My husband took this incense cedar in our yard and made a log to place in my son's fireplace. (when they are not using it) The tree had been planted by my dad and we used every piece we could when it fell and had to be cut down, about 5 years ago. This was the last piece.
It can be turned around for a different look. That log is HEAVY!
Now, how do we wrap this????
The men's bible study group each drew names of men in the local shelter to buy them each a complete outfit. Shirt, pants, and shoes. My husband drew a guy who wore a 34w/36L in pants - Turns out that is a hard size to find. We could have ordered it online, but this was on the spur of the moment with just a couple of days. We had it in our minds, to buy a nice warm pair of good jeans - For a brief while, we lost our focus - buying this young man's pants was becoming a hassle. Finally, the light came on - this isn't about us, and what we want or would have wanted. The young man needs some clothes. We were the ones making it hard.
So we bought these really nice leisure-type pants in XL Length at Costco - our second choice but I am sure the young man receiving this will be thrilled.
I can't believe it is a week before Christmas. It's been so cold - sunny clear days. This morning it was 29 degrees when we got up. My beautiful poinsettia is drooping even though it is under the covered patio.
This week coming up is baking week - I plan to bake some recipes that I haven't baked in decades. Should be interesting. More on that later.
What an awesome project for the bible study group. And the Costco purchase sounds perfect!! They will be really comfy.
ReplyDeleteI like that cedar log and the great project of the men's Bible study group. I know churches around the world are doing many good acts like that, that are a blessing.
ReplyDeleteThe above anonymous comment was me, tee hee. I don't like to leave anonymous comments, sometimes it does that. Anyway, that men's Bible study project and the log are super.
ReplyDeleteThanks Terra
DeleteThe log is beautiful! It's a lovely piece and I'm sure it evokes wonderful memories.
ReplyDeletePurchasing an entire outfit that close to Christmas is an adventure indeed. My son wears a similar size - the only store here in Canada that I guarantee will have the size is Mark's Work Wearhouse. But you're absolutely correct, I'm sure the recipient will be thrilled to receive the gift.
Great idea for the Men's Bible Study group.
ReplyDeleteI LOVE that cedar log. Very pretty. Nice church project too. He must be tall for sure. I have heard it is going to be extremely cold on Christmas!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
ReplyDeleteDearest Debby,
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful log of incense cedar—and a very sentimental one!
We gave a beautiful Christmas concert at Church yesterday, me lending my soprano voice to the chancel choir and with organist, pianist and orchestra. Pieter enjoyed it so very much. Even our two hours for rehearsal—with breaks...before we performed.
It was freezing last night, very crisp here!
Big hugs,
Mariette
I bet that was beautiful Mariette. Did you video it?
DeleteNo of course Debby—I could not do that myself while singing... But sadly they must have cancelled the professional taping like last year when it appeared on YouTube. https://mariettesbacktobasics.blogspot.com/2021/12/nothing-is-more-heavenly-than-handels.html
DeleteWhat a wonderful idea to use the family tree! Janice
ReplyDeleteThat is a great thing for the men's study group and I'm sure the recipient of those nice clothes and shoes will appreciate them! Also an excellent idea for a Christmas gift for your son. Something he will surely treasure! Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you and your family!
ReplyDeleteI love the idea of using the log as a gift. I can just imagine how heavy it is.
ReplyDeleteChristmas has really crept up on all of us this year.
God bless.
That log is so special, Debby, especially since the tree was planted by your Dad. I like the way your turned it around in the second photo best. You can see how beautiful the wood is. I think that's wonderful that you bought a pair of pants for someone in the shelter. It's been in the 20's and 30's here too, and we're supposed to see more snow in the first of the year.
ReplyDeleteMerry Christmas to you, Debby.
~Sheri