Good morning, Everyone. Hope you all had a lovely holiday weekend. I worked Black Friday and Saturday. The store was abuzz with holiday shoppers looking for deals and looking to treat themselves to a little something sparkly for holiday parties.
I'm looking forward this holiday season with the expectant joy of a five year old. In December I will be featuring a magnificent sea-side resort, all decked out in it's holiday magic, as part of my travel series. I can't wait! I had yesterday off and began putting up Christmas décor, holiday music playing in the background and a big pot of Homemade Chicken Soup on the stove for my son, who is unfortunately sick. Dang college germs.
The holiday season last year was strange. I was newly separated and my life felt surreal, it was as if I was living someone else's life. This year, my life fits. It feels comfortable and just feels right. I have found an I have an abundance of happiness and that, my friends, is all she wrote. What are you most looking forward to during this holiday season?
Love how welcoming the front door is in your first photograph! - Tonya
ReplyDeleteGood morning beautiful! What a difference a year makes, doesn't it? And FRIENDS, FAMILY and FAITH are the elements that make all things come together. I am so happy and PROUD of you Debby for working through all that you have been through. I love this quote for which the author is unknown:
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You found your path to peace. Many details have been woven in YOUR LIFE and no one else can tell you or show you, only inspire you to find your voice. You are a blessing to me and I thank you for the daily inspiration you give me.
NOW LET'S DISCUSS THE SEASON...oh dear, I just look forward to digging into my next two exciting commissions. I will be making a paper wedding dress for a local bridal stationary shop and I just got another commission last night for a paper torso for a jewelry shop display! But in the meantime, I look forward to cleaning this HOUSE and putting up my gray/silver/white decorations. Ahhhh.....bliss.
BIG HUGS FOR THE DAY! Anita
Glad your life is now fitting and you're enjoying it Debby. Me, I'm just looking forward to stopping when it comes to work I could use a few days off since I've worked everyday for the past several months but I love it!
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Debra~
These pictures are gorgeous, Debby!! I got my house all decorated and I love it...the season is just too short! I am most looking forward this year to my son's wedding just after Christmas and to my youngest son returning from his time in Saipan...it will be so great to have everyone home!
ReplyDeleteGood Morning my friend!! Great photos .. especially liked the one with the stockings hung by the chimney!... I too am excited for Christmas celebrations this year. It's been a long road ... but I will be baking for the first this Christmas - since the accident in 2006 - though I will have help in the kitchen ... I'm excited about baking old favourites and discovering new goodies!! Wishing you a fabulous day! xo C. (HHL)
ReplyDeleteI'm so pleased you feel this way Debby. I've enjoyed sharing your journey over the last year & know you are a stronger & happier person as a result of it.
ReplyDeleteI'm looking forward to spending Christmas with family. I'm cooking the Christmas dinner so can't wait to tackle that!!
Happy Monday Hun xoxo
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Anita is right! What a difference a year makes! I'm so glad you are so happy..it shows in your writings! I cannot wait to read about the seaside inn! What fun and something to look forward to! I hate that your son is sick as well! It's not fun to have a sick one during the holidays! Glad both of ours were at least home for us to take care of them! Take care and have a wonderful Monday, Debby!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous, gorgeous, gorgeous, Debby! And the tassels, beatiful. I am going to try and copy the wreath in the first image.
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Teresa
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I am so happy the holiday season is here, it's one of my favorite times of the year! I always look forward to the special times spent with family & friends. Wishing you a very happy holiday season~
ReplyDeleteunfortunately i'm at where u were last year - it does NOT feel like the holidays AT ALL for me :o( .. Hurricane Sandy really done me in and with my parents both getting major surgeries again this Dec - i dunno how much a gal can take - this sh*t is unreal - it never ends for me - Universe hear me out - gimmie a holla' back! *gesh* ....
ReplyDeleteps - ur chicken soup looked YUMMMMMMERS!
Christmas is definitely one of my favorite holidays... Saturday morning to top it off while I was decorating my tree we had our first snowfall! priceless
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Luv Sonia
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So glad your holiday was comforting and sweet. I was thinking about you, hoping you were okay.
ReplyDeleteHope your son feels better. What am I saying? Of course he will, with you taking care of him.
Debby,
ReplyDeleteThis is the best time of year. I'm so happy for you and your attitude of gratitude and happiness, your positive energy shines through each of your posts and it's contagious. :-)
Karen at Garden, Home and Party
I am so glad that the holiday season is going to be one of unbridled joy for you this year. Following your blog through out this year you have grown stronger and more positive with each post. You are designing your own inspired life Debby, and we are lucky to watch.
ReplyDeleteI hope your son gets better soon, with those gorgeous cookies you had on Instagram the other day, I don't think the germs stand a chance :)
Happy beginning of the holiday season! I am looking forward to one of my best friends getting married this weekend, and the other getting married in three weeks, and however much holiday celebration I manage to squeeze in between!
So glad all is well with you Debby :) and I too am making Chicken Noodle Soup.. and for the same reason (college kids have transported germs). Beautiful and festive images!!
ReplyDeleteYou sound amazing and so settled and content. I'm really so happy for you. It all sounds to cozy. Happy Holidays to you and your family!
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Sharon
You sound happy Debby, and that's wonderful :)
ReplyDeleteThis year I'm looking forward to my first Christmas in Le Petit Village!
Whatva lovely blog you have! That first photo is just gorgeous! Caroline
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ReplyDeletePray tell the source for the beautiful block of the Marrons chocolate bar! Can't wait to get decorating! xo
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