*Twinkles*
These last few days have sure been busy ones, I tell ya. I'm enjoying a little respite here on this calm and quiet morning before we start preparing our Christmas Eve dinner later today. We drove up to Portland yesterday (a wild ride up and back as we weathered the first of several storms to hit here this week), for an afternoon of fun and frolic with our families there. We had dinner and did a gift exchange afterwards. The kids really look forward to seeing their cousins and little niece. Even Jack (rabbit) was excited to see everyone again. This fuzzy little fellow is totally house-broken, even uses a litter box, and is very people friendly. A real heart-breaker. 
Grace and I made candy Truffles to bring, using both dark chocolate and white chocolate, rolled in a variety of things to spice up the party. In case you aren't familiar with these, Truffles are bite-sized chocolate confections usually made from ganache, a mixture of chocolate and cream. They can also be dipped in chocolate for a more polished presentation. There are literally hundreds of recipes or variations for making them, many available on the net. Here are a few that I like, though I haven't made all of these. Yet. (tee hee) I especially like this mocha one though I don't use a microwave.
Oh, and here's proof that there was more than gnoshing happening around here. I finished my pillows! Actually, they were done awhile ago, I just kept forgetting to take a picture. They are the perfect addition to the hall bench. I've added a few more pictures here if you want a closer look.
Well, that's it for now. Time to run along. I just wanted to wish everyone Best Wishes for a Peaceful and Merry Holiday Season wherever you are!
xo xo xo
Merry Christmas to you and your lovely family!
Posted by: Pam | December 24, 2007 at 12:41 PM
Here's wishing you and your family the merriest Christmas ever! Hugs, Jenny
Posted by: jenny b harris | December 24, 2007 at 01:22 PM
The pillows are beautiful! Merry Christmas to you!
Posted by: Barbara H. @ Stray Thoughts | December 24, 2007 at 02:30 PM
Wishing you and yours a happy, joy-filled and merry Christmas!!
Posted by: Casey | December 24, 2007 at 06:39 PM
Blessings to you! Hope your holidays
are wonderful! keep up the truly lovely inspiration!
xoxo
Dollybelle
Posted by: christine | December 24, 2007 at 08:23 PM
Merry Christmas Vicki!
Posted by: zenmomma | December 24, 2007 at 10:59 PM
A joyous Christmas and best wishes for the New Year! I love your pillows - great ideas for next Christmas.
Posted by: Teresa | December 25, 2007 at 08:00 AM
I love your pillows. Wishing I could underline "love" to show you how much I love them. Merry Christmas!
Posted by: Cindy | December 25, 2007 at 10:18 AM
I love your pillows. Wishing I could underline "love" to show you how much I love them. Merry Christmas!
Posted by: Cindy | December 25, 2007 at 10:19 AM
The pillows are just beautiful! I am crazy about the beautiful things you make as well as the thoughtful presentation!
Posted by: Ravenhill | December 25, 2007 at 10:52 AM
Best wishes from Poland!
Posted by: Marta | December 25, 2007 at 11:49 AM
Wishing you a very merry christmas from Perth Australia where its 109 degrees today! I truly enjoy all your wonderful photos and crafty ideas.
Posted by: Helen | December 26, 2007 at 02:01 AM
Jack does look like a charming little heartbreaker~sigh~
Those truffles look like delicious little diet-breakers, too :)
Wishing you all a very merry, warm and blessed Christmas!~xo
Posted by: tinker | December 26, 2007 at 03:55 AM
Best wishes! Thanks for sharing your adventures with us.
Posted by: kate | December 26, 2007 at 06:14 PM
Jack's big day comes early this year, as Easter is in mid-March. I hope the New Year brings your family health and peace!
Posted by: Mary Ellen | December 27, 2007 at 07:25 AM
Vicki, you must be somewhere North of me!!!
I love your pillows. Mine weren't that pretty but I tried!!
Posted by: Miss Paula | December 27, 2007 at 11:05 AM
Hope you had a blessed Christmas!! Wishing you and yours a happy and prosperous 2008!!!
Posted by: Gypsy Purple | December 27, 2007 at 07:23 PM
Hope you had a Merry Christmas!!! Your truffles look delicious and your pillows turned out really beautiful.
Jack is sooo cute! I bet your girls love him.
Posted by: Jennifer | December 28, 2007 at 07:58 AM
I really love the pillows, did you use a pattern or just piece them together? I would love to get started on some for next year! Maybe you could put together a quick tutorial??? Em
Posted by: Emily | December 29, 2007 at 03:00 PM
Uh... sorry - just saw it on the right side there... oops! THANKS!Em
Posted by: Emily | December 29, 2007 at 03:01 PM
Love your pillows!! Happy New year! :-)
Posted by: M&Co | December 31, 2007 at 12:50 AM
Love love love your pillows and they've inspired me to dig out my redwork patterns and get busy on Valentine pillows!
Posted by: pogonip | January 02, 2008 at 07:55 PM
Your pillows are enchanting. Your work is always so perfect! I've been away from the computer for a month and really missed reading your blog. Happy New Year!
Posted by: Diane B. | January 06, 2008 at 12:46 PM