tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3830720322970025712.post4884085551775604214..comments2024-03-27T02:54:47.055-04:00Comments on Sparrow Tree Journal: Winter breakJenniferhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12512800812290518552noreply@blogger.comBlogger49125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3830720322970025712.post-3166002877417174872022-12-24T02:06:29.502-05:002022-12-24T02:06:29.502-05:00Your home looks beautiful and the elephants show s...Your home looks beautiful and the elephants show so well. Your ficus and your larger tree are shining so prettily. I sure hope Gregg's pay is sorted out quickly. I told my sons let's limit gift buying to two presents each this year and they readily agreed, so that is a nice change.Terra https://www.blogger.com/profile/04396481049075747940noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3830720322970025712.post-71434435796406866982022-12-18T11:15:26.434-05:002022-12-18T11:15:26.434-05:00My tree with all its glittering ornaments WAS as s...My tree with all its glittering ornaments WAS as stunner...see my latest post! Haha! Thank you for stopping by. Your dinner sounds nice. Nothing better than turkey, mashed potatoes, and veggies. Merry Christmas to you!Jenniferhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12512800812290518552noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3830720322970025712.post-85098194793387026962022-12-18T10:29:39.467-05:002022-12-18T10:29:39.467-05:00Your tree with all its glittering silver ornaments...Your tree with all its glittering silver ornaments is a stunner.<br />I'm hosting my in laws for Christmas dinner per usual. There'll be 11 of us this year. I'm a big believer in "keeping it simple." My mother in law cooks the turkey at her house and brings it with her when she arrives. I focus on the mashed potatoes and other vegetables- easy peasy. (We both contribute dessert.) My main goal for Christmas Day is to remain calm and enjoy the company. I hope you and Gregg enjoy a lovely and calm Christmas day as well. I also hope Gregg soon receives his back pay... how frustrating!Melinda from Ontariohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09019426158896831594noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3830720322970025712.post-30545189532049231742022-12-18T10:16:31.368-05:002022-12-18T10:16:31.368-05:00Neil, one day I want to make Yorkshire puddings. I...Neil, one day I want to make Yorkshire puddings. I'll need your help and advice since I don't know the first thing about it! :)Jenniferhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12512800812290518552noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3830720322970025712.post-82145535801914501762022-12-18T10:15:07.036-05:002022-12-18T10:15:07.036-05:00Enjoy your break, too, Michael! It's always so...Enjoy your break, too, Michael! It's always sorely needed by this point in the school year, isn't it? Merry Christmas to you, my friend! xxJenniferhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12512800812290518552noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3830720322970025712.post-64412838976634270752022-12-18T10:14:04.902-05:002022-12-18T10:14:04.902-05:00Thanks Ellen! I love all the silver and sparkles o...Thanks Ellen! I love all the silver and sparkles on our tree. Being at home with my husband, dogs, and bird is my favorite thing in the world. :)Jenniferhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12512800812290518552noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3830720322970025712.post-67262536042805645632022-12-18T10:12:52.862-05:002022-12-18T10:12:52.862-05:00You are so kind! Thank you! I hope the Moon family...You are so kind! Thank you! I hope the Moon family has a wonderful holiday. I'm sure you will--there's so much love in your family. That's all any of us really need at Christmas. xxJenniferhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12512800812290518552noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3830720322970025712.post-7647552035108272862022-12-18T10:11:10.831-05:002022-12-18T10:11:10.831-05:00The animal shelter where our George came from is a...The animal shelter where our George came from is always in need, too. I'd much rather spend money on a worthy cause like that than on a bunch of stuff which, as you say, no one really needs or even wants!<br /><br />Happy holidays to you and yours! Thanks for stopping by!Jenniferhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12512800812290518552noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3830720322970025712.post-66332942291086119342022-12-18T10:09:25.461-05:002022-12-18T10:09:25.461-05:00When I mentioned effort, I wasn't really talki...When I mentioned effort, I wasn't really talking about putting up the tree and candles. It was more about not cooking/baking for three days straight, buying gifts for all and sundry, and going to one social gathering after another. Sparkly lights are essential for Christmas, though! :) Jenniferhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12512800812290518552noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3830720322970025712.post-91938741656507737562022-12-18T10:07:02.914-05:002022-12-18T10:07:02.914-05:00What a lot of nice things to say! Thank you so muc...What a lot of nice things to say! Thank you so much. I hope your holidays are wonderful and all that you want them to be!Jenniferhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12512800812290518552noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3830720322970025712.post-44061181555466047162022-12-18T10:06:08.807-05:002022-12-18T10:06:08.807-05:00You're right, of course. Merry Christmas Colet...You're right, of course. Merry Christmas Colette!Jenniferhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12512800812290518552noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3830720322970025712.post-84827562331449213632022-12-18T10:05:39.607-05:002022-12-18T10:05:39.607-05:00How I wish we could all drop in throughout the aft...How I wish we could all drop in throughout the afternoon and have a cup of tea with you and wish you a Merry Christmas in person, sweet Weaver! <br /><br />Stay warm and cheerful! :)Jenniferhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12512800812290518552noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3830720322970025712.post-50755986736512688152022-12-18T10:03:49.322-05:002022-12-18T10:03:49.322-05:00As I just told Maddie, Gregg came home with a week...As I just told Maddie, Gregg came home with a week's pay in cash last night. While it's kind of annoying to have to go to the bank and deposit cash, at least they're trying to make things right while they work out whatever glitches they have in their new payroll system.<br /><br />Wishing you a wonderful Christmas, dear Mitchell!Jenniferhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12512800812290518552noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3830720322970025712.post-2487298421487011102022-12-18T10:01:49.452-05:002022-12-18T10:01:49.452-05:00Last night Gregg came home from work with a week&#...Last night Gregg came home from work with a week's pay....in cash! I'm not complaining, at least they're trying to make things right while they work out whatever issue they're having setting up his direct deposit payroll information. <br /><br />Your holiday sounds wonderful. I can't wait to read all about it! Merry, Merry Christmas dear Maddie!!! Jenniferhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12512800812290518552noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3830720322970025712.post-33977737570695457682022-12-18T09:59:58.483-05:002022-12-18T09:59:58.483-05:00Holy cow! 21 people is a lot. Thank goodness for c...Holy cow! 21 people is a lot. Thank goodness for catering! :) Merry Christmas Frances.Jenniferhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12512800812290518552noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3830720322970025712.post-10945230492477415692022-12-18T09:59:00.989-05:002022-12-18T09:59:00.989-05:00Last year I bought lots of small gifts (hand lotio...Last year I bought lots of small gifts (hand lotion, candles, and such) and gave them out to coworkers, book club friends, neighbors, etc. I also made expensive fruitcakes and lots of goodies and gave those out as well. It was just too much! This year I sent cards to everyone (that's one of my favorite traditions) but that's pretty much it. This year has been stressful enough without spending more than I can afford and working myself into a frenzy to try and remember everyone with gifts.Jenniferhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12512800812290518552noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3830720322970025712.post-73810881628641530892022-12-18T09:56:44.703-05:002022-12-18T09:56:44.703-05:00I'm trying hard to see it that way this year, ...I'm trying hard to see it that way this year, Cro. Thank you for stopping by, and Merry Christmas to you!Jenniferhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12512800812290518552noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3830720322970025712.post-63708595672489504312022-12-18T09:56:14.680-05:002022-12-18T09:56:14.680-05:00The only adults I ever give gifts to (besides my h...The only adults I ever give gifts to (besides my husband) are my parents, and this year it's just going to be some homemade cookies and fruit and such. They don't need any more "stuff" and so consumable gifts are always a good option for adults, I think. Jenniferhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12512800812290518552noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3830720322970025712.post-16408955672068802752022-12-18T09:54:02.226-05:002022-12-18T09:54:02.226-05:00Wishing you and your Rare One a wonderful holiday,...Wishing you and your Rare One a wonderful holiday, too!Jenniferhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12512800812290518552noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3830720322970025712.post-52160385110666096872022-12-18T09:53:39.115-05:002022-12-18T09:53:39.115-05:00Poppy has mostly ignored the tree, to be honest. S...Poppy has mostly ignored the tree, to be honest. She's still like a puppy although she's a year old now...she just takes new things in stride! And yes, my work is much more comfortable than it was in the beginning of the year. I'm very thankful for that.Jenniferhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12512800812290518552noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3830720322970025712.post-56950236078718574832022-12-18T09:52:36.025-05:002022-12-18T09:52:36.025-05:00How wonderful that your Japanese family have moved...How wonderful that your Japanese family have moved to Tucson! It sounds like you have a lovely holiday planned, sweet and quiet. I think it's wonderful to donate to Ukraine and local animal shelters--that's the real spirit of Christmas!Jenniferhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12512800812290518552noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3830720322970025712.post-66402876775743150252022-12-18T09:50:56.830-05:002022-12-18T09:50:56.830-05:00That's wonderful that you're going to spen...That's wonderful that you're going to spend the holiday with both your children, their significant others, and little Phoebe! Turkey can wait. :) As to my principal, she's had so many people quit (and so many are choosing to retire mid-year and aren't coming back after the break) that I guess she's finally trying to treat what staff she has left better. Too little, too late--unless I can't find something else, I'll be part of the exodus this spring!Jenniferhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12512800812290518552noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3830720322970025712.post-60875164128025307772022-12-18T09:50:53.744-05:002022-12-18T09:50:53.744-05:00Your decorations look great. I truly believe that...Your decorations look great. I truly believe that the simpler the Christmas the better. I hope you enjoy your time off from school. My break started on Friday afternoon and I don't have to go back until January 3! We have the 2nd as a holiday. Works for me!Michaelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12490988837607883653noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3830720322970025712.post-3623799691316445642022-12-18T09:48:35.024-05:002022-12-18T09:48:35.024-05:00Well, it's nice that they invited you. We norm...Well, it's nice that they invited you. We normally stay home over Christmas, too. Jenniferhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12512800812290518552noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3830720322970025712.post-69099804522461695782022-12-18T09:47:47.988-05:002022-12-18T09:47:47.988-05:00What sweet things to say. Thank you, Fresca.What sweet things to say. Thank you, Fresca.Jenniferhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12512800812290518552noreply@blogger.com