What a busy busy busy week I had!!
One morning we had a wee snowfall, and the bright sunshine made everything glow!
I made a trip the "The Flower Store" that day, and picked up a few things...I then had a big mug of Apple Cinnamon Tea and berries and yogurt...I had also done a large grocery shop...
So the Tea was very soothing!!
I needed to make a small table arrangement for my dinner guests on Saturday night...
It was so nice and sunny... that ...Lunch was enjoyed taking in the beautiful sunshine...
I always like to get my table set at least the day before...
I opted for a black tablecloth...and it really made the few ornaments POP...As you can see...
Love the rainbow on the napkin!!
I used a vintage green bowl for my White Carnations...
My daughter taught me the ways of using an oasis...and I love this method...
I simply added a few stray pieces to make it more Festive!!
Simple....yet elegant!! I will make another for our family Christmas table...but this fit the bill quite nicely...I am having my brother and his wife over next Friday for dinner, so I am hoping that this wee arrangement is still fresh and perky!!
Friday's afternoon Sun made everything sparkle....✨✨✨
After that was done...I took a breather!!!
We were out Friday night to friends for dinner, so I wanted to get as much done on Friday as I could!!
The tree is coming along nicely...
I am enjoying not having to water it!!
I even had time to start on a few Christmas cards...
Snacks for my guests were ready...
While my boyfriend puts on a few Christmas tunes...
Had a great meal...
Lots of laughs...
And...
The dessert...
Was...
Out...
Of...
This...
World...
Managed a rather blurry pic...but...I think you get the idea...😳
Today we are getting our first real snowfall...
Kinda pretty out there, but...I don't have to go anywhere!!!
My crochet is calling me, and once I get all showered, I have a date with the couch!!!
This cute White Throated Sparrow visited me this am...took his pic thru the window...
See his yellow stripe??
Think I will top up the feeders...
My view from the kitchen....
I just love my
Miscanthus grasses... all year round!!
When my Son got married in October, I brought home one of his table arrangements from the wedding...I rooted 2 succulents that were in it...they did really well, getting nice long roots...I have recently planted them in a vintage container...with stones from the cottage beach...and I added a small (phony) Steer Skull, that had belonged to my Mom...I have saved it for many years. I think it is just perfect, and I know my Son will love the presentation. I am gifting it to him ♥️
So...that is up to date with me!!
Hope you are all well...and enjoying the season...
The snow is getting a bit heavier right now...looks like an all day affair...
I will hopefully get a few nice snowy pics...the only good thing about SNOW is the pictures! hahaha!!
Have a great day and enjoy your week ahead...
Be back soon.....
Cheers! :o)
linda ♥️
Presents are wrapped and under the tree...
Had another go at the Christmas Cookies....
This time it was "Thumbs Up"!....
Miss V got reacquainted with her Christmas Snowman Baker friend...
With her Santa hat that I made her!!♥️
2 Pom Poms are waaaay better than just one!!
While she was napping yesterday...I got a craft session ready for her...
She made Popsicle Stick Reindeer Ornaments for her Aunts,Uncles and Mom...
Christmas carpets in place...
2 batches of Shortbread done...
One tin for Miss V and her Mom...{gosh she loved the shortbread!!}
And a tin for my Son...
And of course....one for boyfriend and I!!!
Much less decorating this year...
Just a few favorites...
Table all set...and looking very Festive indeed!!
Miss V is very interested in the Christmas Crackers...can't wait to "POP" it...get her paper hat out...and claim her prize!!
Got the stockings stuffed...glad I have that done...i can remember when the kids were little...and I would host Christmas Eve for 20 people...running around at 1am, trying to put the stocking stuffers in...mush more civilized now!!
Here is Miss V on her first Christmas!!
A mere 5 months old♥️
She is VERY excited to open her presents this year...
Should be a really fun day tomorrow!!
We are off to my Sons this Christmas Eve...
I have everything done...that I can do today!!
Will make the stuffing in the am...cook the bird...ready the veggies...
and wait for all the kids to arrive in the afternoon....
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It is a time to think of friends and family no longer with us...
Of friends and family who are suffering with health issues...
And to hold our loved ones close to our breast...and never let go...ever...
Have a wonderful Christmas everyone...
Cheers! :o)
linda
I came up with...
What I thought...
Was a great way to "wrap" the gifts this year...
Everyone always needs more storage containers...
And I thought..that...these..
Were perfect!
They are quite attractive on their own...
And can be used for many things afterwards...
Miss V's is the one that says "MINE"....
"cause she says that a lot! hahaha!
Cat toys for all...
And even some wheat free doggie treats for Lola...
And how easy is that to get your gifts home after the big day??
I sure hope my kids like them...I do!!
Some more decorating around the house...
Really starting to feel like Christmas...I am getting excited...A wee bit of sun today...YIPPEE!
Here was my lunch today...
tuna salad on lettuce...
few cherry tomatoes...
1/2 an apple...
Need to lose a few lbs before Florida...
Every wee bit counts, right??
My White Kalanchoe is looking...
Well...
SPECTACULAR!!
I really LOVE these plants!
Guess who sent me a Christmas card???
Isn't he a cheeky devil...♥️
Hope you are all having a great productive day...
Got my table set for Christmas...just a few finishing touches...
I guess the Shortbread is on the agenda for next week...
Miss V has been napping since 1pm...and it is now 3:23!!!
She must have been pooped!
Gonna go for a walk when she wakes up...not windy today, so not as cold...
Tonight will be rack of lamb baked with a dijon mustard and cracked pepper crust...
Wild rice...asparagus...Greek Salad...
Can hardly wait!!
Enjoy the rest of your day....and your weekend....any plans?? parties??dinners??
We are fortunate enough to at dining at a friends home tomorrow evening...
Looking forwad to catching up with them...
Cheers! :o)
linda
