My daughter surprised me with a some lovely ornaments, a bottle of Jo Malone perfume (heaven), and a Peppermint Mocha candle. She was a busy little elf in the days building up to Christmas. She baked cookies for Santa, (I told her he likes Peanut Butter), built a gingerbread house with her boyfriend, and wrapped presents for her friends. The girl radiates Christmas spirit.
The thing is - I don't need presents. The best gift my kids could ever give me is for me to see them happy. That was the BEST gift I got this year - watching their silly rapport, while wearing their sweaters they picked out for one another.
Now that Christmas is over, I'm looking forward to ringing in 2013 with a hoot and a holler - I just know it's going to be an amazing year!
What did you enjoy most about the holiday? Are you as excited as me about 2013 and all the new adventures it holds?
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ReplyDeleteGlad to hear you had such a nice Christmas Debby. Ours was fabulous made even more special by simply being together. Bring on the New Year! Love your new header it's gorgeous.
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Debra~
You are so blessed to have incredible children and their love and support...the best way to begin a new year! I also have a great feeling about 2013 and I really want to push the envelope in some areas for me! I LOVE YOUR NEW HEADER...best yet! Stay warm and have a great day, Debby!!
ReplyDeleteI love how you appreciate what's important in life. Not too many people do. It's a wonderful quality. All the best for the new year for you and your family!
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Glad your kids spoiled you - as they should! Glad you enjoyed your Christmas!
ReplyDeleteGood morning beautiful one! We too had a fantastic Christmas, here, all alone. It was quiet, the way I like it and the sun shone brightly into our home.
ReplyDelete2013 is a time to look ahead, bringing in all that 2012 has taught me. What is stunning to me is how much EACH ONE OF YOU has contributed to my life. THANK YOU DEBBY, for just being there (and your expertise on blog design!!!!)
BLessings to you my dear! Anita
I'm with you -- I don't need the gifts they buy me...as much as they are valued and appreciated...I just love having them near, enjoying time with them, watching them enjoy time with each other.
ReplyDeleteMerry Christmas! I want to have kids just like yours. Precious.
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ReplyDeleteSounds like a wonderful Christmas, Debby. Our Christmas was wonderful with our newly married son and his darling Sarah. Saturday night we will celebrate again with our Austin son, his sweet wife and our fun granddaughter.
Xo,
Karen at Garden, Home And Party
Lovely and I love the pictures!!! ox
ReplyDeleteHi Debby! How was your Christmas? It looks like it was great. You are so right about the best present being happy kids. When my kids aren't happy I feel like my world is a failure. But it's impossible for them to always be..right? Here's to a happy happy new year!
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Sharon
Your children sound like the best presents ever Debby! I'm so happy you had a wonderful holiday :) xx
ReplyDeleteI had to look up "hoot and holler" (thanks for teaching me a new expression) but now that I know, I'm all for it too ! Seasonal greetings from France !
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