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November 24, 2011 By Kelle

Well, I’m not going to lie. I’m a little bit on Cloud 9, so much that I want to finish this post quickly so I can return to it–this holiday cup of half freaking full.

I spent a lot of time the past couple days doing things I usually dread. Cleaning clutter piles and emptying laundry baskets past the top layer of things I wear, into the middle layer of things I hardly wear and finally deep into the abyss of that bottom layer in the laundry basket–the one that sits for months. It contains strange items that have no place–the belt that goes to that one Halloween costume, the newborn sweater that never got packed up, the cloth napkins that need to be ironed.

I put them all away and soon remembered the satisfaction that comes from a really good clean. Our nest feels so cozy.

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We took the Bedazzlewagon for a quick spin last night, but it has many a rides still ahead.

It jingles when it rolls.

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Sister does a mad crawl to get to the little car when she sees Lainey passing by. She usually catches up and hops on while it’s moving. A bit like jumping a train.

She’s got skills.

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I told Brett today I wish we had acorns down here because I needed them for my table decor. He informed me we do indeed have something acornish and then he sent me on a mad goose chase, down the street and around the corner, where he swore there was a big tree scattered with nutty balls. He lied. I scoured every tree in a three block radius, holding my little paper cup ready to scoop up my acorns. I did, however, find pine cones and dried skinny leaves in our woods. A little hot glue and a chalkboard painted tongue depressor and, voila…place cards. I love tables set with place cards. It says, “Move over ordinary table. Make way for holiday.”

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Oh, and look. Little Baby Narcolept fell asleep during lunch again.

That about does it today. Family awaits.

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Thirty-One Gifts Independent Consultant, Jenny Williams, returns this week as a sponsor, bringing her company’s great selection of bags, totes and purses along. Being one that can use a little help in the organization department, I love how purposeful these bags are–designed with thought. There’s a tote for every occasion and a solution to every problem. I love the square shape and pocket in the Littles Carry All Caddy.

…and the compact 5-Pocket Clutch–the perfect size to carry a diaper, my wallet, phone and lipstick and yet still room for extras.

This month, for every $31 you spend, you get the Littles Carry All Caddy for only $1. Happy Shopping!

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Two quick matters of business:

Thank you for all of your Scentsy orders this month. Jessica Clough has raised an impressive amount for Nella’s Rockstars Fund, and we are so grateful for her contribution. There’s still time to add to the fund. Shop Nella’s Basket Party, and stock up on holiday scents.

Also, Michelle Timmons, Arbonne Independent Consultant, is running a free shipping special until Monday, November 28th. E-mail her your Arbonne order (mitimmons1978@yahoo.com) and mention Enjoying the Small Things, and your shipping will be free!

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There is a lot I am thankful for today, much of which gets expressed in my writing and photos every week. Tonight, I just want to say I am thankful for all of you. Blogging is an interesting concept, but at its core, it allows the connection of ideas and expression between people that might not otherwise have the opportunity to connect. I am so thankful for this outlet and for the inspiration I draw from coming here to do what I love. Thank you for supporting us with your readership and for adding your voice. No matter where you are or what you celebrate, have a Happy Thanksgiving!

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