And #2

"Spiky, gray, grim," a quote from the Amazon review. Not an easy read, but well worth it.

Book #1 is Up!

The Happiness Project by Gretchen Rubin

This looked like a good start to the year, as well as finish to the old year. Known for my cheerful disposition (Dad called me Grinch, remember?), it seemed the time was ripe for self improvement. I liked this woman's approach - the changes are in little things that finally come down to attitude. So if you see me being more polite, more organized, less critical, you can blame it on the book.

A Movie Recommendation

Stone of Destiny.

We watched it on Netflix. You'll love it.

Christmas Memories

Kenzie crying when she realized the preschool Santa was Grandpa.
The Christmas tree with all the ornaments at the bottom.
Cuddling with Kenzie as we watched the Nutcracker on the portable dvd player.
Giving in and letting the kids decorate Christmas cookies.
The homemade labels on my jars of peppermint schnapps.
Watching Christian and Kenzie dance to the Wii.

A very nice Christmas.