So yesterday morning I started my morning reading the Wall Street Journal. Just like I do every morning (NOT!) And what did I find on the cover of the Personal Journal Section!? Yes – that would be a picture of my family Christmas card for this year!! Actually I knew it was going to be [...]
Dinner Party Flop – No Apologies Needed!!
December 13, 2011 By 24 Comments
I have always loved this Julia Child quote: “No matter what happens in the kitchen, never apologize.” —Julia Child I had to take that quote to heart last night. We had a lovely dinner party with a group of our empty nester friends. It was potluck and I provided the main dish and dessert. [...]
The Power of Tradition
December 12, 2011 By 13 Comments
I’ve been thinking a lot about traditions this past week. Part of it is the time of year. For most people a lot of tradition comes with the holiday season. For our family there are many traditions including our fondue dinner Christmas Eve and acting out the nativity story in full costume. Even though my [...]
What to Wear for a Family Photo
December 8, 2011 By 7 Comments
I know this may sound strange to some people but I think my favorite part of having a family photo taken is deciding what everyone is going to wear! Seriously!! I have had several requests from people to share with you the process I go through when selecting clothing for a family photo. I did [...]
Easy Canvas Print Giveaway Winner and Macy’s Santa
December 7, 2011 By 1 Comment
Our family was famous yesterday, for about 15 minutes. We were actually on the front page of The Oregonian. For the last 27 years we have taken our children to see Santa at a department store downtown, as far as my children were and are concerned he is the “real” Santa. I’ve written about it [...]
Family Photos
December 5, 2011 By 21 Comments
We spent Thanksgiving in Utah with our four kids. Being all together for any extended period of time only happens a couple of times a year now (so sad.) I knew that if I was going to get a photo taken for our Christmas card this was my opportunity! I had a vision in my [...]
Gratitude and Giveaway
November 27, 2011 By 2 Comments
Just wanted to remind you about the great giveaway I have going until tomorrow night, Nov. 29th at midnight. Head on over to this post and enter to win a free 8 x 10 or a $10.00 gift card to Easy Canvas Prints. Check out the print I had made too! I hope you all [...]
Birthday Box
November 3, 2011 By 14 Comments
Today is this beautiful girl’s birthday. Twenty two years ago she arrived in our family. After two boys we were so excited to have our girl. She was arriving a little early so the delivery room was full of people. We didn’t know if we were having a boy or girl. I haven’t known what [...]
Giveaway Winner and Halloween
October 30, 2011 By 9 Comments
Congratulations to Number 11! 11 Melissa says: We love chocolate chip cookies at our house. These and ice cream are my daughters favorite things for a sweet treat! Melissa, email me at yourhomebasedmom@gmail.com with your mailing info and Tate’s Bake Shop will get your prize right out to you! A big yummy thank you to [...]
Halloweenie Roast}2011
October 29, 2011 By 4 Comments
Our annual neighbor Halloweenie Roast was Friday night. I am thankful for neighbors who let me borrow their kids (the parents were invited too.) It just makes me happy. My husband is grateful too. He prefers it when I’m happy! I pulled out my trusty old framed chalkboard and Halloween pennant banner. My fun [...]
