JYC Jan 6th

January 6th Even good things come to an end
When I started this class it seemed like such a long time, and here we are the last day already. It has been fun to write about Christmas past and present. I will now be able to spend some time creating my layouts. Hope to have the album done by the end of the month. I am sure that we will really enjoy having this in years to come. I do know that I am looking forward to next year’s class.

JYC Jan 5th

January 5th Putting it all away
We are working on getting everything put away. Normally by now I am done as we start to take things down on the 2nd of January. This year I had to work and then we were gone for part of the 3rd. Plus the girls wanted to help more when it came to setting up and now I am having trouble finding the boxes for the different items. Looks like the best thing to do will be bring up all of the boxes and then sort through them this weekend. While this doesn’t sound very fun, it will make sure that next year is easier to decorate.

JYC Jan 4th

January 4th Notes for Improvement
1. Start saving money for Christmas NOW!
2. Address Christmas cards in July
3. Get Christmas decorations better organized

JYC Jan 3rd

January 3rd A little better than the rest
I think that the one thing I have enjoyed the most about this Christmas season is the Peace and rest that we have enjoyed. Our vacation started with an extra day off, thanks to the weather. We haven’t had too many pressing items that needed to get done. Wrapping was done early, the house was clean, and cookies were baked, so we were able to enjoy some family time. I really enjoyed getting up in the morning without having to rush to get ready. I would come out to the living room, turn on the Christmas tree lights and sit and check my email in the peace and quiet. I am going to miss this peace as we now get ready to head back to the work and school world.

JYC Jan 2nd

January 2nd A Childlike Innocence
I have been thinking about this topic for two days and have not been able to come with much to write about. I do think that even though I am almost 44, I approach Christmas just like a little kid. I get just as excited to open gifts as I did when I was younger. Of course now, I think it is because I want to see what others think about what I have given them. I especially want to know if I have given them something handmade.

JYC Jan1st

January 1st Welcome to Something New
Many different ways to take today’s entries. I could write about how we spend New Year’s Day, I could choose to reflect on what will happen this year, (the only thing I am fairly certain of is that we will add a third driver to the family next fall) or I could make a list of resolutions. Think maybe I will do a mixture of all 3.
Resolutions
1. Do a better job of keeping the house straighten up.
2. Work on decluttering the house
3. Eat healthier. Goal is to make sure I eat at least 1 fruit a day and 2 vegetables.
4. Walk at least 5000 steps in a day. I know you are supposed to get in 10,000 a day, but sometimes I only make it to 2500.
5. Complete Project 365
How we spent the day
As usual, we had our tradition football bowl bash. Kurt makes up two pots of chili, one with beans and one without. I then make up several other types of munchie food and we invite several different people over to watch the games. It is nice to have a day where all we do is munch and sit around watching TV, even if it is football. It is nice to spend time with family and friends.
The next year
While I am not sure what all will happen this year a few things are already in the works.
1. Sarah is planning on traveling to Hawaii
2. Sarah will be able to drive
3. Planning on taking Kristen to Adventureland
4. Kristen will finally be able to join 4-H

Here is hoping for a prosperous new year

Happy New Year

From the Flathers clan, we wish you a Happy New Year. May you have a successful year.