What I'm Liking This Morning

A colorful knitted sock monkey bearing gifts. Image found on Tumblr.

100% Christmas -- please follow these instructions.

And last but not least. I couldn't resist these otters.

It is drizzling rain and my quest to get ready for Christmas continues today along with the rest of the world. See you later.

Follow the Rooster

Those girls are not about to let him get away, are they? via

I adore this woodcut and watercolor Christmas card. via

I love this early Christmas greeting card showing Santa holding his sleigh bells. I got a lot done today inching toward the big day. via

Knitted Advent Swag ... Love It!

Wouldn't it be fun to wake up in this bed each morning in December? Other super-creative ideas for advent here.

Happiness is . . .

not having to share the oatmeal pot. Webster got the yogurt container so he was happy too.

It's Time to Say Goodnight

Another exhausting day comes to an end. Piggy loves the special tiger we keep for him here at the cottage. Webster is asleep on my bed and I'm not far behind. Goodnight.

Early American Children

Sturtevant J Hamblin (American artist 1817-1884)

I've always love folk portraits by this artist. Let's pretend these youngsters are dressed in their Christmas finery. via