you had a wonderful Thanksgiving week, and the family photos are fabulous! It's so nice you live so close to your girls and grands...on to December and Christmas!
    Jenna

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    1. Creations By CindyNovember 29, 2021 at 10:42 AM

      Thanks Jenna. Yes, I am truly blessed to have my daughters and their families close by.

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  6. Pam RichardsonNovember 29, 2021 at 9:00 AM

    Cindy, what a sweet post of your beautiful family. Happy belated birthday to Mallory. I need to make a run to TJ Maxx to see if they have those darling shoes. Happy Monday my friend!

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    1. Creations By CindyNovember 29, 2021 at 10:43 AM

      Thanks Pam. I have been wanting some Blowfish tennis shoes and in those colors. I was so delighted to find those at TJ Maxx.

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  7. LindaNovember 29, 2021 at 9:36 AM

    You made that cake? WOW! Awesome! Wishing Mallory, a belated happy birthday. Wishing a beautiful week, smiles.

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    1. Creations By CindyNovember 29, 2021 at 10:44 AM

      Linda, if you come to see me I will make you one of those delicious cakes! LOL! Hope your week is wonderful.

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  8. MargieNovember 29, 2021 at 7:33 PM

    Your Thanksgiving family photos are fabulous! I also salute your daughter's photoshop skills. HA!

    I'm loving the cute tin for your holiday tea (I'm a sucker for packaging).

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    1. Creations By CindyNovember 30, 2021 at 5:19 PM

      Thanks Margie. Girl.....I like packaging too! Sometimes I pay more money just because of the packaging! LOL!

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  9. Granny MarigoldNovember 29, 2021 at 7:52 PM

    I hope Mallory had a wonderful birthday. Her cake is certainly amazing!!! Love all your pictures of your family. And the new shoes? They look great.

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    1. Creations By CindyNovember 30, 2021 at 5:20 PM

      Thanks GM. Mallory loved her cake and that made Nana happy. Wore my new shoes today. Love them.

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  10. JunkchiccottageNovember 29, 2021 at 9:41 PM

    You guys take the best pics together. Such a beautiful gang! The cake for Mallory looks so yummy. Glad you had a great time for Thanksgiving. xoxo Kris

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    1. Creations By CindyNovember 30, 2021 at 5:20 PM

      Thanks Kris. We had a wonderfully blessed Thanksgiving.

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  11. kitty@ Kitty's Kozy KitchenNovember 30, 2021 at 8:48 AM

    Happy Birthday to beautiful Mallory! The cake is superb, Cindy! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
    Your family is such a blessing to you!
    Love your new shoes and that holiday tea! Happy week to you 😘

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    1. Creations By CindyNovember 30, 2021 at 5:21 PM

      Thank you Kitty. Girl, that tea is really good! I love spice though! Keeps life interesting. LOL!

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  12. CherylNovember 30, 2021 at 1:48 PM

    It is always such a joy to come here and visit with you, sweet friend. It brightens my day. May God bless you and your family with the best of Christmas seasons!

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    1. Creations By CindyNovember 30, 2021 at 5:21 PM

      Thank you sweet Cheryl. I am already enjoying the holidays. Girl, made cocoa bombs today! Can't wait to make more for my family.

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  13. Lea @ CiCis CornerDecember 5, 2021 at 8:25 PM

    Yes, I agree, always fun to see what you and your family have been up to. Such great pics! Happiest of holidays Cindy!

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  14. Visits With MaryDecember 7, 2021 at 12:16 PM

    Happy, Happy Birthday to Mallory! I always enjoy pictures of your beautiful family and look forward to more during this wonderful time of year. Hope your cookies turned out great!!

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  15. Linda @ Life and LindaDecember 7, 2021 at 1:27 PM

    Such a photogenic family. Cindy. I love the lipstick! Happy Birthday to Mallory. A beautiful family to celebrate the holidays. Blessings

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

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