We decorated our tree earlier this week. The boys helped and I think actually enjoyed it this year. We always get an ornament on vacation, I have some ornaments that I made when I was little as does Matt, some are from grandparents, some made by the boys, but every single one has a story. I read a blog this week that stated every tree must have a theme. I guess mine is the story tree.
We have a playmobil nativity set this year and we placed it under the tree along with Thomas the train and a few horses and even 2 reindeer. The other morning before school, the boys were placing the reindeer and poor baby Jesus on the train tracks! Now that is just WRONG! And Grant announced today as I found Mary knocked over that he doesn't like Mary! Yes, the virgin Mary, the mother of Jesus! God, please forgive us!
On to the mantle. A took apart my advent cards and strung them on some twine and here they are. I started collecting Santas a few years ago, they're up there too. My mom has a wonderful collection of Santas. Mine doesn't compare to hers, but I'm trying.
Here is one of my favorite projects! I purchased a few little do-dads today to jazz up my old wreath and I think it turned out great.
The other favorite project: I attached pictures of the boys' past Christmas's with clothespins to these wreaths on my french doors. The little rectangle in the middle is a chalkboard- love it.
Lori...so cute! I love the wreath on the front door, and the tiny chalk boards. so good to see you again yesterday : )
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