No time for words

December21st

34 Comments

Posted in: Life

… ok, just a few words, I still have lots of making, wrapping, laundry, and packing to do.

Pictured above: We had Christmas a little early with the in-laws { and since you asked what I was making… PW cookbooks wrapped in dish mats, a coffee cozy by Erin with gift cards inside, & a tissue cover}. My mother-in-law has the most festive house, even her dollhouse is ready for Christmas. The kids absolutely love going over there… who could blame them! We’ve also been eating lots of junk food and baking LOTS of cookies! The kids and I went to a cookie exchange today… which is my favorite kind of party to attend. There were lots of people, lots of kids and the best of all… lots of COOKIES! Thank you, Angie & Sarah for the hospitality and sugar highs!

… be back soon!

34 Comments

Comment by Janice — December 21, 2009 @ 7:07 pm
That little face eating cookies is beyond precious! Oh my. And oh how much I wish that doll house lived at my house. Merry Christmas to you and your beautiful family. I enjoy your blog so much.
Comment by Katherine — December 21, 2009 @ 7:26 pm
Seeing your son eating powdered sugar donuts reminds me of mine at about that same age…..he LIVED for a visit from his “adopted” grandparents (friends of ours who are our parents’ ages) just so he could have some powdered sugars….of course, his mean old mother would never allow him that on a regular basis…..just “special” occasions! Oh how I wish I had a camera like yours back then! Looks like a wonderful time was had by all! Enjoy your holidays!
Comment by Lexi — December 21, 2009 @ 7:36 pm
Thanks for sharing, we know how busy you are. Everytime I think I have the cutest 2 little boys in the world, you post another pic of JM that takes the cake! I just want to eat him up! Darby, you are so talented, your blog is a gift to all of us SAHMs. Merry Christmas!
Comment by Mandy — December 21, 2009 @ 8:26 pm
so cute…looks so fun! I love the PW recipes…they rock! Do you read her blog? It is too funny! Looks like you are making your way to a Merry Christmas! Have fun! Love, Mandy
Comment by alyssa — December 21, 2009 @ 8:34 pm
Wish I was on the receiving end for those gifts! They look great…very impressed that you have found the time to do do much! Hope yall have safe travels and a great Christmas!
Comment by Amber — December 21, 2009 @ 8:43 pm
The cookies are so pretty. My hubby crushes candy canes to powder and mixes them into sugar cookie dough. I think I will go have another.
Comment by Anne — December 21, 2009 @ 8:44 pm
Cookie exchanges are fun aren’t they! I’ve been baking and storing the cookies away for Holiday parties…going to a cookie exchange makes it easy to have lots of choices! Love K’s dollhouse!
Comment by Brittan — December 21, 2009 @ 8:56 pm
Hi Darby! Love Rover’s bed head! We are constantly wetting down the boys wild hair before we leave the house:) We made a lot of the 12 days of Christmas crafts also. Your tags, the candles, the fudge, some coasters, etc, it was so fun!! If I had a sewing machine I would have made more. Merry Christmas friend ( and I do refer to you as my friend although we have never met!)
Comment by Susan V — December 21, 2009 @ 9:42 pm
Oh my, what fun. I have a certain little 20 month old boy that loves “baby donuts” too. My mother-in-law put several sleeves in his stocking and he has been munching on them for breakfast that past few days. I love the PW cookbook/dishmat combo gift idea. I will tuck that away for next year since I am finished with my Christmas shopping for this year. Yeah! Merry Christmas to you!
Comment by JJ — December 21, 2009 @ 9:51 pm
Merry Christmas and safe travels. My own children are married and we always look back at the memories when they were little chaps. I have a daughter with a Christmas birthday and I have always insisted we celebrate that special day for her so holidays have always been twice as busy. I don’t even remember how I found your blog but am so glad I did…you always bring a smile to my face.
Comment by Sarah M. — December 21, 2009 @ 9:56 pm
Hello gum-drop tree. I haven’t thought of you in years, yet suddenly I realize you are a fond part of my childhood memories that is missed greatly.
Comment by rhonda — December 21, 2009 @ 9:57 pm
Love the pictures of Rover!! I have made the coffee cozy by Erin too.. I love your color combos!
Have to say thanks- made your honey cin.butter and my neighbors LOVED it! (I don’t have up a wreath, but at least I made gifts, right?! Gotta have priorities and as a working mom, something has to go- and I have the BEST neighbors ever~) Thanks for sharing the recipe with us!!
Comment by Jenna — December 21, 2009 @ 10:02 pm
I TOTALLY burst out laughing at John Martin’s bedhead. What a doll!
And the gumdrop tree – adorable!
Comment by Brooke G. — December 21, 2009 @ 10:06 pm
LOVE, LOVE, LOVE the photos!!!!! Have a very MERRY Christmas
Comment by Katie W — December 21, 2009 @ 10:11 pm
I just love the little doll house all decked out. Have a Merry Christmas.
Comment by Amber E — December 21, 2009 @ 10:42 pm
Your little Rover reminds me so much of my Wyatt! That shaggy blonde hair…… I love it. Looks like a great start to the holidays! I wish I was so diligent in taking pictures are you are. Everytime I read your blog, I think, I’m going to do better tomorrow! You would think being a photographer, I would take tons. Unfortunately, during daily activities, I forget! I need to just wrap my camera around my neck when I get up in the mornings!! Love your posts. Thanks for sharing
Comment by alison g. (brazil) — December 21, 2009 @ 11:04 pm
Looks like a little slice of Heaven to me! Absolutely love Paige’s dress – when you have a moment, mind sharing your source? I’ve found lovely smocked dresses for Avery the last two years on Ebay for a fraction of their original price – most of them, only worn once by the previous owner. Raiger’s reminds me of an angel’s gown {sigh}
Comment by b.a. — December 21, 2009 @ 11:06 pm
sigh…don’t you just love kiddos sleepy eyes? so dear. i’d like JM to marry my little P. i promise she’ll be better behaved by marryin’ age.
also, at church on sunday i had PEPPERMINT OREOS. oh. my. word. they are so good. buy them at your own risk.
Comment by Jan — December 21, 2009 @ 11:10 pm
do you almost always shoot with iso 800 when taking pictures indoors? random, i know! love, love, love how festive you are!
Comment by Abbie — December 21, 2009 @ 11:46 pm
lovely decorations on the dollhouse!
Comment by edie — December 22, 2009 @ 7:01 am
Sweet Darby,
I absolutely would NOT get anything done with that little powdered-donut face looking up at me. Those kisses are all the more sweet! And I love all your handmade goodies. I’m still sewing and hoping to finish by Thursday—-only one more dishmat to make! I’m so thankful to have ‘found’ you and hope you and your beautiful little family have a most blessed Christmas.
p.s. 4:30 am can be quite addictive—-it gives me 2-3 hours in the mornings before the circus begins!
lot of love and hugs,
edie
Comment by Casey — December 22, 2009 @ 9:44 am
John Martin’s powdered sugar face is to die Thought you might be interested in nominating somebody for the special Christmas give away at the following blog… for.http://amberstricklinphotography.blogspot.com/2009/12/give-something-to-someone-this.html
Comment by Sue — December 22, 2009 @ 10:02 am
Your gum drop tree brought back memories from my childhood. My mother ALWAYS had a gum drop tree. I am going to be sure that I have one next year. I love your gift ideas…who wouldn’t be tickled to receive these. Merry Christmas!
Comment by brandy — December 22, 2009 @ 10:44 am
You are so creative, I love it! I am making coffee cozies today! A perfect quick gift to have on hand! Thank you, thank you for the link! Have a Merry Christmas, and travel safe!
Comment by jade — December 22, 2009 @ 11:36 am
look at you go! i wish i could have done at least some handmade this year. but no… and i LOVE that pink dollhouse! where on earth did she get that?
Comment by Kristen — December 22, 2009 @ 11:43 am
I love that gumdrop tree, seems to be a known thing, but I’ve never seen one, so cute! And the coffee cozies and kleenex covers? Those are great! Hope you have a very Merry Christmas!
Comment by Kim — December 22, 2009 @ 12:31 pm
Love all the Christmas photos!! Is that nativity scene as “kid” friendly as it appears? Where did it come from? I would love to get one just like that. Thanks and merry merry Christmas!
Comment by Emily — December 22, 2009 @ 1:50 pm
Merry Christmas! I love that you have a magical world for your children! Even your mother-in-law’s house has a doll house with Christmas decorations! Thank you for painting a beautiful, fun picture of motherhood – your pictures and postings always wind my biological clock forward a few months! The baby-fever is in full effect today! Wishing you, your children, husband and family a very Merry Christmas!
Comment by Jennifer — December 22, 2009 @ 4:33 pm
I have one New Year resolution this year…”Be more like Darby”. lol Seriously, I love your creativity and your loving way with your children. The girls reciting Luke 2 was precious beyond words. You keep on teaching them to hide the Word in their sweet little hearts! What an inspiration you are time and time again. Thanks Darby! Once again, I learned something new from you today. Have a very Merry Christmas!
Comment by Sarah — December 22, 2009 @ 6:39 pm
love everything.. christmas in your house looks joyous.
merry christmas.
Comment by Paula — December 23, 2009 @ 8:39 am
I LOVE the decorated dollhouse! I made a dollhouse for my daughter a couple yrs ago, but it’s not very popular. Thanks for sharing your inspiration! Very pretty!
Paula
And you’re making me want to do some of those cutout cookies that I detest doing so MUCH! But if you use the recipe from The Joy…with real butter…they are SOOOOO GOOOOD!!!
Comment by Lori-Anne — December 23, 2009 @ 1:21 pm
Oh. My. Goodness!! Could your son BE any cuter?! And I love, love, love the homemade coffee cup holders – am now inspired to make my own! Happy Christmas
Comment by Becky — December 23, 2009 @ 3:01 pm
This post should have been called “No NEED for Words.” The pictures tell the story of a beautiful Christmas full of homemade gifts, kids and plenty of sugar. What more could anyone ask for??? (I especially love the picture of JM’s turkey feathers in the back…ADORABLE!!!)
Merry Christmas!
Comment by Erin Joy — March 25, 2010 @ 3:53 pm
Quick question: where in the world did you find that sweet nativity??!