Christmas has always been a time of tradition and nostalgia for our family. I relish the memories that come flowing back when I bring out cherished decorations that have been a part of our Christmases since our grown children were young. That being said, I do get bored with the same old decor every season.… Continue reading A Tale Of Two Christmases
Who knows what Thanksgiving is going to look like in this year of Coronavirus? My family is probably going to have a very small gathering. We may just make a turkey breast instead of the 20lb. bird we usually serve. And we may be eating our dinner outside on the deck snugged up to our… Continue reading Go For Baroque With A Still Life Inspired Thanksgiving Tablescape
When I thought about my fall decor this year, I decided to channel Auntie Mame. Because, if there was ever a fall that “we need a little Christmas right this very minute!” it’s the fall of 2020. Let’s face it, it has been a really tough spring and summer and unfortunately, fall feels like it’s… Continue reading Neutral Fall Decor With “A Little Christmas”
If you follow me you will have noted that I haven’t published anything in almost a year. I have taken time off blogging to focus on family matters. However, I am thinking about returning to the blogosphere on a limited basis. Maybe I’ll start by posting once a month. To that end, I thought I’d… Continue reading “The Nightmare Before Christmas” Halloween Decorations
On Christmas Day I always prepare a formal dinner with china, silver, and crystal in the dining room. However, on Christmas Eve and Christmas morning, our immediate family celebrates around the kitchen table. This is always a fun table to decorate because, since it’s a more Casual Christmas Table, I can afford to play around… Continue reading A Fun & Festive Casual Christmas Table
If you have been reading my blog for a few years, you know that I am a crazy Christmas decorator. There is not a room in my house that doesn’t get the “tinsel treatment.” I even decorate the baker’s rack on my screened porch which no one really even sees. You actually have to go… Continue reading Christmas Decorating Odds & Ends
