Hello everyone and welcome to the House of Antique. Thank you for joining me on Boo Mama’s Christmas Tour of Homes. Let me show you around.
First of all, something old. You may remember this guy from a post from last year, Sitting Santa $1.39. He is always the first thing I unwrap and put out every holiday season and the last thing I put away. He’s my favorite, but don’t tell the other decorations. We don’t want a holiday brouhaha on our hands.
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Below is my favorite tree ornament, this sweet little baby boy sleeping on the moon. One of the first Christmas seasons I spent in Texas back in the early 80s, I spent alone because I couldn’t afford to go home and my parents, who worked at the time, couldn’t get time off to travel to come see me.
That year I purchased this little guy at Michael’s. He was one of those paint-it-yourself ceramic ornaments and so that’s what I did, even though I didn’t have a tree. That was the year my oldest nephew was born and now he is a grown man with two children of his own. Sean has also claimed it as his favorite ornament. I never dreamed when I was painting it that I would one day have a little boy of my own.
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One year my mother and I found ourselves in Macy’s at closing time on Christmas Eve. They were marking down things like you wouldn’t believe. I don’t know why we bought these sheep except for that they were marked down like you wouldn’t believe. When you turn them upside down they “baaaaah!” I used to torment the dog with them back when I had a dog. Makes me miss my dog.
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My mom bought me this nativity set about 15 years ago and my dad made me the manger to go with it. It’s a favorite thing that hopefully Sean will have in his own home some day.
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I don’t know why I love this yellow Santa so much, but I do. He’s quirky and I like quirky. He always sits front and center on the mantle. I bought him one year at the Lord & Taylor at the local mall which sadly no longer exists.
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This year my breakfast room and den tree are done in apples and other child friendliness. This wreath hangs on an old antique window frame that is propped up behind a small chest that I found in an antique store in downtown Tuna. Hidden in the wreath are two santas that are hanging on for dear life.
They are supposed to hang from tapers, but I tucked them in the wreath as a suprise for anyone who takes the time to look.
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The penguins are new this year – Hancock Fabrics 50% off sale. You can probably get some of your very own if you hurry. And can one’s halls really be properly decked without a pair of resin penguins? I think not.
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Merry Christmas y’all! Now hurry back to Boo Mama’s for more fabulous home tourage. I think she is about to put out the dip and Wassail.
Rocks In My Dryer says:
That’s a really sweet story about the baby boy ornament.
December 17th, 2007 at 12:08 am
Nicki says:
I want to come to your house at Christmastime! It looks warm and cozy – exactly how a house should look right now.
December 17th, 2007 at 12:14 am
Fresh Girl says:
Your home is beautifully decorated! I like the sheep and the penguins best…apparently I’m fond of wildlife in my Christmas decor.
Oh, and the stable part of your nativity scene — that’s just gorgeous!
December 17th, 2007 at 12:29 am
Big Mama says:
I love that you bought that baby boy ornament all those years ago. Maybe somewhere deep inside you knew.
And I adore your yellow Santa. Makes me wish I had one of my own.
December 17th, 2007 at 12:41 am
cyn says:
I personally like the yellow santa as well!
And Prestonwood mall…I miss it too!
December 17th, 2007 at 1:02 am
Delilah Miller says:
I like the quirky yellow Santa as well.
December 17th, 2007 at 2:06 am
Joyful Days says:
I cannot let my boys see those penguins. They will surely want those. I however covet the nativity…and the sheep. Gotta love those sheep.
Blessings.
December 17th, 2007 at 2:17 am
Jennifer says:
I love the sheep!
December 17th, 2007 at 2:19 am
Dianne says:
Merry Christmas! I enjoyed seeing your special decorations and ornaments. I have a Sean myself and he’s grown up too. : )
December 17th, 2007 at 2:27 am
Southern Heart says:
Your decorations are so beautiful! I especially loved your nativity and your yellow Santa (he’s charming!), and hearing about Christmas in your home.
xo, Andrea
December 17th, 2007 at 2:28 am
Natalie in TX says:
Those Santas on the wreath are sooo cute!
At our house, Joseph was fighting with one of the kings today and he broke his nose (courtesy of Paul).
December 17th, 2007 at 2:33 am
Lisa@Take90West says:
I love that yellow santa. Your home looks great!
December 17th, 2007 at 3:03 am
Wanderlust N Pixiedust says:
Love the sheep! And the nativity scene…
December 17th, 2007 at 3:20 am
Kim says:
Enjoyed my visit!
December 17th, 2007 at 5:25 am
jessica says:
I love your nativity! Oh, and the sitting Santa. And the perfect little wreath in the den! Too cute… Thanks for sharing with us! Merry Christmas!
December 17th, 2007 at 5:39 am
Dawn-Enigma Artist says:
Beautiful home! I love your nativity! And the sheep and penguins! Too cute
December 17th, 2007 at 6:04 am
VicarageKate says:
Lovely – it all looks soo warm and cosy. Love the wreath, it is gorgeous and the Santas hanging on made me laugh!
December 17th, 2007 at 6:40 am
~*~ Jennifer ~*~ says:
Beautiful! and quirky. °Ü°
Wow — the first on the linky list… I’m impressed. Did you go back to bed?
THANKS for sharing!
December 17th, 2007 at 6:58 am
Jodi says:
Very festive! Merry Christmas!
December 17th, 2007 at 6:59 am
JanMary, N Ireland says:
LOVE the apple wreath. Happy Christmas to you and yours.
December 17th, 2007 at 7:05 am
Georgia Mom says:
I love the sheep! How cute and cleaver!
December 17th, 2007 at 7:13 am
Hootin' Anni says:
Love the penguins!!!
I have to versions for my tour. A short version of just a few thumbnails and the other a slide show.
Thumbnail version
Slide show
December 17th, 2007 at 7:27 am
PEA says:
Your home is so wonderfully decorated and I loved hearing the story behind some of these ornaments:-) Merry Christmas to you and yours!! xo
December 17th, 2007 at 7:29 am
Candy says:
Love the sheep. I totally would have bought them. And if you’re really missing your dog, I have one to spare. Yours for cheap.
December 17th, 2007 at 7:29 am
nan says:
Whoo hoo! My crafty bones are getting SO excited! I blogged some time ago that I am going to make a grown-up nativity set soon, and THAT BARN is perfect. I have just shown the plan (drawn on paper) to my boys, and they are shocked to discover that I do not love their “O Sprawling Metropolis of Bethlehem”. I like the way the barn is open on all sides, and that the angel can stand on the roof without falling off.
By the way, Playmobil has lovely nativity figures for those kids who must play with the creche.
December 17th, 2007 at 7:33 am
Sue @ praise and coffee says:
You are so creative. Everything’s adorable! I love the little Santa’s tucked in the wreath- it’s the fun little things like that, that make it special!
Merry Christmas,
Sue
December 17th, 2007 at 7:41 am
Rhonda says:
Very beautiful!
December 17th, 2007 at 7:45 am
Lolly says:
I love the penguins. I need to go shopping this afternoon. Too cute!
December 17th, 2007 at 7:51 am
Tammy/Photography for Fun says:
Very pretty. I love the manger your dad built, especially because there’s a place for the angel to sit above the nativity scene.
December 17th, 2007 at 7:58 am
Megan (FriedOkra) says:
So sweet and whimsical! Like you! Loving the penguins – Look out JoAnn’s! Here I come.
December 17th, 2007 at 8:01 am
Lysa TerKeurst says:
Your home is beautiful! I love the apple wreath. This is my first time to your site and I’ll be back. So fun!
Merry Christmas~
Lysa TerKeurst
December 17th, 2007 at 8:04 am
sue.g says:
Beautiful keepsakes. I think you are right,,,,nothing says, “Merry Christmas” like resin penguins! Too funny
December 17th, 2007 at 8:11 am
dcrmom says:
That nativity is gorgeous. How special! Thanks for sharing.
December 17th, 2007 at 8:26 am
Love Sows Seeds says:
Lovely decorations and I have to echo dcrmom that nativity IS gorgeous (covet!). Have a great Christmas.
December 17th, 2007 at 8:31 am
karen says:
I love all of your favorite Christmas treasures. Your home looks so charming for the holidsy. Blessings, Karen
December 17th, 2007 at 8:34 am
Glass Half Full says:
Those penguins are too cute!
Lori
December 17th, 2007 at 8:35 am
mycrazylife says:
Beautiful! I just adore those little sheep and the window frame with the wreath is gorgeous! I’m getting so many great ideas from this tour!
Blessings,
December 17th, 2007 at 8:36 am
jennifer says:
Very pretty collection of Christmas things. I too like the sheep.
December 17th, 2007 at 8:39 am
lynley says:
I love the manger that your father built…what a special decoration!
December 17th, 2007 at 8:39 am
Sherri Edman says:
Den tree?
That barn is awesome, not least because your dad made it for you. I have a wooden chest that my dad made for me. They’re very special, those dad-made things.
December 17th, 2007 at 8:39 am
stef says:
very nice. thanks!!
December 17th, 2007 at 8:56 am
annselma says:
oooh! I love your nativity. Isn’t Christmastime wonderful? You can remember all the wonderful and sometimes bittersweet times of days past. Thanks for sharing.
December 17th, 2007 at 9:02 am
Melissa says:
I love that first picture of Santa. And you did a great job of painting that ornament! Mine would’ve looked like a 5-yr old did it! Thanks for sharing!
December 17th, 2007 at 9:05 am
Bev Brandon says:
what a tender heart you have!
December 17th, 2007 at 9:10 am
Queen Mother says:
Beautiful. Thanks for sharing.
December 17th, 2007 at 9:11 am
Kelly says:
My favorite pic is the one with the yellow frame in it! I really like that grouping. I also really like the penguins! Have a great day and thanks for letting me stop by! Merry Christmas! Kelly
December 17th, 2007 at 9:12 am
Jennifer says:
I personally love the apple wreath with the hidden Santas best. That is so you. The Sitting Santa is a very close second place.
December 17th, 2007 at 9:14 am
Holley says:
Penquins are a favorite thing! Merry Christmas.
December 17th, 2007 at 9:24 am
Amanda says:
Looks great!
December 17th, 2007 at 9:26 am
Nicole says:
I’m glad you did end up getting the sheep; they’re my favorite! I also liked the yellow Santa and, of course, your Nativity scene is a beautiful heirloom. Thanks for having me over!
December 17th, 2007 at 9:28 am
Emily says:
I love the hanging-on-for-dear-life Santas tucked in the wreath!! How cute!
December 17th, 2007 at 9:37 am
Happy Geek says:
Love the sheep!
December 17th, 2007 at 9:38 am
Melissa says:
I think one of the most wonderful parts of decorating for Christmas is the history and memories we relive as we unwrap and place our ornaments.
December 17th, 2007 at 9:47 am
Multi-tasking Mommy says:
Love the wreath in the frame–very creative!
Come check out my home…
December 17th, 2007 at 9:47 am
Kim says:
Love the penguins!
December 17th, 2007 at 9:48 am
Kelly says:
Love the nativity and the fact that your dad built the stable is precious. What great memories and fun decorations… especially the sheep. I would love to torment my dog like that, too, if she could still hear.
December 17th, 2007 at 9:51 am
aubirdwoman says:
beauitful tresures. Seasons Greetings
December 17th, 2007 at 9:51 am
Mommy Cracked says:
You had me at the penguins!! LOL!! Actually, it’s all beautiful. I am such a sucker for a beautiful wreath like that! Merry Christmas!
December 17th, 2007 at 9:52 am
Susanne says:
I love your penguins and would totally snap them up if we had a Hancock Fabrics. Lovely tour.
December 17th, 2007 at 10:12 am
jenni says:
I love any Santa who is holding a little bristle tree. I think they are just charming! Thank you for sharing your decorations and stories!
December 17th, 2007 at 10:17 am
crookedeyebrow says:
The penguins are adorable and I love the apples and antique frame setup.
Quite lovely! Merry Christmas
December 17th, 2007 at 10:31 am
Shera says:
I had so much fun looking at all the pictures and reading through the stories for each! Thanks for sharing!
December 17th, 2007 at 10:33 am
Lana G! says:
Love the Macy’s sheep! Merry Christmas and thank you for sharing your favorite things!
December 17th, 2007 at 10:37 am
AnnieH says:
Love the Decorations….So cute!! Happy Holidays!
December 17th, 2007 at 10:42 am
chrissy says:
Love the apples and other child friendliness.
December 17th, 2007 at 10:45 am
Amy says:
I love the fun (& sometimes unexpected!) things you have: the wreath Santas, yellow Santa & penguins.
December 17th, 2007 at 10:57 am
Sincerely Anna says:
Very nice! Love those penguins, they crack me up!
December 17th, 2007 at 11:00 am
kari and kijsa says:
Wonderful…absolutely wonderful…especially love your sweet nativity!
Merry Christmas blessings,
kari and kijsa
December 17th, 2007 at 11:06 am
Jen says:
You home looks so welcoming and inviting. I adore your Santa. He is so cute and reminds me of things from when I was a little girl. Thank you for opening your home up to us all today.
Jen
December 17th, 2007 at 11:07 am
Jamie says:
I love the wreath that hangs from the window frame.
December 17th, 2007 at 11:19 am
pinkmommy says:
That nativity is so lovely! I love that you already think of your treasured things as future heirlooms.
December 17th, 2007 at 11:22 am
Monique in TX says:
I have exactly that same black baaas-when-you-turn-it-upside-down sheep! I bought mine when I was single. It was nice, when I’d had a bad day, to be able to come home, turn him over, and have a little commiseration!
Monique
December 17th, 2007 at 11:26 am
Ornery's Wife says:
Loved the penguins. They’d fit in well with my snowmen, don’t you think? Thanks for the tour.
TM
December 17th, 2007 at 11:33 am
Susie says:
I love your ornaments, and the nativity. I still don’t have my own set yet, but I’m looking. Merry Christmas.
December 17th, 2007 at 11:50 am
Robin says:
My youngest boys would just love to have those penguins. They are adorable.
December 17th, 2007 at 11:58 am
Robinznest says:
I think that is the most beautiful stable I have ever seen. What an heirloom.
December 17th, 2007 at 12:10 pm
Sabrena says:
love your house! you have such great taste!!
December 17th, 2007 at 12:11 pm
Queen B says:
You have such fun Christmas decorations! I love the penguins and the yellow Santa. The sheep made me laugh…that is great. It looks wonderful!
December 17th, 2007 at 12:13 pm
Quirky says:
Did everyone see that? Antique Mommy said “…and I like quirky”. And you know that she was really talking about me, even though she has me confused with a yellow Santa (who is adorable, by the way).
I must find some sheep like yours. Tony has always loved sheep (not in THAT way though), so I know he’d go crazy over your little guys. We’d probably have to keep them out year round.
Your decor is beautiful, and I love the stories behind everything!
December 17th, 2007 at 12:13 pm
Tina says:
Love the penguins.
December 17th, 2007 at 12:14 pm
GiBee says:
Adorable penguins!!!
December 17th, 2007 at 12:29 pm
Jennifer says:
I love the little “hidden” santas in the wreath.
December 17th, 2007 at 12:36 pm
Michelle says:
everything looks beautiful at Antique Mommy’s house.I especially like the penquins.:)
December 17th, 2007 at 12:36 pm
Beck says:
There is something so very Christmasy about penguins, isn’t there?
You have lovely Christmas decorations.
December 17th, 2007 at 12:42 pm
Nancy - The Unlikely Homesteader says:
Merry Christmas! Don’t you just love having a handmade manger from your folks?! It will just grow more precious with time.
December 17th, 2007 at 12:48 pm
Crystal says:
Love the Santa’s on the wreath! So cute!
December 17th, 2007 at 12:50 pm
Jamie says:
Enjoyed the tour–everything looks so cute! Happy Holidays!
December 17th, 2007 at 1:01 pm
Nolanites says:
Everything looks so sweet!
December 17th, 2007 at 1:16 pm
Kristy says:
I think the Santa in the wreath is my favorite part – how fun!
December 17th, 2007 at 1:23 pm
Jenna says:
I love the penguins!
December 17th, 2007 at 1:28 pm
Jennifer says:
Love your decorations. I think the sheep are just precious & I love the story about the little boy ornament! Thanks for sharing. Merry Christmas to you & yours!
Jennifer
December 17th, 2007 at 1:42 pm
Jeri says:
I like the yellow Santa also, and the penquins are adorable!
December 17th, 2007 at 2:01 pm
staciesmadness says:
oh, I love all your decorations…very nice, thanks for sharing!
December 17th, 2007 at 2:07 pm
Stephenie F. says:
I love how everything you have has special meaning. Makes decorating so much more fun.
December 17th, 2007 at 2:09 pm
WEndy Clark says:
Beautiful Nativity.
December 17th, 2007 at 2:13 pm
Adrienne says:
Your home is beautiful. Thank you for sharing it with us. I love your nativity set and the stable. I have one I enjoy but it’s not what I hope to end up with. I purchased it a few years ago and I’ve always wanted the angel to be above the stable. Hard to do with a pointed roof! I love the way yours is made so your angel can be on top. Great idea. This will be a wonderful treasure for Sean someday, for sure. ~Adrienne~
December 17th, 2007 at 2:17 pm
Penelope Anne says:
I love the penguins they are so cute. Lovely home for the holidays.
December 17th, 2007 at 2:42 pm
Rhondi says:
Very fun decorations!
December 17th, 2007 at 2:43 pm
Linda says:
Everything looks wonderful. I love the lil boy ornament too!
December 17th, 2007 at 3:06 pm
Sharon says:
Thanks for the tour! I loved it!
December 17th, 2007 at 3:06 pm
Mama Bear says:
Thank you. You made me feel right at home while I visited.
December 17th, 2007 at 3:10 pm
boysmum2 says:
I love the sheep and penguins, so cute. Thanks for inviting me in.
December 17th, 2007 at 3:16 pm
Lady Why says:
I love that nativity scene! I have a special place in my heart for nativities and that one is gorgeous!
December 17th, 2007 at 3:30 pm
jen says:
I love all your Favorite things. I really loved your Nativity scene. Come see me. You haven’t been by in awhile.
December 17th, 2007 at 3:34 pm
Dene says:
Your manger is by far the most beautiful I’ve ever seen! Thanks for sharing your home!
December 17th, 2007 at 3:39 pm
Traci says:
Oh! I love love love the penguins!!! I have to go get me some of those! I also love the Manger that was homemade! Very beautiful!
Merry Christmas!
December 17th, 2007 at 3:59 pm
bee says:
The penguins are a perfect touch!
BTW, I am so jealous of your yellow Santa!
December 17th, 2007 at 4:02 pm
cce says:
Don’t miss your dog too much because I have one that is busy destroying X-ma -, decorations, cookies, presents, my moo, everything. But the sheep, those are great sheep!
December 17th, 2007 at 4:02 pm
Sue says:
I love your home, all your favorite things and the story behind them. I LOVE the penguins…no home is properly attired for the holidays without at least one!
Thank you for inviting me!
Hugs,
Sue
December 17th, 2007 at 4:04 pm
Mrs Jules says:
That yellow Santa is great. And love your pair of penguins!
December 17th, 2007 at 4:17 pm
Candace says:
I really like your nativity set- it’s beautiful. The little boy ornament is precious too.
December 17th, 2007 at 4:20 pm
Lisa says:
Enjoyed your quirky. Quirky is my favorite!
December 17th, 2007 at 4:24 pm
Nicki says:
Cute stuff! I love that your dad made the manger for you.
December 17th, 2007 at 4:25 pm
Donna says:
Thank you so much – I got tickled – all your things make you miss other things!!!! Loved being in your home.
December 17th, 2007 at 4:48 pm
Ruth says:
I love the penguins! The homemade manger is a treasure I’m sure!
December 17th, 2007 at 4:49 pm
Holly Smith says:
I think your nativity is just beautiful. May God bless your home and family with joy this year!!
December 17th, 2007 at 5:09 pm
Laura says:
Your manger is probably the most beautiful I’ve ever seen! And somehow I now feel the urge to rush out and purchase some penguins, they are adorable
December 17th, 2007 at 5:48 pm
Becci~PowersTwinB says:
I really enjoyed my Chrismas tour of your Christmas ornaments, decorations and special memoires! I really loved the apple wreath with the hidden santas. I have you one my desktop and look every day if you have a new entry, so now It looks like I might have to forgo that lucious dinner I was making for hubby tonight…I’m stuck on the Christmas tour…
December 17th, 2007 at 5:59 pm
Jessica says:
Love the sheep!
December 17th, 2007 at 6:08 pm
Mama C says:
Really like the nativity. We’ve been looking for one for seven years of marriage now. Maybe this year…
December 17th, 2007 at 6:24 pm
Adventures In Babywearing says:
I love all your little favorite things and the stories behind them. I have a 2 year old son that would absolutely love those sheep. Your blog is lovely, too.
Have a wonderful Christmas!
Steph
December 17th, 2007 at 6:48 pm
Elaine says:
Love your Santas! I collect them so I really like to see different ones. Merry Christmas!
December 17th, 2007 at 6:55 pm
Kellye says:
Love the Santas hanging on for dear life!
December 17th, 2007 at 7:00 pm
Jill says:
Love those penguins and sheep. Merry Christmas!
December 17th, 2007 at 7:24 pm
Christie says:
Love the antique window and wreath!
December 17th, 2007 at 7:26 pm
Mariah says:
I love your decorations. I especially love your hidden Santas. And I love your blog! I visit you daily and I’m always disappointed if you haven’t done a new post. Not that you have a life to live or anything….
December 17th, 2007 at 7:26 pm
Patty says:
Thanks for showing us around your home. I love your decorations and I especially loved the little boy sitting on the moon ornament!!
Merry Christmas!
Patty
December 17th, 2007 at 7:36 pm
Nan says:
Love your apple theme. You are fast! 1st one on the list!
Nan
December 17th, 2007 at 8:01 pm
Deborah says:
Everything is preshus, just preshus! I enjoyed your stories and the hidden Santa’s.
God Bless You,
Twinkle
December 17th, 2007 at 8:06 pm
liz@ Monkey Kisses says:
I love your manger scene.. it’s great!
December 17th, 2007 at 8:16 pm
Darlene says:
I love the first Santa, he’s cute.
December 17th, 2007 at 9:35 pm
jenn says:
I LOVE the breakfast room! lovin the lil boy ornaments!
December 17th, 2007 at 10:09 pm
Silvana says:
I love the penguins!
December 17th, 2007 at 10:23 pm
shari says:
so cute, i love the nativity.
December 17th, 2007 at 10:26 pm
Leigh says:
Beautiful! I love the stories behind all the ornaments!
December 17th, 2007 at 10:29 pm
Fiddledeedee (It Coulda Been Worse) says:
I see that Jesus still has his head. That’s a good sign. I’m totally coveting your nativity scene. But that would really be sinful. A double sin. So, I’m admiring your nativity scene. Greatly.
December 17th, 2007 at 10:35 pm
On the Eastern Journey says:
Your manger scene is very creative! I love the barn!
December 17th, 2007 at 10:40 pm
Elaine says:
I had to join in after reading this. And sitting Santa was $1.39! You rock.
December 17th, 2007 at 11:09 pm
Sue says:
I want an apple wreath…
December 18th, 2007 at 12:45 am
Queen of My Domain says:
I like your little yellow Santa. Very cute and quirky. I hadn’t thought of Prestonwood Mall in ages.
December 18th, 2007 at 12:45 am
BJ says:
I love the penguins! Too cute. Thanks for sharing your favourite things. (cue Julie Andrews)
December 18th, 2007 at 12:53 am
lainakay says:
Love the yellow Santa… I want one! The penguins are too cute! Merry Christmas!
December 18th, 2007 at 7:46 am
Joyce says:
How beautiful. What memories you are creating.
In Christ’s Joy
December 18th, 2007 at 8:53 am
Margie says:
My two year old would love the penguins … if we could only get them to dance
Beautiful stories about your Christmas decor.
Margie
December 18th, 2007 at 9:32 am
Shannon **Gabi's Mom** says:
Love your decorations and the stories behind them.
December 18th, 2007 at 9:37 am
gina says:
Your whole blog has such an inviting feel to it. I love your template. I enjoyed hearing about a few of your favorite things.
December 18th, 2007 at 10:38 am
New Diva on the Blog says:
Great Nativity set! Thank you for sharing your home.
December 18th, 2007 at 11:02 am
SJ says:
Beautiful! Thanks for sharing!
December 18th, 2007 at 11:04 am
Nise' says:
Those sheep are too clever. Good thing mine don’t make sounds or it would have distracted the kids from the reason they are under our tree! Thanks for inviting me in to your home.
December 18th, 2007 at 11:24 am
WeevilMaw says:
Beautiful and quirky and whimsical-my favorites! Merry Christmas.
December 18th, 2007 at 11:49 am
Erica says:
Thanks for sharing! I loved the story behind each of the little decorations! :- )
Merry Christmas,
Erica
December 18th, 2007 at 12:01 pm
Katherine says:
I enjoyed seeing your favorite things and hearing the stories about them! I have several yellow Santas (I need yours!) You can see mine on my home tour, hope to see you there!
Katherine
Yellow Rose Arbor
December 18th, 2007 at 12:07 pm
trina says:
I like your decoration collection! Quirky and fun!
December 18th, 2007 at 12:30 pm
SillyMe @ JoyfulChaos says:
just beautiful! lovin’ the homemade manger. and the santa’s hangin’ on. too good!
December 18th, 2007 at 12:48 pm
Jackie Sue says:
Yours is the first I’ve looked at. Such sweet decorations. I love the yellow Santa, too!
December 18th, 2007 at 1:26 pm
MarysMom says:
I was at Macy’s in New York one Christmas Eve and they were marking down like you wouldn’t believe. I wonder if they would do that at the Macy’s in Broomfield this year. Probably not and I would not want to be shopiing on Christmas Eve anyway.
December 18th, 2007 at 1:44 pm
Gretchen says:
Love the penguins with attitude and the lovely window/wreath combo. Also…Yellow Santa rules. Merry Christmas!
December 18th, 2007 at 2:25 pm
Sue says:
I see you were first on Boomama’s list! Wow! I think I might be the last (I’m 368, anyway, and a day late). I love your Nativity scene.
December 18th, 2007 at 3:22 pm
Susan says:
Very nice! I like your sheep!
December 18th, 2007 at 3:27 pm
Liz says:
loving the Santas in your wreath! Merry Christmas.
December 18th, 2007 at 3:46 pm
Karen says:
Love your Nativity. THank you for sharing your special memories with us.
December 18th, 2007 at 4:58 pm
amydeanne says:
I love all the little details you’ve presented!
December 18th, 2007 at 5:33 pm
Heather B. says:
Wow, that manger seen is gorgeous! Merry Christmas!
December 18th, 2007 at 5:43 pm
melissa @ the inspired room says:
Lovely lovely home, such a festive place to be this holiday! Thanks so much for coming by my place, and for sharing your home!
December 18th, 2007 at 5:53 pm
Becky says:
What a beautiful nativity!
December 18th, 2007 at 5:54 pm
Tracey/Real Estate Girl says:
loved your ornaments and the beautiful stories that went along with them. I agree with Melanie (Big Mama), maybe deep down inside you knew one day you would have a precious son who would mean the world to you.
Thanks for sharing special memories…
Merry Christmas!
December 18th, 2007 at 7:22 pm
Kristen says:
I love the frame, and the apple wreath.
December 18th, 2007 at 8:18 pm
Chrissie says:
Sweet, sweet ornaments! and that is a gorgeous Nativity scene! Thanks for sharing – and for stopping by today! God bless your Christmas!
Chrissie
December 18th, 2007 at 10:34 pm
Christy says:
I too remember and miss Prestonwood Mall. That part of town is just not the same.
December 18th, 2007 at 11:04 pm
Kerri says:
Thanks for the tour! Your decorations are great… so much humor and character and special meaning all at the same time. The little boy ornament that you painted is absolutely precious.
December 18th, 2007 at 11:12 pm
zoom says:
I loved your decorations, but especially enjoyed the story behind each treasure.
December 19th, 2007 at 9:06 am
Cheryl says:
Thanks for sharing your treasures. Loved the boy asleep on the moon. Beautiful memories to share.
December 19th, 2007 at 10:20 am
Katie says:
Lovely! I can’t wait until I have a separate dining room so I can display my china too.
December 19th, 2007 at 11:47 am
Ginger says:
I love the stories behind your treasures!!
December 19th, 2007 at 5:46 pm
Fizz says:
Aw, what a great post! I love the way you highlighted just a few of your decorations that you love. Those penguins crack me up!
December 19th, 2007 at 8:20 pm
Margot says:
Looks like you have fun decorating. I love the penguins might have to go out and see if I can get some.
December 20th, 2007 at 1:54 pm
Kristen says:
Great pictures. I love the sheep!
December 20th, 2007 at 4:01 pm
Joelle says:
Great decorations. My first Christmas away from home I decorated a wreath with ornaments I had from growing up. Love the yellow Santa.
December 20th, 2007 at 9:46 pm
~E says:
Thanks for sharing. Love the penguins!
December 20th, 2007 at 11:34 pm
Michie says:
Thank you for sharing! Merry Christmas!
December 22nd, 2007 at 2:13 pm
barbara stephens says:
Luv your decorations!!!!
December 23rd, 2007 at 10:36 am
Kim says:
Your decorations are wonderful! I love the penguins
I saw some at Target a week or so ago that were similar but they wanted $29 each for them and I am to frugal for that… lol.
Happy Holidays!
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