Where has the last week and a half gone? You'd think in that time I would have finished my Christmas shopping. Yep...you'd think so. Anyhoo...moving on. I wanted to finish a quick post and then work out. I'm trying to be resolute about working out. I often just want to curl up in my corner of the couch and read magazines or watch fun shows that we have on DVD...you know, mysteries. But, I can't let go of the working out thing. It makes one's brain function better, makes you live longer. I must do it. So, after this post, I'll head down to the basement and begin the work out. And I'll be so happy afterward - I always am.
I wanted to show you the wonderful "NOEL" sign that I got from Sophie. Thank you Sophie!!
The little Santa next to the "NOEL" sign is a vintage candle. He's now a cream color, but I think he use to be red. I guess he faded over time - now he's the perfect color.
Here are the little Bailey's cups I recently got. You saw the boy cup already a couple of posts ago, but I wanted to show you the girl cup as well. Do you see her little bow and pearl necklace? I think they are so cute.
A reading nook.
One of our outside windows - there is a mirror image on the other side of the house.
The mirror in our foyer reflecting our living room fireplace.
Hope all is well with you and that you are further along in your shopping than I am. Happy Holidays!!
Hey Allison- I hope that you and your family have a wonderful holiday. I bet your daughter is looking forward to Santa!
Bristol
Posted by: Bristol | December 19, 2007 at 09:26 PM
Missed you not posting for a bit.
Your home looks lovely. It's funny, my brother had a Santa candle just like yours . . . way. . . back. . . when.
Get that shopping done and wrapped and you'll feel. . . oh. . . so. . . much. . . better!!
Merry "Christ"mas and Blessings,
Sher
Posted by: Sher's Creative Expressions | December 19, 2007 at 10:11 PM
I absolutely adore your reading nook!
Posted by: Lizzie | December 19, 2007 at 11:11 PM
I wish everyone a Merry Christmas
Posted by: Daisy Bouquet | December 19, 2007 at 11:30 PM
Hi Allison,
I loved your post today. Your home looks really pretty. Hope you had a good workout.
Have a very Merry Christmas!
Rosemary
Posted by: Rosemary | December 20, 2007 at 12:57 AM
Well just bought two new books,I'll be over to cozy, read and watch you fill those Bailey's cups for us!! LOL Happiest Holidays, Lori
Posted by: Lori | December 20, 2007 at 08:17 AM
Merry Christmas Allison to you and your family. Your home looks beautiful. I have a smilar type of display on our windows. I thought I was done shopping but something just popped up at the last minute so back out I go! Now just need to wrap everything...
Karla
Posted by: Karla | December 20, 2007 at 11:07 AM
Your home looks so, well, "cozy!" Everything looks like it is in peaceful anticipation for the main Christmas festivities. Have a very Merry Christmas!
Posted by: Katie | December 20, 2007 at 12:58 PM
It's all gorgeous, I love it.
Posted by: Cindy | December 20, 2007 at 02:06 PM
Wow! Your Christmas decor is beautiful...I especially like the window box and wreath...very unusual!
Great blog....I found you through Tina at Cherry Hill Cottage...one of my favorites!
LaurieAnna
Posted by: LaurieAnna's Vintage Home | December 20, 2007 at 02:08 PM
Feeling smug as I just finished the present shopping only the food to go. Merry Christmas.
Posted by: Carolyn | December 20, 2007 at 03:56 PM
Allie, everything looks so wonderful, especially your tree. I'm glad to hear that I'm not the only one with some last minute shopping to do! I hope that you & your family have a very Merry Christmas!
Posted by: Kim | December 20, 2007 at 09:21 PM
Allison, everything looks so pretty...warm and homey! I love your NOEL sign, and that corner cabinet is fabulous (I have a thing for those!). Don't feel bad...I haven't finished my shopping, either.
Merry Christmas,
Andrea
Posted by: Southern Heart | December 20, 2007 at 11:29 PM
Doesn't December fly by and the 25th December just gets closer... I have assured myself night after night that I will continue wrapping my presents (you can see my start over of my blog) but I STILL haven't got round to it yet and I need to finish a scrapbook I'm creating as my nans gift!!
Looks like I know what I'll be doing this evening!
Best Wishes
Victoria
Posted by: Victoria | December 21, 2007 at 07:23 AM
your home looks so beautiful. very christmasy!! i would be sitting in that reading nook all the time!!
Posted by: traci | December 21, 2007 at 07:45 AM
Allison,
I always love your decorating...thanks for sharing...I come often to see what's new.
Rose
Posted by: Rose | December 21, 2007 at 10:05 AM
Allison,
Your home looks beautiful and cozy, as always :)
Posted by: Martha | December 22, 2007 at 06:35 AM
Hi Allison,
I enjoyed looking at the photos around your home, the tree is beautiful! I have just bought the last gift today! Time has flown by.....and christmas is here
I hope you and your family have a lovley christmas
Best Wishes for the New Year
Priscilla x
Posted by: Priscilla | December 22, 2007 at 09:46 AM
Wishing you the happiest Christmas! May you feel the Lord's peace and joy!
Hugs, Sharon
Posted by: Sharon | December 23, 2007 at 11:32 AM
Such a sweet home. Thanks for sharing.
Posted by: Sheri | December 23, 2007 at 12:50 PM
Merry Christmas Allie!!!
xo,
Kim
Posted by: Daisy Cottage | December 24, 2007 at 02:39 PM
Your home looks just beautiful, especially your tree! We finished our shopping yesterday, although there's still one major handmade thing that isn't started (AGAIN!) Sigh! Merry Christmas and best wishes for a bountiful New Year!
~Angela :-)
Posted by: Angela (Cottage Magpie) | December 24, 2007 at 07:30 PM
Merry Christmas!
Posted by: Liz | December 25, 2007 at 12:36 PM
Your home looks so beautiful....and I love your tree!
Posted by: joyce | December 26, 2007 at 01:57 AM
Everything looks lovely! Hope you had a marvelous Christmas!
Cielo
Posted by: cielo | December 26, 2007 at 12:35 PM