The holidays have been wonderful and I have enjoyed the change of pace but I am really glad to be getting back into normal routine. Because I like routines.

We had a quiet New Year's Eve at home and another quiet day today. Amanda went to spend the night with two of her friends tonight.  Doug and Austin spent the afternoon working on building a chicken coop for Amanda's two chickens. Michael enjoyed watching the process and trying to help.

I made homemade cheese pizza for lunch, black eyed peas and corn bread for dinner.

I worked on my blog and had a great time enjoying the peace and quiet in the house while everyone else was either gone or working in the garage.

I feel refreshed and ready to face a new year of adventure.