Goodbye 2010..Looking forward to blogging in 2011

a piece of Heaven!

I finally put the last of the decor away this evening. I always get a bit depressed when the holidays are over. This year felt different, this year was very different. We had a wedding during the holiday season and two family funerals. It was busy, is was emotional, it is timeto move forward. Before I take the first step into 2010..here is a glimpse of our holidays.

Started with the Bridal Shower....oh how I love Weddings and being a part of the decor team.

an inspiration tree, the bridal guest dropped a note to our bride in the cone

our brides place setting, along with her crown

my 3 littles were in the wedding party..so beautiful!

a couple days in the City during the holidays

We baked and we baked!!

the tree I long to create next year...

I look forward to learning more about the blogging world, maybe gain just a few more followers. I would love for someone to share , how to add the music to my posts. I might even get the guts to tell my friends and family about my blog. Truly, only about 3 people are aware that I even joined the world of bloggers. Why??? Well, I need to get more comfortable and set aside more time to update. HAPPY NEW YEAR TO ALL!!!

An end to a fabulous Season!

We went simple and chic this year..A holiday evening of blogging and wine :)
Our annual Sugar Cookie baking night with the ladies..
Chalkboard festive and fun..

May this year be Merry and Bright! Hope you all had a most fabulous Christmas. We had a great time in the City, time with family and a very relaxing Christmas day spent around the fire enjoying each other ~ jammies until dinner..ahhhh

A small thought!

Sunday?? Really??? that was fast...ok , we have 13 days until Christmas. Im really out of sorts this year. Decor not just perfect, lights not even drizzled along the eves...presents not all purchased, cards sitting on dining room table, 70 degree weather and no snow..not even frost, BUT I have shelter, I have a beautiful family and I have Christ. I guess I really am ready for Christmas, actually, I can hardly wait until Christmas morning and family hanging out in jammies until noon. Wow, thanks for listening, scratch that..reading. I feel better! Here is a little more Christmas love to share:

A child is born...

A bird nesting

On our way to see little Miss Laney in her Christmas show...proud older sister.

No stage fright here, nope, she is on her way in the door to become the cutest cow ever in the Christmas show. Love that kid!!!!!!

Glow....o o o o...o o o o... o o o o..RIA!!!!

Tis the Season My Friends!!!! What a beautiful time of year. In California, it is a bit warm still. A few days of high 50's, hardly any rain but the festivities have begun. smile...sip of wine, and a huge ..GIGANTIC ...."May the Lord Bless you this Season!!!"

Thought I would share a little of my last few weeks. We have been amazingly and happily busy with funerals, weddings, retirements and everyday to do's. We feel blessed, we feel nuts and we feel out of control. But here is a bit of our craziness..wondering if you empathize?? Have you already wrapped, baked and delivered?? Just curious :)

Delaney Faith....she always jumps in posts !

A little Christmas love

Sideways but sweet :)

Christmas Tree complete!

Eat, Drink be happy...do all things for Christ. We did a wine tasting ...winner is???? Le Crema


Ignore the dates on the photos...that camera goes back tomorrow. Never figured it out. Enjoy this wonderful Christmas season. I know I will do my best to remember all things that bring small blessings and tons of love in my life. xoxoxoxo Molly

Holidays...Holi Jays.....

Wow, with Thanksgiving ending this weekend, I can't believe I have not climbed up, in the attic to grab my box. Ok, boxes of...OK.....truck load of Holiday cartons, boxes and bins. I am loaded with decor. Why?? because I LOOOOOve CHRISTmas!!!! The best time of the year, as far as I am concerned. Mom and Dad always made it so exciting as a child. Fabulous surprises, family, friends, endless church hours.

The most memorable Christmas as a child was when I was 8, mom and dad told me to pack a few of my jackets, dress up clothes and shoes, to hand off to a family in need. Christmas Eve Church Service was different that year. We did not attend our regular Presbyterian Church, we went to a hard part of town. We were the only "caucasian" family in the congregation of this run down old church, full of smiling faces. The pastor was a friend of my dads, the people that surrounded me that night could SING!!! and my goodness they could DANCE!!! It was OUT of this world with spirit and love for the Lord. At 8 years old, I was enjoying every moment of that service. As it ended, I turned to walk out the back of the church. I spotted a sweet little gal, with the brightest of smiles, walking out the door. She looked at me, I gazed at her and together...we exchanged a wordless look of love and understanding. This girl, from the hard part of town, completely different upbringing...was wearing all my clothes. At 8 years old I was thrilled and have not forgotten that moment 30 years later. I encourage all my friends, family and fellow bloggers to give this season, with no expectations, this beautiful Christmas season.

Oh, if you are wondering what Holi Jays might be in reference to. Our family has renamed the holidays, for this season. Our cousin "Jay" has turned 30 (with a fabulous party in the City), announced his engagement, announced a pregnancy, wedding within 5 weeks, which includes all my family members. With that said, every weekend from here on out is dedicated to "Jay"...Hence , Happy Holi Jays!!!!

The Happy Couple

and the season begins....

It is amazing to me how quickly this Holiday season has come. I love the Holidays!!! The weather, food, shopping, cards, tree's in the house, decor throughout, travel and such. I love the smell of the first time I turn on the heater for the season. It is just busy fun :)

I have been off my blog for a few days as we have lost 2 family members. One was 37, full of life and an an amazing father of a 10 year old, beautiful daughter. The other, a 97 year old man. He was strong, handsome and the great grandfather to my 3 babies. As we get ready for the Holiday season, we also say goodbye to 2 amazing men in our family. We thank our Lord that we had time with them....we are deeply blessed.

My blog to be updated and filled with my latest gatherings soon.....

OUT with Fall IN with Winter

This Halloween came and went faster than a blink! I can hardly believe it....do I say that every Fall? All in one weekend :

1 Halloween parade, 5 Halloween parties, 1 birthday party, 1 School Carnival, 2 semi-homemade cakes for the cake walk, 1 soccer game (can't take credit...didn't go), 1 trip to my booth, trick or treating, pumpkin carving and family for chili AND the topper... 1 AmAzInG World Series!!! Go Giants :) We did it!!!!!!!!

We all are exhausted!!!!! But the important element is we all had fun!!!

I look forward to sharing my Winter decor...my favorite decor of all. For now, I leave you with just a few weekend pics. Do you want the good news or bad news?? Too bad, your getting it anyway. Bad news out of the way, we had 2 cameras. The big daddy was stolen from my class reunion, the little purse camera went bike riding in the Northwest and dove into the sand never to be turned on again. GOOD news...Mama (me) bought Daddy (hubby) a new Canon tonight. Happy 6 a.m photo shoot to him... and Happy white barn photos for me.

Actually, let me figure out the new camera before I post any pics...Have a fabulous Tuesday.