{Sadie Allies}

Meet my Christmas present: Sadie. Tyson knew that I was wanting a pup and had been researching pet shops/breeders. On Sunday we went to a pet store in La Mirada (not a "puppy mill" store!) and met this little cutie.

 Sadie Allies!

 so. itty. bitty.

 1st bath

 Precious!!

 Sitting on Tyson's lap. So small!

A rare moment asleep. She's usually chewing something... :-/

I have to admit that she's the sweetest little pup around. Now, we just need to train her not to bite toes, not to pee on our rugs, and to sleep through the night... not the day.

{Christmas Craziness!}

This time of year is filled with so many busy, but fun, activities. Tyson and I have made it through 2 weeks of almost non-stop evenings with friends. (Love it!) Now, on this rainy weekend, I am laying on our loveseat reading world news; trying to regain some of my lost energy. I love this time of year. After a day of rest, I'll be ready for 2 more weeks of non-stop merriment. Oregon, here we come!

My husband & his iphone are inseparable.

{Christmas Joy}

I love this time of year.

"Glory to God in the heavenly heights,

peace to all men and women on earth who please Him."

Luke 2:14

[The Message]