Gracious Giving

Guilty!  There are times when I ignore my own advice!  Seriously … those are moments when I am completely brainless!  Like I eluded to in yesterday's post … deadlines are fast approaching as I hurry to complete my remaining 007 projects!

Stress began to replace joy … doubt was invading my "can do" attitude … definitely not a reflection of my dillydally principles!  A friend had invited me to her holiday cookie party … and I had decided I couldn't fit it in.  I told myself that I didn't have time to bake cookies or spend time celebrating the season.  See?  Sometimes I AM completely brainless!

Snow was falling Saturday morning … Flicka and I were sewing … Christmas carols were playing … it was time to stop the stress …

 … and quickly bake some cookies!  Nothing fancy … just tasty … Mint Chocolate Chip!

I've attended many "cookie exchanges" over the years … all fun in their own way!  Hostess Neva, planned a party that really captured the spirit of the holidays!  Of course, there were cookies …  of every variety!  Beautiful and delicious!

Neva provided us with containers of every shape and size …

… and the supplies to decorate and embellish them!  Yep … this cookie party was about creating gifts for others!

After decorating our containers … we filled them with cookies!

Playing with markers, stickers and ribbons while visiting with friends … dillydallying at its best!

Cookies ready for delivery …

… in beautifully handcrafted containers!

Neva and her party reflect everything the holiday season is about … giving.  She shared her home and talents … everyone contributed cookies … we created with our hands … resulting in gifts for others!  This is exactly the reminder I needed … to put aside for a moment all my busyness … and refocus on what Christmas is all about!  I am so blessed … and grateful ... for the gracious hospitality of a dear friend.  Yep … this Grinch has also been transformed! ;-)

Do what you love.  Occasionally refocus.  Give.  Do dillydally!

Mrs. DillyDally