My LEGO Masterpiece

LEGO Christmas tree

I saw this online and had to have it. Some of y’all might think I’m obsessed with LEGOs. I can’t imagine why you’d think that … What’s the coolest thing you’ve ever built with LEGOs?

Holiday Challenge: Say the Unsaid

family photo

For the past few years, I’ve made a complete Thanksgiving dinner at our house before we celebrate with extended family. It’s the one time each year we get out the china, silver and Waterford crystal and eat by candlelight in the dining room. It takes all day to prepare the turkey, dressing, side dishes and [...]

Black Friday: Who’s Buying What and Where?

Black Friday shopping

Here’s an interesting infographic about Black Friday shopping. Is it me or is it just nuts to get up at 3:00 – 4:00 a.m. to go Christmas shopping? On the other hand, I’ve spent a total of 24 hours camping out for the original iPhone and the iPad2, so I suppose I shouldn’t comment. I’m [...]

Memphis Connect: Christmas Eve at Church

I just posted this on Memphis Connect: Local churches offer a variety of Christmas Eve opportunities this week. A wide selection of styles and formats means you’ll surely find a place that will suit your beliefs and preferences. Styles range from lively, family-oriented pageants to quiet, contemplative candlelit services. Read the rest on Memphis Connect [...]

Christmas 2.0

My Christmas tree doesn’t look like this anymore. In fact. there are no gifts under the tree at all. There isn’t even a tree skirt; the dogs just keep playing with it and doing their business on it, so what’s the use? These days, the girls’ Christmas lists just include money and gift cards so [...]