Aroma of Fresh Baked Bread

Is there anything better than eating a slice of bread just out of the oven slathered with butter? It melts in your mouth. This whole wheat bread is very healthy and delicious. My daughter started milling her own flour from whole wheat about four years ago. She gave us bread so generously for so long we finally broke down out of shame and started making it too.  I did it all at first and now my husband does most of the work. I measure out ingredients and clean up now. His bread is better than mine and we use the same recipe!

Sentimental Nativities

For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Savior, who is Christ the Lord. Luke 2:11

It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas

Hark the Herald's Angels sing Glory to the Newborn King.

 My mother's crystal from the 1940's is by Fostoria and it is so special to me. I love my crystal from the 70's but it does not compare to Meadow Rose by Fostoria.

Vintage ornaments always draw my eye. I love pretty nostalgic ornaments!

 Gardening is a passion of mine and I learned recently how to buy a fresh poinsettia. I am continually amazed that you can goggle anything. I goggled "how to buy a poinsettia" and there are many pointers. Check it out.

Thanksgiving at our house was very special because all our family was together. We sat by the fire pit frequently and ate very well for days. 

While my husband was cooking steaks the rest of the family enjoyed this brie cheese sitting around the fire pit. 

Our Thanksgiving Table

Dishes...vintage English Game Set bought at Brimfield Antique Show in MA 

Placemats and napkins....Bed, Bath, & Beyond

Gold chargers...Wal-mart

sterling flatware...Buttercup by Gorham

Crystal...Franciscan