I am excited and somtimes overwhelmed with the thought of all that I still need to accomplish before then, but we are keeping busy and having fun this December.
Here are the tins of magnets that are ready to be delivered to a few neighbors and friends in the ward. Each tin is wrapped in a paper band that is secured with one of the magnets. I love the way they turned out! 
Here is the inside -- I couldn't get a great picture, because there is not enough light in our house to get a good close-up. This gives a general idea, though. I think the magnets turned out great! I made a set for myself because they were too cute not to keep some!
In the past week, I have also: crocheted a hat, 2 purses, and 2 scarves. Made cookies for an enrichment cookie exchange activity. Taught a mini-class on time-management for the same activity. Attended book club. Attended a holiday get-together at the home of some ward friends (appetizer in tow). Given Hadley a haircut (sooo cute). Gone visiting-teaching. Gone shopping for those last minute stocking stuffers & out to dinner with Alan. Began crocheting a surprise gift for each child (not sure if these will be finished before we leave!)
I still need to: Make 3 dozen rolls for the ward Christmas party on Saturday. Make a crocheted, felted purse for a gift exchange next week. Deliver the little magnet tins. Finish doing the laundry (does this ever really get "finished?"). Make a list, check it twice and pack, pack, pack! Run errands to the bank, Target, and Barnes & Noble. Re-charge the portable DVD player and get movies for the kids to take on the plane. Find some cute black jeans. Clean the bathrooms.
I'm sure there's more, but I need to refer to my master list...
Needless to say, we've all been exhausted! Here's a shot Alan snapped last Friday when I got home from teaching my weekly yoga class...
Nothing better than snuggle time on the couch! But, it could lead to this...
Come to think of it, I could use a nap about NOW! Mom, if you are reading this, all I want for Christmas is to sleep in for a day or two!
Finally, in the latest Peck Family news, Alan accepted a new job working as the web Art Director for Bare Necessities! (they sell underwear. :) ) We are so relieved to be able to have stable, predictable employment again! HOORAY! Thanks to everyone for all of your thoughts and prayers. We hope to see you all soon!
4 comments:
Wow, your busyness is impressive!! Love the neighbor gift idea...I had been thinking about that one myself. If only I could be there to go to your yoga classes. See you soon.
Hmm...I guess now that Alan has a job with benefits I can start expecting a new Spydie baby...
DUDE YOU ROCK!!!! I adore the idea and may have to steal it, with your permission of course! I can represent on the west coast!!! you are too clever! love it!
rebeccad
i hope you did get that nap!
we loved seeing you over the holidays. dinner was so yum i am still thinking about indian food.
the tiny magnets you made in the little tins, darling!
i hope your neighbors loved them.
such sweet pictures of you and the kids. J.
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