New treats

So, I have to show off my favorite things from Christmas... This morning my mom and I woke up early (as early as I could justify...) to get some after-Christmas deals.

Of course, Starbucks was necessary after waking up so inconveniently early (7:30). My current favorite drink is vanilla peppermint latte with skim milk. I love that they put my name on it and that it looks so festive. :) makes it taste better too. Thanks to 2 of my kids' parents who gave me starbucks gift cards and my own mom who gave me one also! Free starbucks for a while! :D cheers!

This is a basket made of recycled newspapers I got for $5. I am using it to hold my notebook, colored pencils, devotion book, current novel, and candy (peppermint kisses, my favorite). It fits just perfectly in the little cubby above my bed.

New notebook! Ever since I was a kid, I adored stationary and office supplies. I'd buy new pens and pencils even when I had 1000 at home. Anyways, this notebook was only $4. I paid $8 for a similar one a couple months ago, so I was happy.  It's also the perfect size to fit in my purse and carry around.

You can't tell from the picture of the cover that the pages have 4 different colored tabs. I love to use these as a devotional notebook. I can record sermon notes in one section, personal study in another, prayer/ scripture memory in another, and the last one is open to whatever I feel led to scribble in. I also enjoy the bright colors and the plain pages. They only have lines, no header or swirlies or flowers around the pages.

These pajama pants are from my best friend, Lindi. They're pretty much awesome. I hate spending money on pajamas... so they're a good gift for me. The little slipper socks are warm. I hate wearing actual socks, but these are more cozy. Hello Kitty was my mom's doing... but I'll wear em. :) I love being cozy and blogging. :)

These hot apple cider candles are my absolute favorite! They only sell them at Christmas time at Walmart- so I got 2 extras today for half price... $2 for a 15 oz candle and hours of a delicious-smelling room! :D again, cozy.