My 2012 Christmas List

1. Personalized Hand Stamped Snowflake Ornament from Kristine's Keepsakes (Etsy). I'd really like to start a tradition of getting one customized family ornament each year.

2. The Betrayal of the Blood Lily by Lauren Willig. This is book #6 in a 10 (and counting) book historical fiction spy/mystery series. It's my guilty pleasure; they are easy reads.

3. The Margo PJ from Majamas. I reviewed a similar pair of these recently and love them so much; I need a long-sleeve pair for the Winter.

4. Cuisinart Programmable Breadmaker. I dream of fresh bread and dough and have NO time to make it all myself these days. Does anyone have one of these? Are they worth it?

5. Camera Strap Cover from PaisleyMaizie (Etsy). It's about time to start getting some accessories for my camera that I got a year ago ::hides:: I love the minky fabric on this one.

6. Opteka DSLR Case. Another desperately needed camera accessory. My current camera case was part of last year's Black Friday deal and it's a giant backpack. Momma needs something a little smaller.

7. Cognac Knee High Boots by Nectar. It doesn't have to be this exact pair, but I would like to venture into the world of riding boots. This {extremely fashion unconscious} Momma has never owned a pair.

8. Sofft Valda Mary Janes. Another pair of shoes I have fallen in love with recently. These will go with anything practically.

9. Empire scoop neck nursing top by Milk Nursingwear. My other Milk Nursingwear top is so comfortable and allows for easy nursing - I would like to expand my wardrobe!

10. My heart's in Massachusetts necklace by Zailove (Etsy). Having lived in Massachusetts for most of my life, this one is self-explanatory :)

What's on your holiday wish list this year?


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This week's Toddle Along Tuesday co-host is Maria from Layers of Meaning and the topic is Holiday Wish Lists for yourself! What does Momma want this year? I may or may not be stalking your lists for ideas for myself ;) There are no rules here, except that you link up a relevant post (old or new) rather than your whole blog.

Next week's topic is birth order! Has it affected your kids' personalities, or yours? Is there any truth to that philosophy, in your experience?

If you like advance notice for TAT, check out the bottom right of my blog - topics for the next couple months are listed. Would you like to submit a topic idea and/or volunteer to co-host one week? E-mail me!

Carina's 2012 Christmas List

1. KidKraft Pastel Coffee Set - $29.99. She loves coffee, what can I say? ;)

2. Monkey Scentsy Buddy - usually $25, but currently Buy 1 Get 1 Free through 10/31! I may or may not have already bought 4 of these to save for gifts for others...

3. Step2 LifeStyle Custom Kitchen - $89.99. She loves to help us cook!

4. Ikea MALA Easel - $14.99. Carina loves her crayons but doesn't have a designated space for coloring. Right now we just tape paper to our coffee table. This would be much better.

5. HearthSong Pink Eco-Friendly Tool Set - $27.98. What girl doesn't want pink tools?

6. Ralph Lauren Striped Velour Dress - $29.99. Yes, I know I have an unhealthy obsession with Ralph Lauren baby clothes!

7. Lego Duplos - $39.59. Mike's folks have a bunch of these and Carina went crazy playing with them when we were visiting last week. She yells "doo-puh-loes!!" and it's the cutest thing ever, I promise.

8. Old Navy Performance Fleece Booties - $7.94. Carina has these but is about to outgrow them. She loves them so much, so we'll have to get another pair in the next size up.

9. Big Anthony and the Magic Ring by Tomie dePaola - $7.00. Ever since we checked this out from the library Carina wants to read it ALL the time. It's worth buying it at this point.

10. Calico Critters Cloverleaf Manor - $179.95 (eek!) This might be overkill, we'll probably look for a used one if we even get it. Carina plays with these critters for hours, though, so it might be worth it.

Whoa, that's a lot of stuff. We won't be buying all of it for sure...a few things for Christmas, and a few more for her birthday just 3 days later. Now to decide which to get! That's the fun part, right?


What's on your little one(s) holiday lists?


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This week's Toddle Along Tuesday co-host is The Stay-At-Home Attorney and the topic is holiday wish lists for your little ones! What is on his/her wish list this year? We'll do lists for ourselves in a couple weeks ;) There are no rules here, except that you link up a relevant post (old or new) rather than your whole blog (or business, #comeonnow).

Next week's topic is Halloween! I can't wait to see your costumes!

If you like advance notice for TAT, check out the bottom right of my blog - topics for the next couple months are listed. Would you like to submit a topic idea and/or volunteer to co-host one week? E-mail me!

Carina's Christmas List

If Carina could talk, I'm pretty sure that she would tell me that she wants these things for Christmas... ;)

1. Boikido Wooden Musical Building Blocks
2. Sweet December Hats Holiday Elegance headband - use code GEEKY10 for 10% off your order
3. Fisher-Price Laugh & Learn Tea Set
4. Rockabye Buzzy Bee Rocker - on Zulily for 50% off through 11/27 (just bought this yesterday!)
5. Ralph Lauren Short-Sleeved Velour Dress
6. B. Toys Zany Zoo Wooden Activity Cube 
7. Tiny Tillia Plush Bowling Set - check out my Tiny Tillia giveaway going on right now!
8. Melissa & Doug Picnic Basket Fill & Spill Toy
9. Chaos and Love Shop Crocheted Viking Hat - use code GEEKYFALL10 for 10% off your order

What's on your little one's Christmas list?