A place of refuge where, in the spirit of L'Abri, there is freedom to openly discuss honest questions about life. A place to be encouraged. A place to celebrate the family God has blessed us with. Chateau Smith is open. You are welcome here.
Saturday, December 29, 2007
Boys and Christmas!
Thursday, December 27, 2007
Christmas Eve Eve
This year we had an impromtu gathering which the girls dubbed "Christmas Eve Eve". Hannah's friends Katie and Emilie came over to hang out for a bit. We even went Christmas caroling..it was a beautiful night. We may even celebrate Christmas Eve Eve again next year!!! Of course the highlight of the evening was catching the Christmas culprit!!
Sunday, December 23, 2007
The Twelfth Day of Christmas!!
When this happened we had a FULL HOUSE. We have relatives in town. And, our daughter had a couple of friends over. The kids were fixing their plates for dinner when a knock was heard at the door. Let's just say plates dropped to the floor...it's a good thing they were paper. And they ran as fast as they could.
The Christmas mystery has been solved thanks to Clara's training...even though her surveillance skills leave much to be desired. We say a hearty "THANK YOU" to our friends who have blessed us SO MUCH this Christmas season. They have invested much time and energy and have poured out their love into our family.
It reminds me of the love Christ lavishes on all!!!
Almost Done...
Ten Lords a'leaping....a DVD of Lord of the Dance. The funny thing is that this is one of David's favorite shows. We saw it live when we lived in Dayton.
Eleven Pipers Piping...a cd of Scottish pipes and drums was on the doorstep when we woke up in the morning.
We are still waiting for twelve drummers drumming. Right now we have twelve people in our home. Certainly someone will be able to catch the culprit.
Friday, December 21, 2007
Who Needs Toys?
Tough Guy
I have nothing better to do than blog right now...no house to clean, no gifts to buy, no presents to wrap, no groceries to purchase, no food to cook. Oh, I just woke up from my daydream. It was a beautiful dream where my house was sparkling clean and my children were sitting quietly reading book.
AARRRGGHHH!!!
Nine ladies dancing...this is the aarrgghh part. We are READY to solve the mystery of the Christmas culprit who is spreading all this cheer. Clara and I were sitting on our love seat a mere eight feet from our back door. We heard the tale-tell knock on the back door. Clara (who is faster than lighting) ran to the door, threw it open...to no avail. I ran to the front door to look for activity...to no avail.
We have two more days to solve this mystery!! This is getting SERIOUS!!
Tuesday, December 18, 2007
Research Project
Candy House
Seven Swans and Six Geese
Today when I arrived home from work, we found seven "swans" a swimming. This time the note explained that they are still in their "ugly duckling" phase. Elijah is enjoying the water play with the swans!!!
So, we still have not solved the mystery, but tomorrow we are on a mission. The Smiths are reading a little Sherlock Holmes tonight to prepare for our investigation!!!
Monday, December 17, 2007
Elijah's Preschool Program
The program was adorable...It started with reading of the Christmas story. Then, each class sang a song. His class sang Jingle Bells. He actually sang. And, finally Santa came and handed out candy canes.
Hint for my mom...click on the picture so it will bigger!!
Happy Birthday to Jesus.
Sunday, December 16, 2007
The Fifth Day of Christmas!!
This morning we were all snug as a bug in a rug, when to our wondering ears did a doorbell sound. Alas, our fifth day had arrived...FIVE GOLDEN RINGS.
I have a confession to make...David and I may just be enjoying this more than the kids!!! This morning we were giggling like little children. It's been a rough year in our household and this is a nice treat.
And, we appreciate the effort more than our children do. We know this is a busy time of year. Someone is going to great lengths, taking precious time to bring us the little gifts. We appreciate the sacrifice and the love being shown. The kids just think it's cool!!
We'll let you know what tomorrow brings!!
Saturday, December 15, 2007
The Fourth Day of Christmas!!
Friday, December 14, 2007
The Days of Christmas!!
Two nights ago, there was a knock on our door and we found a partridge in a pear tree on our sidewalk. The next night another knock on the door and we found two turtle doves (two packages of turtles and two dove chocolate bars). Of course you will notice that we took pictures of wrappers. That chocolate was consumed rapidly!!! This morning another knock at the door and we found three french hens. Needless to say our children are ecstatic with the Christmas cheer being spread through someone sweet, creative souls. Enjoy the pics of the Smith's being Christmas'd.
The Dentist!!
Tonya is right..this particular dentist does a nice job of NOT making you feel guilty because you haven't been in a while. They also do not make you wait. They give a free consultation where they take X-rays to determine what work needs to be done. And, get this they don't seem to find EVERYTHING UNDER THE SUN that needs to be done.
So, I was pumped up as I went into my appointment. The decision had been made to NOT use the sedation because it saved over $300. It seemed like a good decision at the time. My appointment went fairly well...it wasn't terrible anyway. But I guess I was tense the whole time because the next day I literally felt like I had been run over by a mack truck. The moral of this story is this....if they offer you drugs at the dentist take them people!!!
Thursday, December 13, 2007
Quiet Denied!!
So, me and the boys spent a few minutes looking at the half decorated Christmas tree..clad only in lights. Thank goodness for DVR, I just turned on Adventures in Odyssey and they are quiet as mice. Well, Noah just loudly invited me to please, please, please come watch the movie with them. So, I'm off to Odyssey with my coffee and then off to work!!
My "quiet time" may have been interrupted, but God must be pleased as I hang out with my little men...they will not be little for long. Quiet denied, but LOVE LOUDLY DECLARED!!!