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So we did a thing this weekend.
We love our backyard in Florida. What we don’t love is the hot hot sun on our deck. So…I convinced hubs to build a patio cover for the deck. He was thrilled.
Just to be clear, I helped too. I held stuff. And cleaned stuff.
So, I know it’s not Tuesday, but let’s pretend. I was buried deep in writing a novel on Tuesday, looked up around 5pm and said…oops. No newsletter today.
So…let’s make up for that with ALL the news. ALL the pictures.
What’s fun today?
Well, there’s this…
One year ago I was at my daughter’s home,
Oh, it’s cold out there! 55 degrees in Florida! I have some guys at my house today taking down a couple trees in anticipation of an addition we’re building on the house.
Right now, my yard looks like a jungle.
One of the tree guys showed up in a parka. But I get it—we accidentally left our fireplace in Minnesota and now we’re freezing!
Surprise! It’s me!
Right now, Susie is currently packing up her suburban for the long trek back to Florida, so I’m stepping in for the day. Well…me and the new friend Santa dropped off for me.
Meet Gerald.
Gerald is my judgement turkey. He sees everything, and he does not approve.
The countdown has begun.
On Friday…they arrive.
These people.
I CANNOT WAIT.
Because Saturday the Epic Tree Hunt commences.
Every year we trek out into the forest (or nearby tree farm) and cut down the biggest tree in the woods (or one that fits in our house) and commence the Tree Decorating Wars where everyone vies for the perfect branch.
We made the Big Trek up north this week. 3 days in the car and Hubs and I engaged in ALL the epic discussions that needed addressing.
We managed to solve all the world’s problems, finish our Christmas shopping, planned the 2025 house projects and engaged in a spirited discussion on what kind of car we should buy,
So, my sweet son Pete has the WORST luck with cars. There’s a legendary story in our family of Pete and the Cursed Isuzu Rodeo. It broke down during the height of winter (read: -15 in Minnesota!), and Peter had to sleep in it for two nights before we could get help to him.
Yes.
How was your Thanksgiving? Hubs and I had a great day with our Florida kiddos, enjoying the sunshine and eating turkey.
And then, it was December.
I know – it’s not Tuesday, but it’s crazy sales week, and I have FREE BOOKS for you!
Can you believe the holiday season is upon us once again?
Happy Thanksgiving!
Tomorrow is the American day of gratefulness and I just wanted to say…thank you.
Every year, we have a little tradition around the table (as do many!) saying what we’re grateful for. I’m super grateful for my family, of course, for health and financial provision, and all the ideas and books God gave me to write this year.
Admittedly, I’m loving Florida right now.
Never fear—we’re heading back to Minnesota for a white Christmas.
So, I’m busy writing, and working on the lineup for 2025 (and beyond!) So, before we jump into today’s freebies, let me say THANK YOU to everyone who gave me your ‘Plain cover versus Hero cover’