Transforming a church to Advent Season

It takes a gathering of people, a little fun, a little planning, and some cooperation, but the church looked like a welcoming, 'snowflaked' sanctuary.

The Camp Stanhope kitties...

The weather is turning cooler in our neighborhood, and the kitties at this house don't like it. They believe the old adage "if you want change in the Iowa weather, wait ten minutes!". (So they will go out for 5 minutes, come back in, and whine to go back out in a few more minutes--believing the weather has changed!)

Gracie decided to explore the new shingles on the roof.

She whined a few minutes, but then came down on her own.

Bogie decided to wait by the newly-filled bird feeders to see if any birds would 'drop by'.

Lucy helped me pack the first box of goodies we sent to Marty (new son-in-law), who is now in Afghanistan with his National Guard outfit. (Yes, there's a clutter around her, but I'm working on it!)

The "Des Moines" kitties...

This is Suzy, sibling of the orphans (George, Gracie & Lucy) at my house, at my mom's last Sunday--no, SHE"S not spoiled!!

I love those big, round eyes. (Suzy)

This is Shirl's new kitten, Bella. Bella and Suzy LOVE to play and roll around and chase, so Shirl takes her to mom's for Suzy's entertainment (and my dad's!).

Bella found Izaac's booster chair was a perfect fit for a short nap between play sessions with Suzy.