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The Big White Farmhouse

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November 26, 2012

{christmas} My Christmas Season Goals 2012

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1. Be okay with simple.  I have a newborn in the house this year, so all of my lofty baking and crafting plans just may not happen.  And that’s okay.  My hope is to try ONE new recipe and ONE crafty project with the boys.  Anything more is just icing on the cake.

2. Quality is more important than quantity.  The kids don’t need gobs of new toys, regardless of the pressure from outside sources.  A few thoughtfully planned gifts are more than enough.

3. Corny and cliche, but true: Remember the reason for the season.  I want to make an effort this year to keep my eyes on the bigger picture, instead of getting bogged down on the details.     

In order to fully experience this beautiful season, I’m taking a blogging break throughout December.  I want to be fully present to my little family!  But be sure to check back here at the Big White Farmhouse in January…I’ve got big plans for this space! 

Wishing you and yours a blessed Advent season! xo

November 21, 2012

{month of thanksgiving} Day 21: YOU!

Day 21: Today I am so, so thankful for you! Yes you, blog reader!  Blogging has become such a blessing in my life.  There are so many amazing people that I otherwise would never have met.  Thank you for your friendship…I hope someday we can meet in person!

Wishing you a wonderful Thanksgiving holiday!

November 20, 2012

{month of thanksgiving} Day 17-20: Full Days & Fussy Nights

Days 17-20: I’m thankful for that sweet baby girl who (thankfully!) gets a little happier everyday.  We’re 99% sure she has some sort of reflux issue and I have been deleting food groups from my diet like it’s going out of style.  Goodbye coffee, dairy and anything remotely spicy.  Needless to say, she’s been quite fussy and her only happy place seems to be firmly attached to me in the wrap!  I’m trying not to stress about the growing laundry pile and the toy explosion in the living room.  Instead, I’m trying to be thankful for this extra time with my Little Miss.  I know it only lasts for an instant.     

November 16, 2012

{month of thanksgiving} Day 16: My Birthday Boy


Day 16: Today I am so thankful for this boy, the one who made me a Mamma six years ago today.  He is sweet and helpful, eager to learn and full of curiosity.  His requests for his special day: crepes for breakfast and “super yummy tacos” for dinner.  He’s so easy to please.  I’m thankful he loves his Mamma’s cooking!

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