They look ordinary, yet, each and every one of them has a story. Old with new, handmade or handed down, each has a place on the Christmas tree, our tree. Each time we take them out of the box, lives are relived, people are remembered and perhaps a new memory will be made. One of the ways our traditions are born — at under the Christmas Tree.
A man is at his finest
towards the finish of the year;
He is almost what he should be
when the Christmas season is here;
Then he's thinking more of others
than he's thought the months before,
And the laughter of his children
is a joy worth toiling for.
He is less a selfish creature than
at any other time;
When the Christmas spirit rules him
he comes close to the sublime.
~Edgar Albert Guest
Oh, Christmas! I love thee! I take pleasure in the warmth of the season, letting it wrap me in a blanket of delight. There is that glow in these lingering moments. And suddenly Christmas is borne into your heart. May your burdens be light and your blessings abundant. Twinkle radiantly!!
I revel in the air of Christmas. I do. There is just that certain magic, with the memorable carols quietly playing in the background of my mind. The smells that you can only associate with Christmas… a mixture of certain spices, Christmas trees, and candy canes with that peppermint twist. Decorations are everywhere, lights are shining bright and people are generally nicer, if not downright pleasant. Focus on the good and the less good becomes a blur.
Peace on Earth, goodwill to men.
Nothing sparkles like love and laughter. Try it on; the transformation is magical. Christmas bling.Yes, please.
Just about every ornament on my tree has a story. Every time I look at this one, I feel the love, radiating out from my tree. Their kitchen was the heart of the universe, with something frequently cooking… just in case someone came hungry. I miss the twinkle in Grandpa’s eyes as he recounts stories of days gone by. He came from the generation of people helping people, there to lend a hand, refusing any payment, but left these words with you instead: “the only sort of payment that will do any good - is if you have an occasion to help someone, I hope you will be equally as kind."
Oh, the ornaments on my tree are as varied as the memories that they stir up — at The house of Wigle
Santa has a monopoly on the elves this year, so to prevent a meltdown, I take a break every now and then. After all, it is six pm somewhere, right? Read a book, listen to music, sip a cup of something…anything that isn't remotely related to your holiday to-do list! Ah, refreshed and ready to go, go, go!!!
From time to time, Santa's helpers sometimes need more than milk and cookies.
Your sweet moonbeam
The smell of you in every single dream I dream
I knew when we collided you're the one I have decided
Who's one of my kind
Hey, Soul Sister- Train
And just like that, these musings are done...and just so you know, although much sun and shine was used up today, I can guarantee that there is still a little left in my heart. Have a most fabulous day!
Thank you for visiting my post 💖 Because of you, I come back to post again and again, I am encouraged by you, for the time you take to visit, comment or even upvote. For all of these reasons, I am eternally grateful. Don't ever forget what a wonderful world we live in, people. Let's hold hands around the globe and make this earth really spin. Some days, it is not as easy to see, how wonderful it really is. Kindness counts. Wherever you go, whatever you do.
they set my aunts house on fire
i cried the way women on tv do
folding at the middle
like a five pound note.
i called the boy who use to love me
tried to ‘okay’ my voice
i said hello
he said warsan, what’s wrong, what’s happened?
i’ve been praying,
and these are what my prayers look like;
dear god
i come from two countries
one is thirsty
the other is on fire
both need water.
later that night
i held an atlas in my lap
ran my fingers across the whole world
and whispered,
"where does it hurt?"
it answered,
"everywhere"
"everywhere"
"everywhere"
warsan shire
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Oh those are some really nice ornaments. I bet some are hand made and quite old! Best time of the year for making memories!
Some are handmade and some are pretty old but for the most part they're memories that my family and I have made together. You know how I love by ornament! Thanks so much for stopping by and saying hello and leaving me always and forever such kind comments.
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Thank you so much! It is a beautiful time of year.
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Beautiful photos. Christmas is one of my favorite times
Mine too! Such a wonderful time of year! Thank you for stopping by and saying hello! Have a wonderful week ahead!
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I hope to make many cakes for this Christmas. It is always a pleasure to go through your post... I hope you have a wonderful week!💕
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I do agree with all your memories of Christmas past. The ornaments often tell a story from days gone by. Every year they come rolling back as we unpack them and share with the younger ones the meaning of each. It is a lovely way to keep a tradition alive. But, of course, I have my wine all the way throughout the decorating. Forget 6 p.m. lol
I do love keeping the memories alive, for sure.
Le sigh.
OMG... Wine all the way through! I have been missing out! Some girls have all the fun! LOL Hihi! Hope you have an amazing week ahead! Mwah!
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How can one resist the wine while decorating and listening to Christmas songs? Then you know the husband wants to start dancing. lol
:) Ah, sounds like we decorate in the same manner. LOL
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What a sweet post with such beautiful ornaments I was particularly touched by the one of your grandparents
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Thank you, JJ! One of my favorite ornaments - all of the ones of the grandparents in frames and a couple of ornaments from each of their trees.
I cherish those even more than the ornate ones I have collected.
Have you got your tree up yet?
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Most welcome and no our tree isnt up yet, we had planned to do it when we got back yesterday but havent had the energy to do it yet and maybe Lulu has forgotten lOL
Oh, let me call and remind her! Fat chance! I bet it will be ready for you tomorrow! :)
LOL I will probably go up tot he attic and get the decorations down tomorrow :)
You are such a boy scout! :)
LOL well lets see if I do I will either be a boy scout or a procrastinator LOL
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I love the positivity of this post! ^_^ An advance happy holidays to you and your family! :))
Thank you so much! That is so sweet of you! I wish you the same and have a great day!
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That was a joy to read so many beautiful warm words and all so true. Have a lovely day my friend ❤️
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You just bring it out in people it's a beautiful gift you have and my secret i will tell you are you ready.....i have all these little Elf's helping me when i am asleep...hehe 🤭
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Haha...i would have thought with all the Christmas decoration and stuff you have in them boxes you might have had a couple of helping Elf's in amongst all that...lol 🤣
Oh, they are in lots of boxes! This elf has made good time on putting out over 1,000 ornaments this year. Okay, that is cheating. I have several trees. :)
Omg..a 1,000 ornaments no wonder he goes back in his box and sleeps to next Christmas you over work him and has no energy to help you out with anything else...lol 🤣
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