Wednesday, December 23, 2015

AM I MISTAKEN??

Like I said…”Am I mistaken”…Christmas should not be here already should it?

Where has this month gone – the months are just flying by and I haven’t even caught up with last month it seems!


The surgery put me way behind and it’s even worse because I can’t do much for myself…just light duty and only things I can reach and not lift – where does that leave a person….well, laying on the sofa is getting mighty boring.

Except for dr. appointments, I did start getting out last week for some shopping and a few other things.

We went to Janesville for some Christmas shopping – what little bit I could do that is. 

So first let me back up here a bit – Christmas shopping!!! 
THANK GOODNESS for such wonderful children we have. 
Our son’s and daughter in-laws took over shopping. They all went out and bought their children’s gifts for us – they are even wrapping them – I feel so blessed. 

That just left stocking stuffers and groceries for us. Not a bad deal huh? 

So – back to getting out and doing things finally
 I took it slow though. 
While we were in Janesville Doug took me to lunch at Hacienda Real. One of my favorite places to eat and especially because they have the best Chicken Chimichanga’s. They are the closest I’ve had to what Chi-Chi’s had. 

We also had a baking day – it went well with Doug mostly doing the rolling and cutting and I manned the oven and taking them off the baking sheets.

Gotta love the wonderful back brace – then combine it with an apron
…new fashion statement! 


I guess I really don’t have much else to chat about because I haven’t ‘done much’.
As for our Christmas decorating - Doug did all….did I say I am blessed? Well, I really mean it! 

He did a lot more than I thought he would do….I said just the tree was enough but he went a bit further.
I haven’t been taking many pictures lately I guess mainly I haven’t felt like it. 
But I did get a few from around the house…. 

DINING ROOM







DEN


FAMILY ROOM
We decided on the small tree this year for convenience sake


KITCHEN



HALL


~ DID MY HUSBAND
DO GOOD OR WHAT!!! ~
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I PUT TWO PUNCH NEEDLE ON SALE

FOLK ART SHEEP








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Mounted on dark red wool to match the color of the flowers 
Size of the frame is 14-1/2" x 7-1/2" 
Orig. $65 
Now $55 plus shipping 


OLD TIME WOODY STATION WAGON
Wood frame measures 8 x 10" 
Design measured 5-1/4 x 3-3/4
and is mounted on a plaid that picks
up all the colors in the design. 
Orig. $45.00 
Now $35 plus shipping 

Email me if interested

That’s all I have my friends
HOPE YOU ALL HAVE A WONDERFUL MERRY CHRISTMAS. 
Travel safe if you are going to be on the roads 
Karen

27 comments:

  1. Have wonderful Christmas and a Happy New Year!
    Robyn

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  2. I hope your back brace isn't too uncomfortable. Yes your husband did a great job. Your house looks wonderful. The hall's wallpaper is one I almost put everywhere, just love it. Merry Christmas!!

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  3. Hi Karen! Doug did a fantastic job and your brace is definitely stylin'!!! Merry Christmas to you - hopefully you can dodge the raindrops. Good grief, it's raining buckets over by me, I even heard a rumble of thunder. Not exactly a white Christmas, but my heating bill will be verrryyy thankful, as will my wallet. Merry Christmas to you and wishes for a happy and healthy 2016! Jane

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  4. It is good to know you are feeling better. I have been thinking about you. Have a wonderful Christmas and a Happy New Year.
    Kathy

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  5. Glad your recovery is going well and that you've been able to participate a bit in Christmas preparations. Your home is lovely!

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  6. I am so glad to see that you are up and about and on the mend. Your decorations are beautiful. Have a very blessed and safe holiday.

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  7. I am so happy to hear dear friend that you are feeling much better..
    I love the sweet decorations so much
    Merry Christmas x

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  8. So nice hearing from You and so glad to hear your up and about... Doug did a magnificent job on decking the halls!!! Your home is very lovely!
    Wishing you and your family a Very Merry Christmas!
    Many Blessings
    Robin

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  9. So glad you are doing better, Karen. It's a long road back to normal after the type of surgery you had...brave girl!! Your home is beautiful...does Doug hire out?? Just askin'! Have a wonderful Christmas!!

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  10. Hi Karen, Love all of your beautiful decor, Doug did such a wonderful job!!!
    Wishing you a quick recovery! May you and your family have a beautiful Christmas. hugs, Lecia

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  11. Merry Christmas to you, Karen.
    Have a speedy recovery. Be patient, it will come.
    Your home is lovely and festive.
    Rose

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  12. So glad to see you up and around. I really know what you mean. I had surgery in Oct. so I'm just a bit further along, but not by much. We are both blessed with husbands that help so much. My DH did the majority of decorating too. I helped as I could. I still haven't put my stitched pillows on the couch. I spend too much time taking breaks there! I hope you and your family have a very Merry Christmas!! Take good care of yourself!

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  13. I forgot to say that your home is just beautiful and so warm and welcoming!!

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  14. You are like me when I broke my toe in the Fall. I could not decorate at all! From your pics, looks like hubby saved the day with decorating. Those cookies look yummy! Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! Janice

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  15. You look great for all you have been through. Can't believe your making all those cookies! That much is back breaking, standing and bending.
    ***Merry Christmas and Happy New Year***

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  16. Merry Christmas Karen and Doug! So happy to hear you are up and around at least good enough for a Mexican meal. Doug did a great job decorating the house and taking care of you while you recovered.

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  17. You have a Beautiful Home! Merry Christmas, Karen!

    Sandi

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  18. Karen,
    So happy you are on the mend.
    Hubby did an amazing job decorating!!!
    May you and Doug have the merriest Christmas ever and health and happiness to you in the new year.
    Christmas hugs :)
    Lauren

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  19. Merry Christmas to you and yours.... Your home looks so cozy decorated for the Holidays!!!! Blessings Francine,

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  20. glad you could do some things, your photos are always wonderful.
    hope you had a lovely day, take care and rest as you need to.
    hugs.

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  21. Love your pictures Karen. I hope your holidays are wonderful. Happy New Year!

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  22. Your husband did a wonderful job. I don't think it would be a good idea to have mine make cookies. He's better at eating. Thank you for sharing with us. I wish you a very healthy and happy holiday season.

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  23. Greetings, Karen,
    I hope this finds you well and enjoying the holiday season. It is always a delight to visit your blog.

    I wish we lived near and I could have helped you with simple tasks after your surgery. I know, after my surgery, so many times, I just wished I had a sister!

    Take care, ~Natalie

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  24. Hello Karen. Always such pretty home decor. Hopping you are doing well, and had a wonderful Christmas :)

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  25. Wonderful !! Happy New Year, dear friend.. xo

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  26. Glad to hear that you seem to be coming along nicely. I sure was thinking of you and offering up many prayers for you. I hope all turned out well. May you and Doug have a wonderful and Blessed Happy New Year. Keep improving, please!

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  27. hello dear,
    me so glad that you are on the mend..
    your home is so pretty..
    merry christmas and happy new year.
    hugs x

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So glad you came to visit - feel free to leave a comment.
I will try and answer as many as I can - maybe not immediately but I will get to you!

Karen