Giving Thanks, Day 5

Today, as I sit and order my holiday cards, I am thankful for my annual family photo, and the fact that my husband doesn't complain (too much, anymore) that I make him dress in Christmas colors in the middle of fall.

Every year I take a family photo for my holiday cards. We gather our litter together, set up a tripod, and hope for the best! I usually take this at the end of October or early November so that I can use the best of the best deals as they come through for free or discounted cards. I have even been known to pull down a few decor items to spruce up the pictures!

This year we took our picture on October 30th, on our way out the door to the airport. I finally just sat down to download it to my computer, and good thing I did.... a FREE coupon for 20 photo cards, expiring tomorrow!

What is better then free, especially for something that I know that I am going to be buying anyway. A little planning ahead can save a few bucks in the long run!

Here is last year's picture, because I don't want to spoil the surprise of this year's photo!

What does your loved one do for you, even though they think you are crazy?!

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