The world didn't end.....my cousin in Austrailia told us it was 'business as usual', as she left us hanging cause she was having a massage! haha
We had a wonderful, cold Christmas!
Would have been better if Kalen was here, but he did call from the ship, and everyone talked to him!
I was spoiled, as usual!
Gotta tell ya the highlights!
I got a $1,000.00 travel vouchure from my bosses!
When I thanked them for it, I told them it was right up there with the tickets the kids got me to go see Emerson Drive, Doc Walker & Aaron Pritchett!!!!!
I worked Thursday & Friday, and will work Monday!
My mom had called Sunday, and asked about brining the turkey;.......get on the internet & look it up, and call me back....hahahaha!
So I did, we did,
http://allrecipes.com/recipe/turkey-brine/
http://savorysweetlife.com/2010/11/how-to-brine-a-turkey/
turned out great; don't put the stuffing in it, the gravy was awesome!
Didn't have to add anything!
I just used what was in my pantry, and I'd do it again!
Had trifle for dessert!
We ate too much, laughed too hard, played games, and the kids even took out the skidoos Christmas Day, in -30 something with the windchill!
Ya know you're from Canada when...............
They got all dressed up, and we asked if they went to the bathroom!
My gf was here, and she said kids should be sent out on the step, before you get them all dressed up, cause when that cold air hits them........................
She's the same gf who said, "You've got Christmas everywhere, and no tree!"
See, no one really missed it!
And one less headache and stresser for me!
(Hahahaha that rhymes!)
Vanessa was babysitting her cousins dog over Christmas, her name is Reese!
She didn't stay long when wanting out!
Someone had to dress up and go with her, or she wouldn't get off the step!
I. KNOW!
A dog in the house; she was no trouble!
Here's Buster at work, knawing on road kill!
I told B there was half a dinosaur out my office window!
Ya know yur a redneck when you give your pet half the animal for a bone!
Shadow's been loving her heated dog bed already this year I can tell you!
Last year she slept outside, cause it was too warm for her!
It's on the upward swing, days getting longer!
I see this morning it's only -6!
OMG, it'll feel tropical out compared to what we've had!
I better go, get ready to go to town.
I'm delivering AVON, and looking after houses for 2 gf's!
Ya, I know!
What was I thinkin!
I hate intensly dislike going to town, on weekends & holidays, unless I'm going to something!
I'll get over it!
Ray hurt his back; thinks he's 20;
pulled something putting a humongous log in the wood furnace!
Yeah, I know you're thinking 'how convenient';
but he really did, he's got drugs & everything!
My mission today is to pull some snow off the roof!
(Which was Rays' mission, until he screwed that up!)
We have a handy dandy thing called a 'roof rake'!
It's awesome, as long as the snow is not packed!
Anyhoo, I made a card for my gfs stepdad who had a heart attack just before Christmas:
He's a John Deere man!
Farmed forever, still has a tractor or 2!
Hence the John Deere green!
I hope you all had a wonderful Christmas!
Thanks to my blog friends that sent me cards & stuff! You know who you are!
I appreciate it!
Happy New Year everyone......just in case I don't get on here again before then!
Hope you're all well!
Ta ta for now!
14 comments:
Gail
Great pics and so glad you had a great Christmas.
Going to look up the sites when I find a minute to really look.
Trifle made my mouth water.
Your card is cool.
Happy New Year.
Myrna
Fabulous pictures Gail looks like and sounds like you all have fun, hope your gfs step dad is okay having had an Heart attack take care and all the best for 2013 xx
Sounds like you had a really good time! That trifle looks delicious - I decided on bringing a tiramisu to the New Year's party I'll be attending, will be a first. And as one of the hostesses is another moose fan, there will also be a lemon moose cake... got this standing moose cake thingy for Christmas and this is the perfect occasion to give it a try. Have fun with the roof rake and a happy New Year!
wow what a trifle, I love trifle's, great photo's too, and love your card
wishing you well for the New Year
Hugs Kate xx
Gail, you are a hoot. We also had snow and had to do the roof rake thingy! Kids were so excited about the snow as we didn't get but a drop all last winter (I personally thought that was great)
That Trifle looks so good....WOW! Cute card, he is going to love it. Happy New Year to you and yours, may life's blessing continue to bless you in the New Year, with good health and happiness.
Hugs
Sue
Wow, you've been busy Gail. Glad to hear your Christmas celebration went well. Never heard of brining a turkey!!! Sorry to hear about hubby's back, hope you didn't freeze getting that snow off the roof.
Your card is lovely, love the design and that cute little tractor looks great, just right for a farmer.
Hugs,
Sandy
Gail
Happy New Year to you and yours. May 2013 be a spectacular year for you.
Myrna
Well it sure looks like you have had a fun Christmas Gail, Shadow looks like he had a fab time too , a heated bed ....I bet he is always in it ( he looks a super dog).
Can I come work for your boss.....what a super gift !!
May I wish you and your family a Very Happy New Year Biggest Hugs Elaine
Happy New Year Gail!! I always have a good laugh while reading about your life! I wish I had half an animal to give our three dogs cuz they always hang around me and are worse than a pack of to year olds! That trifle lookssss sooooo yummy that I would love to steal it and find a dark corner to devour the whole thing and not share. Love all that snow! It looks so clean and bright!
Anyhoo..... I hope you have a wonderful 2013!! If I finally have a winning lottery ticket we will still do that fun plan with Myrna!
Hugzz..
Sheree
Happy New Year Gail and Best Wishes for 2013!! Bet it was a fun packed Christmas at your house with everyone there. Love and Hugs Chanelle xxx
Oh my goodness Gail!! Looks like you had such a wonderful time you lucky duck!! :) Happy New Year and your dessert is making me hungry!! LOL!! Love your card and fun design!! My dad would love it!! I appreciate you stopping by! Thanks for sharing!! Have a happy day! Smiles and Hugs - *Vicki*
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Dear Gail
For the New Year I send you only the best wishes - so much health, happiness, love, a lot of dreams that go into fulfilment and creativity.
Thank you again also very much for all your visits and all the so lovely comments everytime on my blog.
Hugs Claudia
Hi there Gail .interesting reading is your post .
Love the trifle ..used to make it a lot when kids little but not so much now . Mind you I would eat some if somebody made me one ..
fabulous masculine card great images and colour.
Shirley-Anne
Happy New Year Gail!
Looks like you had a wonderful holiday season. We spent Christmas day with some English friends and enjoyed our very first English Christmas dinner, including the inevitable turkey, Christmas pudding and trifle. The only snow we saw was on the very top of the mountains LOL.
Thanks for your visits to my blog and your lovely comments.
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