Are The Holiday's Really Almost Over?

GIRLS! How was your Christmas? I hope and pray that is was filled with so much love, and of course, no holiday is complete unless much laughter is involved, too.

So, I am very curious as to what you all did for Christmas this year, and what you got. So, why don't you leave a comment (and don't forget to add your name if you are posting as an anonymous blogger) and tell me your favorite gift this year. Girls, this is no contest, and it doesn't have to be something big at all, just tell me your favorite gift you received.

For instance, I got 3 pairs of socks in my stocking that I absolutely love. They are long socks that I can wear with my boots, which thrills my little heart because I didn't have any. Yes, I did get some other fun things, but I loved my socks.

So, spill the beans, what did you get?

Well girls, I am back at work, so I better concentrate, but I just wanted to pop in and say hello.

Be looking for a post real soon about something I would love for all of us to do this coming year. It is something I am personally going to do, and I would love for y'all to join me in the journey! Want to know what it is? Well, be sure to come back within the next few days.

Love you girls dearly and hope you all have a wonderful week off of school. Let's go see a movie! Any takers? :)

Lindsee

Christmas Traditions

Hello, sweet girls! Well, I am hoping that by the time you read this, you will be DONE with school! I am so happy for y'all and know you are so ready for a break. It has been a crazy semester, hasn't it?!

I just wanted to pop in here for a second and see what kind of traditions you and your family might have at Christmas time?

I would tell you some of mine, however, I can't really think of one particular thing we do every year.

Normally though, if we are in Houston, we go to the Christmas Eve service here at church and then just chill out at home afterwards. Also, if we are in Houston, we celebrate Christmas day with some of our good friends. It is always a wonderful time.

When we go to Colorado for Christmas (which is every few years!) we have a completely different schedule. We are always hopping from house to house to see everybody.

So, what are some of your traditions? Let's hear them!

And if I don't get back on here, or see you before Christmas, I hope that you have a very, Merry Christmas! I love you, sisters!

Lindsee

A Christmas Survey

Hello, precious girls! I saw this survey on another blog and thought it was really fun, so I thought I would post my answers on this blog! I absolutely LOVE Christmas. It is by far my favorite holiday. (Next runner up is Thanksgiving!) So, I thought it would be fun for us to share a little bit about our Christmas's. Feel free to leave your answers in a comment. I would LOVE to hear them!

1. Fresh Tree or Fake Tree
Fake (As much as I love the smell of a fresh one, I am completely allergic…as is the rest of the fam!)

2. Favorite Ornament
I have 2. For some reason I am completely enamored with this gumball ornament we’ve had since I was little, nothing special about it, I just like it. Then we have this Santa you press and it sings to you. Always a joy!

3. Favorite Christmas Song
"Jesus Born on This Day" (Either by Mariah Carey or Avalon) , “Ring the Bells” by Travis Cottrell, “All I Want for Christmas” by Mariah Carey

4. Favorite Tradition
Driving around looking at lights (Especially in Prestonwood!), all while enjoying some Amy Grant or Mariah Carey Christmas in the CD player, and sipping on some Hot Chocolate. This is especially fun when I’m with my girlfriends.

5. Favorite Gift Ever Received
When Rollerblades first came out, both my brother and I really wanted some. However, they were quite pricey so my parents told us to not expect them because it was out of the budget. So, Christmas morning we were completely surprised when there was rollerblades for each of us sitting by our stocking. Needless to say, we rollerbladed the rest of the day!

6. Favorite Christmas Meal
Turkey, mashed potatoes, green bean casserole, fruit salad, rolls, cheese ball and crackers and a chocolate pie to finish it off.

7. Favorite Christmas Cookie
Pillsbury sugar cookies you can decorate on your own! They are so soft!

8. Favorite Place To Be
Colorado with the rest of our extended family!

9. Favorite Memory
The Christmas Eve that it snowed in Houston is pretty high up there, however, last Christmas in Colorado it snowed ALL day. It was indeed a very white Christmas, and the only day it snowed the whole time we were there!

10. Favorite Christmas Movie
My top 3 favorites are: “Elf”, “Christmas Vacation” and “A Christmas Story” H-I-L-A-R-I-O-U-S!

So, what about you? Merry "Early" Christmas!

Lindsee

A Message from John Krasinski

Also known as Jim Halpert from The Office.

On our flight home from Mexico on Tuesday, my reading material consisted of People Magazine.

I came across a mini article on John (we're totally on a first name basis) and my excitement about the magazine and this actor rose to a new level.

They were asking him simple questions and when asked about his home town, this is what he said.

"I miss the East Coast," says the Massachusetts native. "When the girls are bundled up, it's extremely se*y."

WHEN THEY ARE BUNDLED UP! Not when they're in skimpy swim suits or about to loose all of their business out of a shirt, but when they are bundled up.

I'm not to sure how many of you are smitten over him, but I am. I mean, really y'all, to hear that Jim from the office thinks that a girl is more attractive bundled up, means a lot. Most men, especially in the Hollywood business, would never say that.

Girls, you and I can totally learn from this. Most times we think that the only to get a guy is to dress immodestly, I beg to differ. If we want a boy that respects us and treats us how we should be treated, than we don't want the ones that want us for our body. That is totally a trap! And, if we do dress like that, we aren't doing our brothers in Christ a favor, we are only making them stumble and sin.

If you feel the tug on your heart, or your palms are sweating because you've fallen into this trap, I would do a heart check! I've had to do a heart check a few times myself because I so used to be the one to wear short shorts and spaghetti straps and thought all was well. Little did I know (however, consciously I did know), I wasn't doing anyone a favor.

I just pray that we have young godly men who rise up and think the same thing and that the young godly girls would listen and heed the wise advice and wait for a man that respects them and their bodies.

So, as if we didn't love Jim enough, don't you think he's just precious?! I do.

Do you want to be attractive? Then bundle up, sweet girls! ;)

Love,

Lindsee