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This week's carnivals:

• Make it From Scratch at 11th Heaven's Homemaking Haven
• Festival of Frugality at the Negotiation Board

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My recipe of the week comes from The Pioneer Women, one of my favorite blogs. Love her, love her wit, love her writing, love her photos, and love her recipes.

I made this dish this week and hubby was in love with me all over again.

Pork Loin with Cranberry Sauce

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Christmas is a week away and we are almost done with our shopping. I have been waiting for a Borders coupons, so I can buy some books for gifts.

I need to plan my Christmas breakfast menu this weekend and do the shopping for it. We are really looking forward to Christmas. Our kids are caught up in the season and are very excited too.

I have taken a semi-blogging break this week and will take a break for the next two weeks. I might have a post or two, but with holiday preparations, family celebrations, and our trip to visit my in-laws, I won't be on my computer too much. And, quite honestly I don't want to be. I want to focus on my family.

I am looking forward to 2010. I have lots of ideas for my family and for my blog. But right now I am wishing you all a good weekend!!