For the next Circle Journal which I received, the theme was My Favorite Things.  I loved and had so much fun with this theme.  In honor of 2012, I decided to focus on my Top 12 Things/Events of 2012.  In November/December, Oprah's My Favorite Things was on news stands and on the OWN Network.  So I thought what better way to showcase my favorite things than by paying tribute to the O herself...Oprah!  I found this link on the Oprah.com website where you can add your head and captions on the cover of the magazine template.  I have to find the link again.  Once I do, I will post the link on the site.  

Last night, we began our Elf on the Shelf Tradition.  After reading the story, "The Elf on the Shelf," we decided to give our Elf the name, Nyla.  The girls seem excited about starting this tradition.  The plan is to give a daily update on what our elf, Nyla is up to.  Day 1 down, 23 more days to go....

Today, I will actually be beginning my December Daily.  This evening, we had such a great time at our Town Center Annual Lighting of the Tree.  A Live Band, food, horse carriage rides, lots of vendors, elves walking about, just a whole bunch of activites for the whole family to enjoy.  What a great way to start the Christmas Season.  Let's get this joyous occasion in which we celebrate our Lord and Savior Started!!!!!!

~NJ

Roscato, not to be confused with Moscato.  Like Moscato, ROSCATO is a sweet Italian Red Wine.  It pairs well with fish, and other meat dishes.  It is also good to sip on alone.  Great if you're just getting into red wine and would like to introduce your pallet to something not so heavy.  SRP $9.99 - $12.99

It's Official....Thanksgiving has gone, and it's now time to jump full speed ahead into the Christmas Season!!!!!!

~Nati

Today, as always, I am Thankful to God and all of his many blessings.  I don't know where I would be without is unending love and grace. 
So to everyone out there, Happy Thanksgiving and God Bless.....it's turkey time!  :)

Happy Turkey Day!
~Nati

OMG, to say that this movie was GOOD would be an understatement!  This movie.....I'm speechless!  It was by far the BEST MOVIE IN THE TWILIGHT SAGA!!!!!!!!!!  After reading "Breaking Dawn," the book, I was left with a lot of questions, thinking to myself, "Really Stephanie!"  Anyway, I was not happy that the book left so many unanswered questions....especially when according to Stephanie Meyer this would be the Last book! 
Well, needless to say, the movie was OFF THE CHARTS!!!!!!!!!  I REALLY enjoyed it and I am happy to say I have closure!  I would like to see it again...yes, I said AGAIN on the big screen, but if not, I will DEFINITELY be purchasing the DVD when it comes out!  And yes, the Soundtrack is on my Christmas Wish List!  Anyway, if you haven't seen the movie yet, and you are a Twilight Fan - go see it NOW!!!!!!!!!!!!

~Nati

Brandie's Circle Journal was the first one I received.  Her theme was The Girl In The Mirror.  I had to complete a 4-Page Layout, incorporate the mirror provided, add a quote on the tag provided, a poem that I felt went with the theme, at least two photos in a public mirror, and a page dedicated to those who have helped to make me the woman I am today.  Since I'm rarely in a public mirror, since I work int he home, I provided two pictures of myself, one in my bathroom mirror, and the other in my compact mirror.  The poem I selected was entitled "One," Author Unknown, which I received a while back in an email from Inspiration Peak a few weeks back.  I thought that the poem was fitting because we are only one person and any and all change which we would like to see must first depend on us.  So in looking in the mirror, we must know and believe that we are ONE person that can make a great impact on every life we come in contact with.  I dedicated my page to my family, because my DH and DDs have had such an important impact on my life.  I also dedicated my page to all who have touched my life from birth to now....because without them I would not be who I am today. 
I had a great time doing this Circle Journal.  And am looking forward to receiving the next book. 

P.S. if you're wondering about the girl on my poem layout, instructions on what I used to color her will be coming soon.  So stay tuned to my blog for more information.

It's Time!!!!!!!  Breaking Dawn Part 2 is here!!!!!!
Yes, I admit it.  I am very much a Twilight Fan!!!!!  Here in a matter of minutes the movie will be released...what...World Wide!!!!!  So looking forward to this final chapter in the Twilight series.I began my journey into the world of vampires and werewolves in the Summer of 2008 and haven't looked back since.  I have seen every movie within 2 days of their release and have purchased the DVD's on their release dates....and I also attended the book release party for Breaking Dawn at Borders.....man, what a journey it has been.  I feel like the end of an era has come and now, I'm left wondering if the world of vampires and werewolves is really over....Who knows......
Anyway, I'm soooooo looking forward to seeing this movie this weekend, and seeing this chapter in Pop Culture come to an end!  What a journey!  :)  Go Team Edward!!!!!!  LOL

My husband and I met in college, 10 years ago!  WOW....and we hadn't been to Homecoming since 2005....so this trip was 7 years in the making!  It was good to be back at our old stomping grounds and we had a blast hanging out with friends over the weekend.