It has been pretty gloomy weather wise this holiday season. Not necessarily a bad thing, but it does draw you to the more cozy elements of life. Quiet times inside, good books, hot chocolate, warm socks and Holiday movie marathons. I think my decor really reflects “cozy” this year. Lots of layered fabrics, vintage touches and natural elements. Our master bedroom is probably my favorite spot beside my new kitchen.

We traveled for the holidays to Philadelphia to visit family and experienced the first white Christmas for quite some time. I’m usually pretty eager to take down Christmas after the 25th but this year I think we will enjoy the season a little bit longer. We have some time before school starts again, so some more time can be had in our Christmas house before it is all tucked away until next year.

I hope your Christmas was warm and cozy!

Metamorphosis

I could not believe it when I looked at my calendar and saw that Christmas was three days away. Last week was packed with so much activity; parties, cookie making, last minute shopping and school Christmas concerts…I need a break from all the fun. I truly enjoy the season but need to remember to slow down and be still with all the beauty. I love to decorate my home but I’m often so rushed I only glance at it as I rush out the door. Do you feel this way? Well, slow down and enjoy our foyer in all its glory.

Metamorphosis

I used to really enjoy a very glitzy, over the top approach to Christmas decor. I loved sparkle, gold, glitter and super shiny elements. The intention was to show a little sophistication, I think. I can’t deny the beauty of a glitz, but it never felt like me…almost like playing pretend. I’ve really been embracing a more nature, vintage and whimsical look…I mean, who doesn’t love a collection of antique Santas. Oh, I still have “stuff”, maybe too much, but the holidays seem more peaceful and family focused. This is a good thing.

Metamorphosis

It has been a busy few weeks. We decided to check off something from a bucket list and spend our Thanksgiving Break in NYC. It was a wonderful trip despite the rainy parade…we stuck it out for over an hour before the fear of hypothermia set in. Luckily we followed up with a circus afternoon followed by a great meal. The 11 year old Princess was very content.

When we returned we had to hit the ground running as far as Christmas decor. It was so much fun to decorate our new kitchen for really the first time. I love how it turned out. We are leaning toward a more vintage and simple look. Maybe we achieved it…Let me know!

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