Tuesdays around the world

THIS

was what we saw from our living room window last Friday night. Just as we were getting used to warmer temps and the smell of mud in the air......winter had other plans for us.

The kids were ecstatic to say the least. Not only was the snow falling and falling fast but it was the heaviest, stickiest snow of this year and I can't even remember when.

So......laugh we did!

Next morning we were outside in it.

....and building our snowman snowgirl (if you please).

This bad boy (snow blower) is Daddy's best friend. Of course he delights in pointing the hose at the kids as they squeal with delight.

Nope...didn't get a picture of that 'cause if he did that while I had my camera in my hand....well...then I'd have to kill him. (kidding....sort of!)

So.....we're one snowfall closer to the end of winter, right? (Just trying to stay positive here.)

Enjoy our little journey around the world.

Favorite Photo Friday

Can everyone see that puddle on the floor? That would be me every time this munchkin gives me one of her "looks"!

We never know what our lives will turn out to be but one things for sure for me.

Everything is always more fun with these two around!

.....and our sweet little ZiZi (the cat) realizes that her lot in this life is to succumb to various types of lovin' that is heaped on her in abundance.

....and there is never a shortage of that lovin' round here.

Question: Anyone notice the changes on my blog?

Yes?

Well.....thank you for asking.

I needed to make some changes to accommodate a sidebar for ads and found this lovely lady - Gina from ChicHomeSchoolMama - who whipped it up in no time. Gina is one of those gals who really can do everything and do it all with utmost aplomb. She does a million things a day and still has time to warmly comment on so many blogs.

Thanks Gina -

for your expertise and intuitive eye and I know you'll be amazing as you branch out into blog designer. xoxo

Have a wonderful week-end!!

xoxo

Favorite Photo Friday

This picture certainly IS my favorite one of the week!

It was bitterly cold last Sunday but the girlies braved the elements for a few moments for me to grab this shot....then rushing back to the warm car.

Don't you just love Valentines Day?

Hmmm.....maybe we should change that to Valentines Week!

Cheers!

xoxo

Tuesdays around the world

Our annual Chinese New Year Party.

The Chinese Connection!

Each year, four families who traveled to China together, each with 2 children from China get together to celebrate. (We actually find all sorts of other occasions to get together too.)

There's never a shortage. Of food nor fun!

The Dad of the house loves to whip up all sorts of goodies. The Mom makes killer lychee martinis.

The only boy amongst 7 girls. He has no chance....but he's awfully cute.

And every year - this Dad runs around in the snow outside, lighting fireworks as we all take front seats in front of the large window.

We just love our little traditions and this great group of friends!!

Tuesdays around the world

On a dark, cold, snowy winter day....nothing gives me more hope than a beautiful flower.

I could spend way too time thinking about my garden, dreaming of inhaling rose petals till they tickle the insides of my nose (my all time fav thing to do with a flower) and generally get into a funk because we are only part way through this winter and I want it over already.

But I'd rather ogle over these beautiful flowers and arrangements that are in my friend Helen's new Flower Shop.

Her Flower Shop - Ermis Floral Studio - is so, so pretty and just full of not only gorgeous blooms of every kind but decadent chocolate,

Felix and Norton cookies, gift baskets and even......a coffee bar!!

http://www.facebook.com/pages/Ermis-Floral-Studio/111384712309001

If you love beautiful flowers - I invite you to visit the Facebook link and like her page.

Thanks

And order you flowers for Valentines day too (If you're local.)

Ermis Floral Studio

2210 Cure Labelle, Laval

450-687-2555

I'm very proud of you...my Helen mou!

You add beauty to this world everyday...through your flowers and your heart.

And I love them both!!!

Have a great Tuesday!