~Open House for Friends & Family

 

 

longing to share our home

with friends & family

 

 

 

 

and when distance hinders

 

 

you do the next best thing

you share through blogging :-)

 

 

the glow from the twinkling lights

to the smells of Christmas

brings such comfort

 

 

I do love to decorate & enjoy

opening my home to others this time of year.

We were blessed to be a part of the

hostess team for a progressive dinner

this past Friday night.

 

our Christmas decorations

are such great reminders ~

of different times in our lives

of our dear friends

and of our family members

 

 

 I have enjoyed the lighted wreath

on the foyer mirror this year.

It adds a special touch to the

nativity scene.

 

 

 

 red & green ornaments

 add color to the crystal bowl

on top of the china cabinet

 

I nestled Mr. Rooster in a fresh green wreath

and added the real candy canes for a little whimsy. :-)

(notice the lighting in this picture - I love it!)

The evening sun had started to shine

through the dining room windows and

created such great shadows & light.

 

 

 

the lantern filled with the colorful ornaments

is sitting on top of the fridge

 

Hope you have enjoyed your visit~

just wish I could have shared a cup of

 hot chocolate with all of you

 

 

 

 

 

Linking to:

Kelly's Christmas Home Tour