Monday, December 28, 2009

Santa Came!!!!!


See our shirts????? We do BELIEVE!!! (Thanks to our friends, Judy and Charlie, for giving us these shirts from their visit to Santa Claus, Indiana.) We must have been really good little boys and girls this year --since Santa did come to our house this year!!!! He even ate ALL of the cookies, and drank all of his milk!!!!! (Must have been hungry!!) Here are a few pictures from our Christmas here in Fairfield Glade.





Here is a gorgeous close-up picture of part of our Christmas tree which George took on Christmas Eve. I love the colors in this photo.





Our tree, early on Christmas morning; Our weather here was rainy and windy! NO White Christmas for us--but Santa still managed to get here!!!





First, we had to check out all of the goodies in our stockings!!! Thanks, Santa!





Blogger friend, Shelley, (click HERE for her blog) sent us these two gorgeous Cardinal ornaments. Shelley KNOWS how much we love our backyard birds, including the Cardinals. Thanks Friend!!!!





My Sweetie gave me two new Willow Tree figurines for my collection. I love love love this one since it is ME. Her name is the ANGEL of HAPPINESS, free to sing, laugh, dance...create! Don't you love the birds on her arms???





I couldn't resist getting George this hat. It says: "Don't Forget My SENIOR DISCOUNT! (I know, I look too young for it!)"... Since we go to Kroger's every Wednesday JUST for our Senior discount, I felt this hat was perfect for him.... (Got myself one also--since I cannot let him be out-done!!! ha)





My second Willow Tree angel is the ANGEL of the HOME. Isn't she pretty??? A friend asked me about these angels, so I had to look at the Willow Tree Angel web page to get the link for her. Uh Oh----there are probably 20 more of these angels that I'd love to have. (I gave the link to George just for the fun of it!!!!! ha ha)





Here is our 'big' present from Santa (to both of us). We got a bread-maker.... Neither of us have ever had one---and we even tried it out on Christmas afternoon... We made some delicious sourdough bread. YUMMMMMMMMMM!!!!!




From beautiful Fairfield Glade, TN, these two lovebirds hope that you had as nice a Christmas as we did... NOW---we all have to change gears and switch to the New Year.... The time just keeps flying by... Pretty soon, it will be spring and we'll be waiting for a new crop of roses. My My!!!!

Hugs,
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50 comments:

  1. AnonymousDecember 28, 2009 at 4:54 AM

    love the cap! and the angels are just lovely. i must check out the website.

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  2. imacDecember 28, 2009 at 5:11 AM

    Great pressy Post Betsy.lol.
    Love George's cap, Ive just posted my melting cap post,lol.

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  3. diane bDecember 28, 2009 at 5:43 AM

    You all look so happy just like a pair of kids on Christmas morning.That is the good thing about getting old you can act like kids again and get away with it. Your shirts are great and I love the caps. Your tree and Christmas quilt are just gorgeous.The angel collection is coming on you will soon have them all.

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  4. BethDecember 28, 2009 at 5:46 AM

    Looks like a wonderful Christmas, Betsy---Santa was very good to you! I especially like that last picture of you and George. And I love the Angel of Happiness---she DOES remind me of you.

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  5. JayneDecember 28, 2009 at 6:17 AM

    You guys are just adorable Betsy! So glad Santa was so good to you both! :c)

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  6. KellyDecember 28, 2009 at 7:12 AM

    ...you guys look so cute in your t-shirts! Glad you had a wonderful Christmas. Love the Willow Tree girl holding the birds, and you'll have to keep us posted on your bread maker with some good recipes!

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  7. DorothyDecember 28, 2009 at 7:16 AM

    Enjoyed seeing you guys and your loot! Love the angel with the birds on her arms!! Enjoy your bread maker! Don't just put it on a shelf and leave it, like I've done! Cute pictures of you and George!!

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  8. KirigalpoththaDecember 28, 2009 at 7:18 AM

    Nice t-shirts!

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  9. Carol MurdockDecember 28, 2009 at 7:21 AM

    Your happiness shows and that in its self makes it a wonderful Christmas in Fairfield Glade! xoxo

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  10. SunnyDecember 28, 2009 at 7:29 AM

    Wow, Santa was very busy at your house!
    A friend gave me the Angel of Happiness, it's so cute with the birds.
    I'm glad that you had such a nice Christmas.
    Sunny :)

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  11. ValerieDecember 28, 2009 at 7:35 AM

    So glad you had a beautiful holiday! The tree shots are beautiful, and what lovely and thoughtful gifts Santa gave to each of you.

    I smiled when I saw the snowmen popcorn tin - Santa left the exact same one under our tree! Enjoy these last days of 2009!

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  12. LisaDecember 28, 2009 at 7:49 AM

    Wow Santa must have felt relief when he unloaded at your house. And wow that was a beautiful tree.

    Great to hear about your fun and wonderful Christmas.

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  13. Small City ScenesDecember 28, 2009 at 8:03 AM

    Oh wow!! You two had a super duper christmas. YIPPEE!!!!
    I love the picture with the tree lights on and reflecting everything red.

    How did you get the background to change colors and a new header before you got back? Mysterious! LOL

    I got myself a Juicer. Nice to have but there is always the clean-up. haha!!

    Happiness and joy throughout the new year. MB

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  14. ConnieDecember 28, 2009 at 8:06 AM

    Looks like you had a lovely Christmas, Betsy! Wishing you and George all the best in the new year. :D

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  15. Cedar ...December 28, 2009 at 8:24 AM

    Nice! Love your happy smiles!

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  16. DDecember 28, 2009 at 8:47 AM

    Betsy, you and George are just having too much fun! lol All the photos are wonderful, but that last one says it all... you two are amazing and warm my heart.

    We hope you have a New Year filled with good health and much Joy! Diana

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  17. MaryDecember 28, 2009 at 8:50 AM

    I'd say that Santa was very good to both of you....you must have been very good this year :-) Santa Claus, IN isn't real far from us...an hour maybe?

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  18. I Am WoodyDecember 28, 2009 at 9:04 AM

    Perfect!

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  19. Diane AZDecember 28, 2009 at 9:24 AM

    I love your new Willow Tree "Angel of Happiness" she is so YOU! The bread-maker looks like a lot of fun. Enjoy the new year!

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  20. Busy Bee SuzDecember 28, 2009 at 9:32 AM

    I love both your angels!!!
    You will love your breadmaker....we were 'handed-down' one and the girls and I make bread all the time now!! Your christmas looks just perfect Betsy!!!

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  21. Busy Bee SuzDecember 28, 2009 at 9:32 AM

    I love both your angels!!!
    You will love your breadmaker....we were 'handed-down' one and the girls and I make bread all the time now!! Your christmas looks just perfect Betsy!!!

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  22. SusieDecember 28, 2009 at 9:44 AM

    What sweet Christmas pics Betsy! Looks like Santa was good to both of you.

    You are so right girl, time is a flying. I'm already looking at my backyard trying to figure out what I need to do to it.

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  23. Becca's DirtDecember 28, 2009 at 10:07 AM

    Betsy glad you and George had a great holiday. I have removed all signs of Christmas at my house and I am ready for the new year and gardening.

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  24. Pat @ Mille Fiori FavoritiDecember 28, 2009 at 10:08 AM

    Hi Betsy!
    I loved the photos of you and George! I also love the name of Satas Claus, Indiana! What a pretty shirt.

    You Wllow Tree angels are so perfect for you! I never saw the "Angel of Happiness" before, and i'm going to put that on my list for next year.

    Your tree was lovely, but even more so is the joy and love in your eyes!

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  25. Ruth's Photo BlogDecember 28, 2009 at 10:18 AM

    Looks like Christmas was everything you could wish for.I feel privileged to have had this peek into your celebrations.Our day was quiet,with only our son coming for lunch and a visit.We had the official celebration on the 20th.
    Blessings,Ruth

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  26. storytellerDecember 28, 2009 at 10:22 AM

    How fun to see your Christmas photos! I love your t-shirts (I believe too) ... your new angels are nifty additions to your collection, and the cap you got for George is perfect! Nice celebratory header too.
    Hugs and blessings,

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  27. SmilingSallyDecember 28, 2009 at 10:34 AM

    What a great celebration you two had! I do love those cardinal ornaments that your Blogger Buddy sent.

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  28. DianeDecember 28, 2009 at 10:36 AM

    Thanks for sharing your Christmas pictures, Betsy. Your tree is beautiful and you both got some very thoughtful gifts - especially the senior discount hats!!!! On to New Years..................

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  29. NealDecember 28, 2009 at 10:38 AM

    I'm glad you had a great Christmas. If I could have sent you the snow we had here it would have been perfect for you. :)

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  30. MadSnapperDecember 28, 2009 at 10:44 AM

    let me say this before I forget, I love the woodpeckers on your side bar.
    the colors are wonderful in the closeup, tell George good job. and you both really hit the jackpot with gifts. love the cardinals, the hat and the shirts.... also LOVE the new years header.

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  31. KarinDecember 28, 2009 at 11:41 AM

    So much fun to visit with you!! Wonderful gifts you got! Love the angels! Your tree is beautiful! Your love for each other fairly jumps out at the computer, lol! Fireworks for New Year, cool!!!

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  32. Roses and LilacsDecember 28, 2009 at 12:20 PM

    I enjoyed seeing your Christmas photos. Love George's new hat;) The weather really gave us all some trouble up here but we managed to spend Christmas with family even though the roads were treacherous.
    Marnie

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  33. Thoughtfully Blended HeartsDecember 28, 2009 at 12:25 PM

    The happiness that the two of you radiate is so infectious...thank you for that...and what great Christmas gifts!!! perfect for both of you!!!

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  34. CassieDecember 28, 2009 at 1:28 PM

    Looks like you 2 lovebirds had a "loverly" Christmas too!! You KNOW we think the matching shirts are cool. George will be baking up a storm now. Good gifts.
    X-C & Patrick too

    (Heading to warmer climes in a few days...Happy New Year in advance!)

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  35. MandyDecember 28, 2009 at 1:59 PM

    So glad you had a nice Christmas! I collect Willow Tree Angels too!

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  36. BettyDecember 28, 2009 at 2:13 PM

    So glad you had a great Christmas. I love seeing your happy faces. Youe Willow Tree Angels are very special.
    ~~ Hugs~~

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  37. ShelleyDecember 28, 2009 at 3:42 PM

    I loved seeing you and George in your matching shirts and matching smiles!! Glad you had such a wonderful Christmas!!
    Hugs,
    Shelley

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  38. ChrisDecember 28, 2009 at 5:22 PM

    Love the matching shirts and the angels are great. Glad you had such a wonderful Christmas.

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  39. LVDecember 28, 2009 at 6:14 PM

    Loved your Christmas tree and all the Santa goodies. However, I did not see George's camera. Always happy when you visit. You tow are a perfect couple in my book.

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  40. AnonymousDecember 28, 2009 at 6:57 PM

    Sounds like you guys had a TON OF FUN & a wonderful Christmas! Very NiIIiCe!

    Ya'll have a great time

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  41. LolaDecember 28, 2009 at 7:07 PM

    Love the Angels Betsy. You 2 do the same as myself & my DH use to do. Wear shirts alike. Lovely.
    Happy New Year to the 2 of you.

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  42. pennyDecember 28, 2009 at 7:32 PM

    You two look like you had a wonderful time with all your lovely Christmas presents, Betsy. I really enjoyed your happy smiles and the love you show for each other the best.

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  43. VelvaDecember 28, 2009 at 10:10 PM

    An awesome Christmas! I do love the photo of the lights on the Christmas tree-Just beautiful.

    Happy New Year to you!

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  44. JenDecember 28, 2009 at 10:38 PM

    Betsy you guys just make me smile!!!
    Love all your pictures -- I had no doubt that Santa would pay you guys a visit, even if you didn't have snow; but too bad he couldn't bring some for you.
    I just saw something on tv the other night about Santa Claus Indiana-looks like a fun place.
    Happy New Year to you and George. ox Jen

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  45. Regina December 28, 2009 at 11:47 PM

    Hello Betsy!
    A blessed Holidays to all!
    Beautiful and wonderful post.

    Cheers for the New Year!
    Regards.
    Regina

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  46. SquirrelQueenDecember 28, 2009 at 11:57 PM

    You two lovebirds looks so cute in your tee shirts, that is great photo. It looks like Santa was very good to you this year. The Willow Tree angels are beautiful.

    Sorry you didn't get a white Christmas but maybe Santa will send a little of the white stuff your way very soon.

    Judy

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  47. CherylDecember 29, 2009 at 11:17 AM

    Love the photos, but the final one is so cute! How wonderful it is that the two of you found each other!! Ah the Angel of Happiness is especially beautiful and what a wonderful addition to your collection. I might just have to buy myself a bread maker from my Christmas money, I am intrigued by it. Do love the header photo!

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  48. LeedraDecember 29, 2009 at 10:44 PM

    Looks like you two had a wonderful Christmas. You look so happy....as usual.

    Just stopping by to visit, no I have not posted anything.

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  49. AnonymousDecember 30, 2009 at 2:41 PM

    It looks like you and George had a wonderful Christmas.

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  50. Chat with KathleenJanuary 1, 2010 at 9:10 PM

    Betsy, You and George are a couple that beams with enthusiasm and so much love. You are both so precious. I am so happy that George found my blog and his blog led me to yours. I love you guys and so happy that Santa came with his arms filled with great gifts for you. Your Believe shirts are so appropriate for Christmas. Thanks for sharing your Christmas photos, so awesome, my favorite is the last one with you and George smiling.

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