Retirement, Simple Living and Me: Things That Are Making Me Jolly

Tis' the season to be jolly! Here are a few things that are making me jolly this week.

Baking cookies:



Making them for family and friends!


The newest member of our "pack": 




Ringo Starr came to live with us on Thanksgiving week-end!


This simple holiday centerpiece:




These simple decorations:


"Mousemas Tree"



A tiny collection of Santas


This photo from a Christmas past:




And this Nativity set to remind me just exactly what Christmas is all about!



What's making you jolly this holiday season?

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