This Unfamiliar Road

One of the most exciting things about this Christmas is that we have our own home to decorate. As I mentioned in a previous post, we had to start from scratch! I was able to use some stuff from my Mom (which actually turns out to be my favorite pieces because they are parts of my childhood). After raiding my parents' attic,...

 Seriously, I've never had a white Christmas! I've always lived in the south, where it typically doesn't snow (if at all) until January or February. This year was the first of many things for me, including snow, being married, and waking up in a different home. Ben and I really enjoyed learning about each other's...

Ben made a fabulous Christmas breakfast. He has been wanting to make Monte Cristo's for a while, and finally saw an opportunity! I have never looked up the actual recipe, but basically: Make a ham & cheese sandwich, cut diagonally Dip in prepared pancake batter (Bisquick is just fine!) Place in hot oil (be careful!) Serve...

What an amazing gift I got tonight...cancelled from work!  I was able to spend time with my hubby at his Momma's house, where we helped her make some food for the crew she has to feed tomorrow. Then we watched A Christmas Story and sipped on some hot chocolate. Amazing. I can't imagine missing that for work.  Ben...

Hmmm, pardon the pun...but this whole post will be a bit cheesy, so why not start out that way? Last Sunday: Christa, David, Ben and I went to Medieval Times as our Christmas gift to each other. Christa and I decided a few years ago that instead of buying each other gifts (there are only so many "BFF" necklaces out...

Ben graduated from Kennesaw State University on Tuesday, December 14th. I think the day is so funny, because I graduated from nursing school exactly a year to the day before (same time, too!)  Mom & Robert Ken & Amanda YEAH! Bachelor of Arts in History Grandma & Dad Lori & Dad Hubby...