Author: bakequeen29

Last night, we left a cookie, a Little Debbie Christmas Tree, and some milk out for Santa, Reese even left Reindeer food on the front lawn. We said our goodbyes to Chippy and told him he was welcome to come back next year. We also told his new friends goodbye and wished them safe travels.… Continue reading See ya, Chippy! Merry Christmas!

Hello, Christmas Eve! Looks like Chippy is ready to go home and is giving the snowmen a hug goodbye. After the Family Christmas Eve service at church, we were headed to our friends’ house for Christmas nachos! Crystal made it to seven layers of nachos! So worth it! Plus, she made cheese enchiladas!! Sorry, I… Continue reading Adventures with Chippy – Day 24

Looks like Chippy decided to ditch the Beetle and hop in the sleigh. The bear couple that is usually in the sleigh is now in the car and the Cabbage Patch doll didn’t make the cut. I think Chippy is trying to figure out the best way to get back home. Today was another baking… Continue reading Adventures with Chippy – Day 23

Still sporting the new ride. Chippy made it under Reese’s tree this morning. All of his friends were along for the ride! Only two more days for Chippy! Parent’s Nite Out tonight – thank goodness for Primrose, Reese was excited to go and we were happy to have a much needed night out together. We… Continue reading Adventures with Chippy – Day 22

I’m feeling a Jurassic World vibe… Chippy found my VW Beetle and decided to take it for a spin! He picked up a new passenger, too. I wondered where that Cabbage Patch Doll keychain went.

Chippy checked out or gingerbread house village today. There’s a lot going on here. Dinosaur origami, monster truck, Oreo house, gingerbread house, plus Chippy and friends to boot! Looks like we’re not eating at the table tonight. Today was my annual mammogram appointment. While not a comfortable experience, it is necessary. The dressing room had… Continue reading Adventures with Chippy – Day 20

Chippy revisited the mantel today sans the boots. Maybe he wanted to make sure Mimi’s stocking was safe and secure. It’s our first Christmas without Mimi but I know she’s happy to finally be celebrating with those in Heaven she has missed for so many years. Four batches of cookies later… plus some sweet treats… Continue reading Adventures with Chippy – Day 19

I think Chippy is testing out the trees. Today he chose the family tree. I wonder what’s in the UGG box? Dinner consisted of Mexican food from Ole’s and a jalapeno margarita. We’ve lived in our neighborhood since 2007 and finally checked this restaurant out three weeks ago. I was so happy to find the… Continue reading Adventures with Chippy – Day 18