Sunday, December 16, 2007

It's Beginning to look a lot like Christmas!

Ok, so it really isn't for us.... thus the basis of my post!!! I am trying so hard to get in the Christmas Spirit... But is rough when you are still wearing shorts (even to work for that matter) and you are going to the beach on the weekends.... It just feels wrong to me... I swear it is even harder to get in the Spirit this year than last for some reason. This will be Brandon and I's Second "Christmas in Paradise" I only get Christmas and New Years Day off so we are stuck on the rock again.... could be worse I guess....So, all of you who are playing in the snow and drinking cocoa to stay warm.... I hate you....

Our first Christmas Married
Our petite tree...
we can't seem to keep that cord from falling down..
Our Fave Decoration...Thanks Frandsen Family!

8 comments:

The Powells said...

hey! I need picts of your new hair! have brandon do some great candid photos and post em! I don't have tons of time right now - Steve just got back from Ranger School and we're trying to get ready for Christmas and MOVING. Ugh. Call me - or I'll call you when I get more than one minute so that we can chat. Love ya!

Stef said...

I feel your pain! it's been in the 80's here in GA so we're still in shorts and t-shirts too. I've been here almost 5 years and still have a hard time getting into the christmas spirit. Having ethan helps because we are working to get him more excited, thus helping us feel a little more christmasy, hang in there!

Brad and Sue Frandsen said...

Okay, I'm thinking Mr. Brandon Claus needs to step it up a bit, that guy is crazy Christmas. I'm sure after his finals are over that he'll have some fun things up his sleeves; I LOVE the snow/sandman!! Adorable!! Hang in there we had same warm weather when I leave in California. One year I threatened to put sarah wrap on the windows so it could at least feel a little 'bleak'. I hope you're enjoying having Brandon back physically and mentally since school is over for a few weeks. Put him to work!!! He makes awesome peanut butter fudge, and pumpkin pie!

Cheme' said...

I haven't made these in forever, but they bring back fond memories of Reject Villa.

Cake Mix Bars

1 box cake mix, any flavor (chocolate of course)
2 eggs
1/3 c. oil
8 oz. pkg cream cheese, softened
1/3 c. sugar
1 c. chocolate chips, or other flavor

Mix cake mix (dry) with 1 egg (beaten) and oil until crumbly. Reserve 1 cup. Pat remaining mixture into ungreased 13x9 pan (I like a smaller pan so they are fatter). Bake for 15 minutes at 350. Beat cream cheese, sugar and 1 egg until light and smooth. (I burned up a few mixers until I figured out that if you soften it in the microwave it will mix well. But don't melt it; just heat at half power.) Stir in chocolate chips. Spread over baked layer. Sprinkle with reserved crumbs. Bake 15 minutes longer. Cool before cutting. Serve with vanilla ice cream. Delicious!

Lindsey said...

I have an Idea...come see me in utah. I will you give that white christmas that you need....then we shall fly back to hawaii!! what a deal!

Tiffani said...

We wish you guys were coming HOME for Christmas! I LOVED your Christmas cards...we just got it in the mail today. So cute!

Annie said...

hi! I love your pictures your so pretty. Ok so i'm trying this blogging thing, but I need your help. I can't figure this out. SOS

The Frandsens said...

I need to call you soon, but I just wanted to say THANK YOU for my Christmas presents! That is the best matsumotos shirt I have seen...LOVE IT. And I always wanted to get one of those photo albums, but never did...and then it is filled with the best pictures. You are pretty much the best present giver ever. THANK YOU