Yesterday, Virginia Tech squared off against the Cincinnati Bearcats in the Military Bowl. Ashley, our friend, James, and I stopped by Harris Teeter for tailgating supplies and then headed off to Annapolis around 9 am. My father-in-law recommended tailgating at a church across the road from the stadium, and we met up with several friends who parked…
Lisa
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Confessions of a deployed soldier’s wife
1. I eat cereal for a shameful number of meals. 2. Sometimes I email my husband at 1 am because I’m awake and I know he’s at work and will see it. 3. I know 17 women who have gestated and birthed a human since Mac left. 4. I think deployments are easier if you have…
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Merry Christmas!
Merry Christmas! I hope everyone has a safe and joyous holiday today. Please note that the cat is sticking her tongue out in defiance.
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Deployment Christmas cards
Tomorrow, our Christmas card makes its grand debut on the ole blog. This year presented a challenge because Mac has obviously been in Afghanistan all year. We’ve taken an enthusiastic approach to wearing matching outfits in our cards, and this year was no different. Last year, I found these awesome Virginia Tech Christmas sweatshirts through…
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Twelve Days of Christmas Cookies: Santa’s cookies
Thanks to everyone who has stopped by and linked up with Lindsay and me these past 12 days. It’s been a lot of fun to share some of my favorite Christmas cookie recipes with y’all! Today is the last day to link up, so feel free to add any recipes to the previous days. I…
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Gingersnaps: Twelve Days of Christmas Cookies
Growing up, I don’t remember making or decorating gingerbread houses. I recall a single Christmas when we made gingerbread men. We’re more gingersnaps fans in this family than your traditional soft gingerbread. These gingersnaps are spicy but sweet and crunchy yet chewy. They’re a perfect Christmas cookie and add a nice, savory option to your…