Sharing Christmas Every Day

I hope everyone had a great Christmas and got everything they were wishing for!  I love the holidays because families come together, old and new traditions are in full bloom and memories are made to last a lifetime.  For Christmas, my in-laws gave me a devotional by Helen Steiner Rice, "Sharing Christmas Every Day."  In it, she discusses how "all these grand activities and preparations culminate in one small twenty-four-hour period, and we need to make a better effort to spread the joy and the true meaning of Christmas all year round.  Christmas is about giving and sharing love with everyone around you.  Helen Steiner Rice puts it into words perfectly:

"Only what we give away

Enriches us from day to day,

For not in getting but in giving

Is found the lasting joy of living,

For no one ever had a part

In sharing treasures of the heart

Who did not feel the impact of

The magic mystery of God's love.

Love alone can make us kind

And give us joy and peace of mind,

So live with joy unselfishly

And you'll be blessed abundantly."

I'll be reading this book for the next couple of weeks so you might see some poems or interesting information I've read pop up on here from time to time.  Now let's all look forward to the new year and the wonderful new experiences that it will bring!

Christmas Movie Madness

In case anyone is needing some last minute Christmas movie ideas, I made a list!  These are my top picks that I must see each year between December 1st & December 25th!  Let me know if there are any that I missed that are on your favorites list!

Merry Christmas everyone!

Twin-sessed!

I like to use this space to share with you the things that I like.  And one of my new favorite obsessions...or should I say "twin-sessions"...is a couple of girls you might remember from a classic 90's show Sister, Sister.  Tia & Tamera Mowry!  They might be celebrities, but they seem like 2 of the most down to earth women in Hollywood I've seen.  They have a show on the Style Network, Tia & Tamera, and now they have a new website hosted by the 2 of them where you can find advice on sisterhood, motherhood, healthy living, making a home, fashion and beauty and much more!

 

The Official Tia & Tamera

Tia & Tamera comes on Tuesdays at 8:00!  Check out these 2 beautiful and talented women.  It won't take long for you to fall in love with them too!

Family Christmas Album

I'm so excited to show everyone our Christmas pictures this year!  We are a small, growing family and this is the first year we can include the newest addition to our family!  And check out this awesome Christmas card!  I would love to see some of your Christmas pictures or Christmas cards from this year so be sure to post them in the comments!

            

Stationery card

View the entire collection of cards.

Surfing Fever

Sunday is my blog catch-up day, and boy am I catching up!  There were all sorts of fun things posted this week!  Plus, these are just a few of the websites that I came across through my surfing that I would like to share with everyone.

 the nest::  This site is specifically designed for women who are new nesters and can find advice on hundreds of different topics from "Home Decor Suggestions" to "Date Night Ideas" to "Health Tips on Exercise and Nutrition."

*Also Check Out::

--> the knot:: The ultimate online wedding planning guide!  I used this throughout my engagement and it was a lifesaver!

--> the bump:: Everything you need to know when trying to get pregnant and during the 9 months while waiting for that beautiful baby to come!  Haven't gotten to this one just yet, but it's good knowledge for the future!

--> the blush:: The newest addition to this series of websites!  Today's Obsessions, Celebrity Looks and Video Tutorials, etc. can all be found here!

babble::  (c/o Nat The Fat Rat)  This is a site connected to Disney where you can find all kinds of useful information from "Smart Ways to Spend & Save" to "Beauty & Style Tips" to "A Complete 2012 Holiday Guide." 

Check out this article:  What YOU Should Be Buying at Forever 21 RIGHT NOW!  These are just a few pieces I love, but you can take a look to find many more options! 

I want to know, what are you dying to buy from this bunch?

All I Want For Christmas

Adam and I finally got our tree and all of our Christmas decorations put up in and outside the house.  That was a weekend long task in itself.  But how can you look at it as work when you love it as much as we do?  Now we can sit back and soak up every minute of this special holiday!

Sometimes we get caught up in the hustle and bustle of the Christmas season.  Around this time of year, people often feel the need to purchase a lot of gifts or stay up to date on the most recent phone, laptop or other electronics or else they won't be on the same level as everyone else.  So I wanted to take a moment at the very beginning of this holiday and remind everyone about the true meaning of Christmas.

Our Lord Jesus Christ.

Family.

Friends.

Our Health.

These are the things that matter.  You can have all the money and material items in the world, but without these, you really have nothing.  Take time this Christmas and think about the wonderful things you have in life and let everything else fall by the waste side.  I look forward to doing many more Christmas themed posts so check back soon!

MERRY CHRISTMAS!

Sales for the First Weekend of December

If you didn't get everything you needed on Black Friday or Cyber Week, don't fret.  There are still plenty of sales this weekend for those of you looking for a good deal!  Here are just a few that I came across and wanted to pass them along.  Enjoy!

Kohl's ::

• Apt. 9 Argyle Cashmere Cardigan - How often can you find 100% cashmere for this price?
• LC Lauren Conrad Tall Boots - These look so comfy and easily be dressed up or down.
• Wood Jewelry Box - 50% off and beautiful cherry wood!
• Dana Buchman Boucle Wool Coat - If you live in a state where it actually gets cold enough to wear.

  
Victoria's Secret ::

• NEW! Hottest Holiday Makeup Kit - Includes 79 different products plus a step by step guide to help re-create 3 top holiday looks.
• Yoga V-Front Legging - Because we all know we need to work out a little more..
• Drape Cardigan Sweater - A sexy oversized sweater in multiple color options.
• NEW! The Fireside Thermal Sleep Shortie - This looks so comfortable to sleep in..and I love the leopard print!    

Banana Republic :: 

• Mya Penny Pump - The perfect work shoe that goes with anything!
• Nora Patent Envelope Clutch - I love the multi color snake skin and it's finally a clutch with a lot of space!
• Cashmere Gloves - Finally! A glove that will keep my whole arm warm!
• Lace Front Cardigan - This is such a classy sweater with such versatility. 

There are plenty of other sales through Monday so take advantage of them!  Good luck and happy shopping!