Tis The Season!!

Hi Everybody!!

I know I said a couple of weeks ago that I would post pictures of my Christmas decorations around the house in a couple of days, but I honestly don't have as many decorations as I thought I did, plus I've been working a lot lately, so I kind of got off to a little bit of a late start. Oops!

So this is going to be a little bit about basically just my Christmas trees. Yes, I said trees. We have 2 in the house. I feel like that's normal now. We only put gifts underneath the one, though. They are themed by colour, as well. The upstairs tree is teal and silver, and the downstairs tree is red and gold. They are both very beautiful and I love them very much. Since last year was our first Christmas in this house, I originally wanted a tree in the kids' bedrooms; one for each child to decorate to their liking, but Wayne said no. It's quite rare that he tells me no, so I begrudgingly accepted that answer.

I am also in the midst of getting things prepared for Christmas Eve, which is when we are hosting 50 of my closest family members! It's no easy feat, and there are a lot of preparations to be made, and a lot of things to do around the house. I don't think I'm ready.....

Without further adieu, here are my lovely trees :)

Show me some of yours! 

Thanks!

Be Wonderful :)

What Do YOU Want???

Hi Everybody!!

I was wondering what any/all of you asked for this year?
Do you even celebrate Christmas?
What kind of traditions and customs do you partake in around this time of year?

I really want to know, so let me know (if you don't mind sharing). I'm no expert on religions, and I know it's a touchy subject, but I am interested in learning what all of you practice...

Thanks!

Be Wonderful :)

Breakfast Date!!

Hi Everybody!!

I went out for breakfast yesterday morning with a friend of mine. A giant breakfast. A breakfast fit for kings. And it was awesome!

I had an omelet. It was called 'Paul's Omelet' because the place we went to was called Paul's Kitchen. It had so many things in it; cheese, onion, peppers, bacon, ham, and sausage all wrapped up in a three egg envelope :). It came with hashbrowns and toast. I also got a half order of French Toast. I wasn't kidding when I said it was a breakfast for kings. 

My friend, Sarah, got eggs, hashbrowns, peameal bacon, chocolate chip pancakes, toast, and a side of regular bacon. We also both got coffee and water. 

Neither of us could finish our meals, but we did our best for the giant servings we ordered for ourselves. We went shopping afterwards. She wanted a winter jacket. We couldn't find one, but I bought a couple Christmas gifts. Dare I say I'm almost done...... But I need to take an inventory of what is for whom before I determine what I have left to buy.

That's all for now! Thanks!

Be Wonderful :)

The First Christmas Party of the Season!!

Hi Everybody!

The Christmas season is upon us! I am officially in full swing of things!!

I have almost all of my shopping done, the house is decorated, and I have even been to my first Christmas party of the season! 

It was at a lovely friend's house, and she always outdoes herself with hosting and decorating, and really just being an all around amazing person :)

Following are just a few photos of how she set up her living room/dining room for the occasion. I believe everything you see is a mainstay for the season as well (aside from the punch).

She's always so far ahead of the game. And she decorated her whole house while being 7 1/2 months pregnant! She's a real lover of Christmas.

It was a nice time. There were 6 ladies there including myself. We had a 'Favourite Things' themed gift and dessert exchange. Each lady was to bring 5 identical $5 gifts of our own liking to give to everyone else, so we could all leave with 5 different gifts that represents each of the ladies' favourites. As well, we were to bring our favourite sweet treat to eat and share. I was on a sugar high for the rest of the night, that's for sure. 

What are some of your favourite things??

Be Wonderful :)