The Cole Homestead

Just waiting for the Storm to move in

We have been hearing all day about how bad this storm is going to be.  I tried to get all of my laundry caught up, bread baked, oats to soaking, and vac ran.  I made sure to fill the oil lamps and get the alcohol ready for our vent less fireplace.  Gee, I wish that stove was here.

With everything caught up I am trying to finish the last of my christmas presents.  I am crocheting around some wash clothes to include in every-ones gift baskets.  I am also knitting sock for my children and a shaw for my self.  If I have electricity tomorrow I plan to bake the cookies and make the Christmas candy.  I can't make homemade chocolate covered cherries like my Grandmother ( I don't have cool hands).  I am doing simple molded chocolates this year and a few butter creams.  Then the only thing left in my daughter's dress and a few skirts for me.  Well maybe a few new night gowns.  My mother in law insists that you wear a new nightgown on Christmas eve.  And you never argue with the mother in law!

My mother in law stopped today.  She needed to raid my stash of flannel for a bed spread and skirt she is making for her camper bed.  She brought me money to pay the fella that is going to bring our wood.  That is our Christmas present from my sister in law.  If you ask me it was the perfect gift.  I am lucky to be part of a family that loves and knows us so well.

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11:01, Monday, December 10, 2007 .. Posted by blessedmomof10

I love your homey "touches" on your blog..... hope you stay warm and safe as the storm moves in.........it's a good peaceful feeling to know you are prepared.....

Blessings~
gloria