(to-do) Cold Saturday edition

I have the bestest friends, did you know that? argus7hills and I have gotten like 4 calls from folks around the state, wanting to know if we have heat/power/are okay. Yes, we are, and yes, our house is open if folks who do NOT have power/heat/hot water want to stop by and shower, warm up, etc.

I loves you guys.

Today, I am staying HOME. I am taking out some of my new teacups (lovely, lovely!) and drinking tea (and cranberry soda and vodka, occasionally) and writing. I will finish Three Ships today. I will NOT play WoW until after 8 pm, if I get stuff done.

I might, however, make cinnamon buns. I haven't decided yet. But I'm contemplating baking...something.

(tea) I will share all of these...

This is the first teacup I've unpacked and used - a Royal Albert Masquerade. I have the cup, saucer and two plates. I love it!




Isn't it gorgeous? I'll post pics of the others as I unpack them.

(christmas) Favorite carols...

So I thought I'd share some of my favorite carols that I've found on Youtube this year.

I'd never heard this version of "Christmas in Killarney" but I really like it!

(christmas) Another favorite

I have a version by the Jingle Punks on my harddrive that is cracked-out, but this is my favorite version.

(christmas) Another favorite as well

I adore this carol (Belleau Woods), and it ALWAYS makes me cry. This one I dedicate to all the troops serving away from home - hopefully next Christmas will find every one of you back with the ones you love.

If you didn't know, this carol is based on an actual incident from World War I. It's very, very touching - and I only wish it could come true.