Happy Christmas week to all! In order to enjoy the family entertainment here in Las Vegas, I’ll be taking the rest of the week off from blogging. I don’t get many chances to visit my cousins, brothers, nieces, and nephews because we all live in different parts of the country. We’ve decorated our tree and are enjoying ourselves immensely.

I also like to view this time of year as a time of rest. The small pleasures that result from slowing down, putting the clock and internet aside, and concentrating on genuine connection include sleeping in, having lengthy coffee discussions, baking cookies and cooking meals together.

Whether you read every post or simply drop by occasionally to see what I’m up to, I want to thank each and every one of you for your visits to the blog. I appreciate your interest in everything that’s going on in our lives, and I’m so appreciative of your online friendship!

I have great expectations for 2015 after a hectic and delightful 2014. We’re considering purchasing a second fixer-upper, and I’m creating a spring collection of fabric patterns. I look forward to sharing it all with you next year. Two kitchen remodels are currently underway, and two bathrooms need to be updated as well.

I’m wishing you everybody a happy and lovely Christmas !