Keksie

When we moved and changed everything over we were impressed how smoothly it went and how nice everyone was.

An interesting bit of trivia. The brass beaver at the entrance of each is made in a foundry in Bastrop, Texas. The foundry has a tour and night pour twice a year. We went a few times and it was very interesting and fun to watch.

Although it looks very crowded it does not feel that way. The bathrooms are huge and very clean. Their coffee is really good with a large variety of creamers etc. They usually have a lot of check outs open. They have different counters of food. There are healthy food choices also. I have not gotten the bbq but have gotten other prepared food there. I just order on the screens they have set up inside and then they call you when your order is ready. It doesn't take long and it is a good break from a long car trip. Of course there is all the home decor items I take a quick look at. LOL

The bottom one. The top one doesn't look right with the lighter wood.

Which is why I advise people to not have their dog's fur spun into yarn. Lol

It is a clear bright blue sky here at home and a lovely 79 degrees outside. For our walk on the beach earlier it was slightly cooler and very foggy. There was a red flag warning. The fog still had not lifted after lunch at 2 p.m.

It depends on the look you are going for. I like the mirror but for me it would be a little too large for the mantle.

He sounds like a perfect Christmas present.

I will have the oysters, lobster bisque, Seabass and cheesecake. Can you just door dash it over here? Lol

Cocoa and I are wishing everyone a Happy New Year everyone else is sleeping.

1265 days and counting. I don't see any cruises in our future. I still hear of the occasional covid protocols being enforced so don't feel comfortable booking yet.

I am adding my wishes for a Merry Christmas and a Wonderful New Year for everyone.

@jagsfan I am so sorry for your loss. Take care.

I think of the day or two before as just part of my vacation. A time to see something of the area the ship is leaving from. Rent a car for a day or two and look around. Do a little research to find interesting sites for instance in Galveston there is the Strand, the beaches the pyramids etc. Find some interesting/good restaurants. Yes, it adds to the cost, but it can start the vacation off to a relaxing start.

Brrr. The cold front arrived last night. This morning to take the dogs out I had on 2 coats, gloves, mittens and a hat. I will wear more clothing when I take Cocoa for an eye recheck today. Yuck. Wednesday night we went to the "Sowell's North Pole" It was a very nice display and a former "Light Fight" winner. Then yesterday we went to the casino in Mississippi. There were a lot of speed traps on the way so watch out on the highways. The casino had beautiful displays for Christmas. I didn't win but my son and his GF came out ahead.

It is 48F here this morning. Supposed to get to 62F later today. My son, his GF and I are going to Biloxi to the casino for the day. Then the cold weather that has escaped the north is going to come for a visit. I will be an unhappy camper for at least 5 days weather wise. It will definitely feel like Christmas. Brrrr the coldest night will be Friday at 17F. Pipes are covered, plants are in, pets never stay outside and Rocco's jacket is by the door, now I need to find my heaviest jacket, gloves, scarf and maybe long undies.

Will the tooth fairy come tonight? Such a handsome little boy!

So glad for you the trip with the cats is over and now they can help you unpack the boxes.

Have a Pain Killer made with vanilla rum. Super yummy.

Congratulations. What a beautiful little girl.

Wishing everyone who celebrates a Happy Hanukkah!

Storm (who is on the white cube) loves the cube and unless he is cuddled up next to me at night, that is where he likes to sleep. Elmer (the other tabby) likes the top of the bed. At night he likes to sleep on my pillow. Samantha and Annabel are usually outside (which made this picture unusual). At night Samantha sleeps in the living room while Annabel takes the foot of the bed on my side. At night Rocco (a poodle mix) sleeps between my husband and me. Samantha also has a plant stand she likes to sleep on. Annabel does not sleep much. LOL.

Cocoa the bulldog is not happy this morning. She had eye surgery yesterday and will have to wear the cone of shame for several days.

What my cats do when it is a cold morning!

I guess it depends on how you want to travel. I am the heavy packer type. I want all my makeup, a good variety of jewelry and plenty of clothes. I don't want to do laundry on vacation. I also want a variety of shoes. For instance, on our 14-day cruise tour of Alaska we brought 3 large suitcases. One for me, one for my husband that had our land clothes and one that had cruise specific clothes. I have found that if we book our air early enough I can get first class tickets which include 2 bags free each for a reasonable price. To me a vacation is special and I don't want to feel like I am having to scrimp on my clothing selections.