Monthly Archives: December 2010

This Moment

Posted on December 31, 2010 by Jacinta

Borrowing an idea from Soulemama {this moment} – A Friday ritual (Saturday here!).  A single photo – no words – capturing a moment from the week. A simple, special, extraordinary moment. A moment I want to pause, savor and remember. … Continue reading →

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Our Grand Plans, But First, A Shed!

Posted on December 30, 2010 by Jacinta

The new shed Greg has been building is coming along nicely.  It will be great to store away some of our crap stuff.  Jairah enjoyed a little tea party at the building site.  He had a lovely time pouring imaginary … Continue reading →

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Papa Want Some Help?

Posted on December 29, 2010 by Jacinta

While I have been laying low with the flu, Greg has been busy building.  Today was the vegie patches.  It was a family affair of course, with lots of help from Tenneille and Jairah.  Ah, to be the mama with … Continue reading →

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The Aftermath

Posted on December 26, 2010 by Jacinta

We had a lovely Christmas day.  My mum and dad were here to celebrate with us.  The kids had so much fun unwrapping gifts.  We have glitter strewn all throughout the house.  Oh, yes, I am beginning to feel like … Continue reading →

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This Moment

Posted on December 25, 2010 by Jacinta

Borrowing an idea from Soulemama. {this moment} – A Friday ritual (Saturday here!).  A single photo – no words – capturing a moment from the week. A simple, special, extraordinary moment. A moment I want to pause, savor and remember. … Continue reading →

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Many Blessings

Posted on December 25, 2010 by Jacinta

Wishing you and yours a most blessed and beautiful festive season.  May all your hopes and dreams be realised.  With love, Jacinta and Family.

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Last Minute Gifts – Christmas Dress

Posted on December 24, 2010 by Jacinta

I made this dress for Tenneille today from a cot sheet I bought recently at an op shop and an old pillowcase I had in need of a new life.  In all my wisdom, not actually making it from a … Continue reading →

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Last Minute Gifts – The Princess and the Pea

Posted on December 24, 2010 by Jacinta

After burning the midnight oil, I think  I am finally finished making the girls gifts.  The princess, pea and her many mattresses are finished.  I think I want her all to myself!  I had lots of fun making her.  The … Continue reading →

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Shortbread – Seriously, It’s the Best!

Posted on December 23, 2010 by Jacinta

This is my mum’s recipe.  Thanks mum!  I think it makes the BEST shortbread.  It is very simple and you can make the dough and refrigerate it or freeze it for later.  The smell of it cooking is divine.  Warning- … Continue reading →

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Santa and his Fire Truck

Posted on December 22, 2010 by Jacinta

Oh yes, it’s custom around these parts for Santa to travel by fire truck to deliver all sorts of sweet things to children.  You can’t miss him.  They have the siren going, it’s just a guessing game as to where … Continue reading →

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