I was awakened in the middle of the night by love bites on my mouth! I thought I was dreaming but then it turned out to be Sam who is on my lap now and continuing to love-bite my hand! He's asking to be fed but the affections of this 20# cat are interesting and touching.

Accomplished a lot yesterday, I think. Made up the spiced tea and sampled it--pleased that it could have stood more dilution and it would have been even better. Need to keep that in mind when I do up the directions.

Made progress on our Christmas lists (cards, gifts, etc.). Also made up the rum balls but think I may need to make up more. Ended the evening with peppermint bark--new recipe for me and can think of a better way to make it.

Worked on my new project. Frustrated with final results and hope a trip to Hobby Lobby will solve the problem. May have to re-do part of it to get what I want. But pleased that it can/should take much less time the second and third time around.

Dad's cookies are nearly gone so will probably start off with his today. Poor Dad, he is secretary on two different committees and struggles so with his duties. I relate; I am treasurer of one group and hate doing that, too!

Strange pain in my upper left back and can't imagine where that is coming from! What the heck did I do now!?

Down to 36 this AM heading for 60 later today. Didn't see Charlie last night. Hope he's ok. It's rained for 2 days straight and I know this is tough on him without anyone to snuggle up to!

Darby, Chloe and Jake all played in the mud yesterday and all got baths! Darby sleeps near me when he's inside. Every time I moved yesterday I felt like I was leading a parade!

Need to begin working on verses for the card.

Peace!

Carol