The good news is now we have a handicapped parking pass for holiday shopping...

A few weeks ago my little sister was involved in a pretty serious car accident. It was very dark and foggy one night and she collided head on with another car. The other people involved in the accident had some bad bumps and bruises, but Katy had to be cut out of her car and ended up with a broken leg, arm, and a few ribs. She was in Intensive Care for a while and is scheduled to finally go home tomorrow morning.



This post is not meant to be depressing. Katy is doing much better now, and we are all extremely grateful for the blessings that have come out of this scary time. I went back and forth deciding whether or not to post these pictures and decided to do so for two reasons: 1) to thank everyone for their thoughts, prayers, and concern-- it has made a world of difference to Katy, my family, and myself. And 2) with the holiday season comes the unfortunately increased chance of vehicular accidents. Please drive slow, alert, and wear your seatbelt!!!

It's Christmas time in the kitchen

A few of you have been lucky enough to partake of the honored Pingree holiday tradition known as Maids of Honor. These little dreams are part cupcake, part pie, and only allowed to be made from Thanksgiving to New Years. And it just doesn't feel like Christmas without them, so I made a few the other night.

...And by a few, I mean 4 dozen.

Holly Jolly

The halls are decked and I am ready for Christmas to be here!