Obviously, last week’s news about my job has put me in a bit
of a tailspin. I’m quite behind on reading blogs, and my plan to get our
Christmas cards out fell by the wayside (mainly because I’m in charge of the
annual poem and as you might imagine the words I’d like to write aren’t exactly
family friendly). However, life does continue to move along and some fun and
fabulous things happened this week.
Sunday,
November 26th
Still at the beach. I actually got out there & walked. I thought I’d be cold & didn’t actually bring anything to wear to walk on the
beach, but it turned out that these shoes worked just fine.
While I was walking, Dr. M was scoping out dolphins!
Our view really was quite lovely.
Monday,
November 27th
We meandered home today, stopping for a bit at the Caswell
Beach Lighthouse, which was decorated for the season.
Tuesday,
November 28th
Dr. M started decorating for
Christmas! (Please note, this theme continues for the rest of the week.)
Wednesday,
November 29th
After I got my job news on this day I thought I might bail
on cantata choir practice, but I decided that a change in work didn’t have to
affect the rest of my life (especially since the change isn’t happening until
the end of December). I was waiting for the choir to finish their Sunday music
practice & was photobombed by Jesus!
Thursday,
November 30th
I was trying to pick out a
button for a crochet project. “Here’s a nice one. Oh, I like this one even
better! Or maybe this one.” Yep. Far as I can tell, these are all EXACTLY
ALIKE. #crochet #superobservant
Dr. M put a wreath on the door
& added one of our deep purple bows (I love purple & red at Christmas).
Friday,
December 1st
I finished a crochet project. I’m playing around with making labels – not sure this is the final
design. Also, after a comment on Facebook about the care instructions, I added
the addendum. Ha!
That evening I went with Daddy & Sue to see a local
production of Chitty Chitty Bang Bang. It was fabulous! One of our church
members was the lead character, and one of my high school friends was the
Baroness (hilarious because if you’ll recall, the Baroness hates children and
my friend is a local elementary school principal).
While I was out galavanting, Dr. M finished decorating
outside.
Saturday,
December 2nd
Saturday morning I went to a Prayer Sister’s brunch at
church. The food was great & the group of ladies was great! And it was
especially nice to spend time with my BFF.
That evening, Dr. M started putting lights on the tree.
First he just put the boxes on there, and then he just sat the bundles of
lights on there. He’s a nut.
THEN he did it correctly. We love the effect in the windows.
I have applied to one job, and I know that I need to start
working harder on getting a new position, but… well, hopefully I’ll get it in
gear & get my resume out there to a few other places. Or maybe I’ll get the
one job I’ve already applied for. Ha! What are you trying to get done this
week?
I like that you don't let the loss of your job dictate the rest of your life! The plate of food from Saturday looks delicious. I'm hungry now...
ReplyDeleteI'm trying to catch up to your level of decorating. At least we have the tree up and decorated. I'll do some cleaning and a little more decorating this weekend. The tree in the corner with the windows is genius. Love all the reflections!
Good luck on the job search! Sometimes it takes a long time, and sometimes it can happen so quickly it'll make your head spin.
Looks like a quiet day at the beach. Not many people out and about.
ReplyDeleteYour attitude is commendable. You have faith and friends and a good man beside you, so I'm confident if anyone can bounce back, it will be you. Merry Christmas! :)
ReplyDeleteThe tree lights look beautiful. That spot was made just for a Christmas tree.
ReplyDeletehope the job hunt is quick and painless. and when I first looked at the pink triangle I thought you were crocheting a bikini. you know, for your trips to the beach.
ReplyDeleteThis week, I'm trying to get everything done I haven't done for the last two weeks. Christmas cards. Tree. Figuring out decorations for a potluck. (Why did I volunteer?) Today, in lieu of all that, I cleaned out the cupboard above the refrigerator and searched for two hours until I finally found two pair of winter work pants that seemed to have gone walkabout. I need a little Christmas. :-)
ReplyDeleteA beautiful tree, friends, and I know
ReplyDeletethat with your skills and your sense of humor and self, nothing will stop you in the new year. Enjoy your holidays!
I love empty beaches! Good luck with the job search.
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