Ornaments galore!.....

The local museum's Christmas display featured some lovely old fashioned ornaments that made my heart beat a little faster. They are so amazing! Intricate works of art featuring ribbon, sequins and jewels. I took some pictures through the glass so I could share them. Hope everyone had a great day!

Christmas decor (Pink Saturday)....

The above wreath is special to me. It started as a simple Christmas project a few years ago that turned out to be something I had up the rest of that year. When I made this I was going through some trials, but it doesn't remind me so much of the trials, but the beauty that came after; that the winters in life only last a season. Better days are ahead! Hope everyone has a wonderful Pink Saturday!!!!!!

"....To all who mourn in Israel, he will give beauty for ashes, joy instead of mourning, praise instead of despair." - Isaiah 61:3

Thanks to Beverly for hosting this event!!!!

A favorite holiday memory.....

As far back as I can remember the holidays I remember popping in the White Christmas VHS tape. For our family that movie was something we'd watch to help us usher in the Christmas spirit. I can remember dancing around the living room when I was little singing the 'Sisters' number. And the ending was just beautiful with everyone on stage singing White Christmas as it snowed in the back.


As I got older I appreciated the talent of all the movie's stars and the wonderful story it had to tell about paying tribute to those in the military.

We finally bought it on DVD last year and am excited to pass along this tradition to our kids.

Thank you to Beverly for hosting this Pink Saturday

Oh, Holy Night.....

I've enjoyed looking at everyone's Nativity scenes. So peaceful. The one below is from my mother in law. It's by Thomas Kinkade so I love having pink little flowers around the manger and such. But I am reminded that the real nativity scene was probably not so beautiful and probably smelled... well, like a barn.

No matter what your Christmas looks like this year, even if it appears like everything that can go wrong has, remember the first Christmas. If I was in Mary's shoes, I would have been stressed and oh so cranky. How quick I would forget God's blessings. A census....really?! Who wants to travel a long ways on a donkey when you are majorly prego?! Not me. No room at the inn?! You've got to be kidding me! A barn?! I guess I don't have a choice! (My cue to pout)
But wow, when it seemed everything that could go wrong, did........... in reality everything went right and oh, what a holy night it was.

So if you're Christmas is far from Merry remember that it doesn't mean it's not perfect in God's eyes.

A Pretty Little Christmas.....

Thanks for visiting!!! I re-posted some of the bedroom pictures for people who haven't seen them. Hope you all have a Merry Christmas! Thanks to Heather for putting this event on!!!!



Master bedroom....








Off to the.....
Living Room

Day view


Night view


Jolly Ol' Saint Nick


Wreath and swag


This picture belonged to my father in law's grandpa.

Hope you enjoyed a snippet of my holiday home. Can't wait to see the lovely creations from everyone!!!!

Exeter Mercantile.....

The Exeter Mercantile Co. has been in business more than 100 years. It's wooden floors still creak and they still carrying items they carried more than 50 years ago. In addition to a hardware store the second half is now a gift emporium that specializes in the best in kitchen supplies, fine china and linens. At Christmastime they have the best decorations. I went in and snapped a few shots at the Downtown Holiday Open House last night. Click on any image to get a closer look.

Decking the Halls in Style.....

Okay, so I should be in bed by now, but I could not wait to share with you some gorgeous pictures I saw online tonight. They are spectacular! I am in awe, once again of some people's talent. Hope you enjoy the pictures as much as I am.


From Grand Southern Events


I forgot where I found this one, but wow! I've seen peacock decor around....
in fact Joann's has a small tree made of peacock feathers and a wreath.
Very nice! I love the blue accents.

All of the pictures below are from Country Living magazine's website....










I wish this was my bedroom.



Happy Holidays!

A Sip for the Season....

What is it about hot chocolate? It seems to be the perfect way to ease the nip in the air and provide a nice retreat from the holiday hustle and bustle. So to all my fellow bloggers, I hope you can take a moment, enjoy a cup of hot chocolate and rest in the sights and sounds of the season. God Bless!

I'm Dreaming of a White Christmas.....

... with a little silver mixed in.
















How about you?