December Via Instagram

Happy New Year!  I was so busy last month that I didn't get a chance to create my November Via Instagram post, but I could not let the year come to an end without allow December to have it's chance to shine.

Yes I'm willing to cut myself out of the picture to get a better view of everyone else. The day after #Thanksgiving lunch. Yes, we had a lot of food left over, but we wanted something different. Not everyone was there. #family #goodtimeswithgoodpeople #BloggersGetSocial

A photo posted by sunshineandelephants (@sunshine.and.elephants) on Nov 29, 2015 at 10:39am PST

I don't know if you've been experiencing the same difficulties that I have, but Instagram isn't saving all of my photos as they should.  Some of the best photos I've taken are not save in the perfect little square outline that they create and trying to re size them to fit the way I would like in this post is getting way time consuming.  So I've decided to embed the photos instead.

As we bid 2015 farewell, spend some time with me as I share how I spent the last month of the year.

Today I'm joining Takisha of @everydaynesbitt with her #31daysofjoy challenge. Everyday for the month of December, we are to post a photo of something or someone that brings us joy. This is my lovely grandmother who is the joy of my life and to many others. Love you granny! #everydaynesbitt #photoaday #photochallenge #celebratingthelittlethings #choosejoy #CapturingLifeLaughterLove #BloggersGetSocial

A photo posted by sunshineandelephants (@sunshine.and.elephants) on Dec 1, 2015 at 3:10pm PST

I'm a day late, but it's never too late for good wine. Check out what we partook in this Thanksgiving. Wino Wednesday is #ontheblog so sit back and enjoy. Gotta go, The Wiz Live is on! #winowednesday #wine #winedownwednesday #redwine #BloggersGetSocial

A photo posted by sunshineandelephants (@sunshine.and.elephants) on Dec 3, 2015 at 5:17pm PST

Good music brings me #joy. These songs have helped me get into the Christmas spirit. Sharing my #playlist with you #ontheblog. What are your favorite Christmas songs? #christmassongs #31daysofjoy #everydaynesbitt #photoaday #photochallenge #choosejoy #BloggersGetSocial

A photo posted by sunshineandelephants (@sunshine.and.elephants) on Dec 4, 2015 at 11:45am PST

Red wine, candlelight, and pumpkin bread with pumpkin flavored spreadable cheese. Makes for a great #appetizer as I wait for dinner to be done. Simple #joys #redwine #candlelight #niceevening #relaxing #BloggersGetSocial #31daysofjoy #everydaynesbitt

A photo posted by sunshineandelephants (@sunshine.and.elephants) on Dec 6, 2015 at 4:42pm PST

Receiving your first Christmas card in the mail with #joyful faces like these! #Christmascards #Happymail #31daysofjoy #everydaynesbitt #joy #CapturingLifeLaughterLove #bloggersgetsocial

A photo posted by sunshineandelephants (@sunshine.and.elephants) on Dec 8, 2015 at 4:27am PST

Did you remember your child's school counselor when you were out shopping for gifts? In case you forgot, check out these great gift ideas of items they would love to receive! 💕💕 #ontheblog #schoolcounselor #giftideas #christmasshopping #dontforget #bloggersgetsocial

A photo posted by sunshineandelephants (@sunshine.and.elephants) on Dec 12, 2015 at 8:31am PST

People often ask me why I love @nbcthevoice it's to be able to hear the beautiful, angelic voices of people like @jordansmithlive Jordan you deserve to win #TheVoice, and tonight's performance brought tears to my eyes! Thank you for #blessing us with your presence! Love you! #voicefinale #nbcthevoice #JordanSmith #joy #singing #tearsofjoy #bloggersgetsocial #31daysofjoy #everydaynesbitt

A video posted by sunshineandelephants (@sunshine.and.elephants) on Dec 14, 2015 at 7:41pm PST

The picture above is actually a video, so please click on it to hear his angelic voice!

It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas...at my house. Yes, I have procrastinated long enough. Finally got this little baby up on Sunday. This was the display tree from a local store my son worked at one year. Our live tree is under the garage until tomorrow. I know, I know...I'll do better next year. Sharing #joy #31daysofjoy #everydaynesbitt #decorations

A photo posted by sunshineandelephants (@sunshine.and.elephants) on Dec 15, 2015 at 7:10pm PST

A beautiful present from one of my students! He and his grandmother hand made it for me! Isn't it beautiful? The #joy of being a #schoolcounselor! #31daysofjoy #everydaynesbitt #holidaygifts #ilovemystudents #bloggersgetsocial #happyholidays

A photo posted by sunshineandelephants (@sunshine.and.elephants) on Dec 18, 2015 at 7:24am PST

I can't remember what was said, but this picture was captured and I thought it was cute. #OharasAnnualChristmasparty #laughter #joy #funtimes #31daysofjoy #everydaynesbitt #bloggersgetsocial

A photo posted by sunshineandelephants (@sunshine.and.elephants) on Dec 20, 2015 at 7:01am PST

#Gifts wrapped and under the #Christmastree and knowing that great fun is right around the corner! #31daysofjoy #everydaynesbitt #itsbeginningtolookalotlikechristmas #bloggersgetsocial

A photo posted by sunshineandelephants (@sunshine.and.elephants) on Dec 22, 2015 at 7:29pm PST

So, is Mr. Penguin🐧 stealing or trying to ski on the presents? My son pointed this out the other night when we couldn't find certain things. I said some little elf must be running around moving things and he said the penguin was the elf...look he's trying to take our presents. Too funny... #holidayfun #notyourtypicalelf #bloggersgetsocial #31daysofjoy #everydaynesbitt

A photo posted by sunshineandelephants (@sunshine.and.elephants) on Dec 23, 2015 at 6:48am PST

It's Christmas Eve! Oh, what #joy!! #31daysofjoy #everydaynesbitt #christmaseve #familygathering #colorful #bloggersgetsocial #happiness

A photo posted by sunshineandelephants (@sunshine.and.elephants) on Dec 24, 2015 at 7:06pm PST

#Family...enough said! #joy #31daysofjoy #christmaseve #bloggersgetsocial #lovemyfamily

A photo posted by sunshineandelephants (@sunshine.and.elephants) on Dec 24, 2015 at 8:51pm PST

Merry Christmas from my #family to yours! Be blessed! Remember Jesus is the reason for the season! #MerryChristmas #Christmas2015 #joy #31daysofjoy #everydaynesbitt #blessed #bloggersgetsocial #twins #fraternaltwins #lovemyfamily

A photo posted by sunshineandelephants (@sunshine.and.elephants) on Dec 24, 2015 at 9:33pm PST

Joy Cellars #wine speaks for itself! #joycellars #malvasia #31daysofjoy #everydaynesbitt #celebrate #cheers #dayafter #Christmas

A photo posted by sunshineandelephants (@sunshine.and.elephants) on Dec 26, 2015 at 6:54pm PST

The #joy of my life! My boys!They were headed to the Beaux Affair #Kwanzaa program. #31daysofjoy #everydaynesbitt #fraternaltwins #twins #beauxaffair #beauxaffairalumni #bloggersgetsocial

A photo posted by sunshineandelephants (@sunshine.and.elephants) on Dec 29, 2015 at 5:42pm PST

It's New Years Eve!! Starting the celebration early! Have a safe and Happy New year! #happynewyear #cheers #nye2016

A photo posted by sunshineandelephants (@sunshine.and.elephants) on Dec 31, 2015 at 6:29pm PST

Thank you for allowing me to share these moments with you.  It's 2016...A new year with new adventures!  Be present each day with gratitude!  Happy New Year!!

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