It's December my friends, crazy right? I'm still trying to figure out how the year ...

... can pass so quickly but I'm also so excited that the most wonderful month of the year is here.
The downtown area where I live just came alive with sparkling Christmas lights everywhere you look. Oh, and I think my neighbors are all trying to outdo each other on decorating their homes. It's very entertaining to say the least.

I know I've shared a lot of sweet stuff lately but it is the holidays. I'll be baking these this week because their a family favorite and a traditional treat I make every year.

Checkered and Swirled Christmas Cookies!