Alyssa Dawson

Glory to God in the highest

via Luke 2:1-20 1 And it came to pass in those days, that there went out a decree from Cæsar Augustus, that all the world should be taxed. 2 (And this taxing was first made when Cyrenius was governor of Syria.) 3 And all went to be taxed, every one into his own city. 4 And Joseph also went up from Galilee, out of the city of Nazareth, into Judæa, unto the city of David, which is called Bethlehem; (because he was of the house and lineage of David:) 5 To be taxed with Mary his espoused wife, being… Read More

Merry Christmas Eve

Merry Christmas, from our family to yours! Love, Brandon and Alyssa

tutorial: a Christmas manger

Happy Sunday friends! I know it’s spiritual Sunday, but this tutorial is pretty perfect for this time of year! I got the idea from my mom, who got the idea from Pinterest! (What did we do without Pinterest?) You will need: Popsicle sticks paint paint brush brown paper shreds hot glue gun star You will need four Popsicle sticks in order to build the outside of the frames Cut one of the sticks in half, then glue them together so they look like this: This is the backside. (I didn’t count how many Popsicle sticks… Read More

what I’m liking: Saturday

via Christmas is on Tuesday and I’m sure many of you are last minute shopping, just like me. But now it’s time to take a break and click on some links! This time I’m linking fun nail polish ideas. I always love looking at everyone’s nail polish ideas, and I feel like this time of year I always have nail polish on! Most of these links are ‘how to’s’ I never would have thought of this idea, but if you like shiny nails -which ads a Christmasy touch- check these out. Awesome ombre nails, it… Read More

my week in pictures

This week went by fast, and I’m not even ready for Christmas! I guess I better get to it! I’m sure you’ve all heard about instagram’s new terms and conditions that are starting up in January, I’m not real sure if that will change the way I gram or not, I guess we will find out. Is it changing the way you gram? What are your reasons for or against? I guess I’m looking to hear everyone’s input! @lyssadawson Dear scarf that I got last year, you are so cute! I love that it is cold… Read More