Holiday House Preview
The holidays have always been a big deal in my family. Not because there are tons of gifts but because it was the one day of the entire year I knew we would all be together.
For as long as I can remember I’ve loved Christmas. I think it all started the day my Dad woke me up from my preschool nap, promptly put on my coat, loaded me up in the truck we fondly called Bluebell and we set out hand in hand to find the perfect Christmas tree.
All these years later it’s still one of the very first things I think about when I’m getting ready to decorate my own tree. I’ve always wanted a white tree and my sweet sister gave me her tree so this year I could have my dream tree. It makes me excited every time I look at it.
These are the memories that make Christmas seem magical. Those magical moments like when your Popa saved the day by giving you the biggest, thickest, longest work socks you’ve ever seen because you left your stocking hanging on the mantle and home is a 4 and a half hour drive back.
Or the time your parents left the sprinklers on over night and you squealed with delight at your own winter wonderland.
We’ve opened presents in little blue boxes and an upright air compressor that was so big we had to throw a sheet over it to “wrap it” because we couldn’t get it out of the truck without my Dad’s help and we didn’t want to ruin his surprise.
I can’t remember most of the gifts I’ve been given over the years but I can always remember the way I feel when I walk in the door of my parent’s home. I hear my Mom’s voice saying, “Hey Hon! It’s Christmas!” She’s usually hugging me and jumping up and down so excited. I smell a mix of salt and cinnamon sugar in the air, a sure sign she’s “gone all out” and made an amazing dinner. My Dad is usually behind a door that says, “Santa’s Workshop Do Not Enter” and my sisters are by my side.
As we begin this season of wonderment let us treasure the spirit of Christmas as we recall the magical moments and hold each other close.
See you back here Monday for our Holiday Blog Series and a week full of recipes, crafts and decorating ideas!
Finally, a very big congratulations to Connie Kline the winner of “Believe in the Magic of Christmas” chalkboard art by artist and friend Liz Bonin!
Many blessings,
CoCo
CoCo…you’ve just made me even more excited for Christmas! I can just envision you as a sweet child caught up in the wonderment of the holiday ! Can’t wait to get this party started!
Thanks so much Vicki! I can’t wait to see what you have up your sleeve lady! I know it’s going to be so fantastic!
CoCo~
Oh, so pretty and so very motivating! I’ve recently had a hankering for a white tree as well…or a flocked tree.
Walking down memory lane with you brings back so many of my own memories. The most astounding thing you wrote though? That you don’t really remember any gifts you’ve been given. What a sweet reminder for me this morning as hubby and I talk about what Christmas gifts to buy this year. Hmmmm…..it really is about the food, the music, family and traditions.
Thank you for your thoughtful post today and I bet you’re grateful for a sister like that.
Merry Christmas my friend!!
Donna
(Faded Velvet)
Donna, I remember what came in the little blue box because my sisters and I all have matching reminders 🙂 I’ve had the hardest time trying to make a Christmas list this year. I must be a sign I’m getting older and more content with my life which makes me so happy. Merry Christmas to you too sweet lady! Big hugs, CoCo
Thank you, thank you! I got your email today and it just made my day! I love the sheet music garland on your tree in the post today, I’m going to show that to my guitar playing daughter for her tree.
Connie you are so welcome and congratulations again! The music sheet garland would be a great idea for your daughter!
Coco! Your house looks beautiful! I love your white tree and the coastal touches. I can’t wait to see what you have in store for a blog series.
Thanks so much Nancy!
What a beautiful post. I also love white Christmas trees. They remind me of my grandparent’s house and their white and silver tree! Happy holidays!
Thank you Suzanne! I really appreciate it! Happy Holidays to you and your family too!