Monthly Archives: December 2009

Jobs!

Posted on December 31, 2009 by Stephen Moody

This past Wednesday, I got word that I will be starting a new job (doing IT for a local logistics company) on January 11th.  The next day, Elisabeth got a call that she will be starting her job with the … Continue reading →

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A Merry Little Christmas

Posted on December 29, 2009 by Elisabeth Moody

My mom told me once that the week after Christmas was for visiting friends and seeing what they got for Christmas. Then those friends would visit you, munch leftover Christmas goodies, and see all your presents which were displayed under … Continue reading →

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Celebrating Christmas

Posted on December 25, 2009 by Elisabeth Moody

Stephen and I love spending time with family, exchanging presents, singing Christmas carols, drinking holiday coffee, seeing the snow fall (which we are missing here in Phoenix!) and decorating with red and green. But that’s not really why we celebrate … Continue reading →

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ZooLights

Posted on December 24, 2009 by Elisabeth Moody

Last night we visited the Phoenix Zoo with some friends to see the spectacular light display. A few tips if you ever plan to attend: DEFINITELY buy your tickets ahead of time at Fry’’s. Not only do you get a … Continue reading →

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Hark! The Herald Angels Sing

Posted on December 20, 2009 by Elisabeth Moody

Our church’s Christmas cantata this morning was entitled “Hark! The Herald Angels Sing.” Stephen had the privilege of writing the narration, which was read by a couple in our church. The narration went line by line through the familiar carol … Continue reading →

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101 Days of Unemployment

Posted on December 14, 2009 by Elisabeth Moody

Tomorrow will be a little oasis in the “Desert of Unemployment.” I will be substituting for a teacher’s assistant at a nearby preschool. I’m not sure if I’ll remember how to function in a work environment after 101 days in … Continue reading →

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Chesapeake Crab Cakes

Posted on December 13, 2009 by Elisabeth Moody

Blue crab from the Chesapeake Bay is the best! Thank you, Mom-mom, for treating us to your famously delicious Maryland crab cakes. I’ve tried to make these crab cakes myself but couldn’t get them to taste like Mom-mom’s. She gave … Continue reading →

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Meanwhile Back on the Farm…

Posted on December 12, 2009 by Elisabeth Moody

We had a fabulous visit with Pop-pop and Mom-mom this past week!  Pop-pop wasn’t feeling very well when we first arrived, but by the end of the visit he was more like his perky self—laughing and telling stories. He said … Continue reading →

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