A Christmas Angel in Pink

 

Once upon a time, a beautiful angel in pink, with white fur along the rim of her long jacket, perched on the top of a gorgeous Christmas tree that slowly twirled around.

The angel and tree, and nearby crackling fire inside a pink fireplace,  were like something out of a dream.

Fast forward four years: The twirling tree, crackling fireplace, and big house are all gone----they are all sweet memories that are part of the past.

The pink angel spent the last few years in a plastic bin inside a rented storage facility until this Christmas.

 She's as gorgeous as ever, however, she's too big for the pencil-shaped pink Christmas tree.

As an alternative placement, angel has been perched against a gold-framed mirror and  above the Philippine manger scene.

She still looks looks regal.

While it's good to remember the good times of the past, it's also extremely important to learn to adjust to change and move forward.

Whatever the circumstances, always keep an angel by your side.

 HAVE YOU EVER HAD AN ENCOUNTER WITH A REAL ANGEL?

Closer to Christmas

 

We are now coming closer and closer to Christmas.  

There are only three days left!

All the hoopla of gift selecting, buying, and wrapping; baking; shopping; cleaning; cooking; entertaining; card writing, and on and on will soon be just memories.

 It's comforting to think about the little Christ child coming to earth. 

He had such a humble beginning, even though, in reality, He is a king.

May we strive to maintain humility, too, and feel utter joy in living. 

Each breath we take is a gift, in itself.  

On this Sunday before Christmas, I wish you peace, deep in your heart, and immense love and protection from the little Lord Jesus.

Angels Watch Over Him

 

 

Some Christmas art pieces with the Baby Jesus are extra special, such as the one in these photos.

 

In addition to being a lovely depiction of angels watching over the Baby Jesus, it is also a music box!

 Yes, the angels and the baby slowly twirl around while the music box plays "Silent Night."

It is a purchase that absolutely could not be resisted.

 

 PLEASE TELL US OF ONE SPECIAL PIECE OF CHRISTMAS DECOR THAT YOU NEVER WANT TO PART WITH.

Christmas Dollhouse

 

This year, my oldest granddaughter decorated Christmas dollhouse.

Despite the fact that the dollhouse, itself, is in need of lots of renovation, she did a wonderful job.

 

 

Having observed Grammie's version of Christmas dollhouse from previous years, she knew exactly what to do and how she wanted things.

She added her own personal touches and that was joyful to a Grammie. 

 

This year's dollhouse decorations are abbreviated from previous years due to lots of stuff still being held up in storage but it's dressed festively.

It is hoped that those who love miniatures will enjoy seeing it this Christmas season.

 

HAVE YOU EVER DECORATED A DOLLHOUSE FOR CHRISTMAS?

Bring on the Pink!

 

While the familiar and traditional red and green colors of Christmas are cheerful,  pink is the chosen color around here.

Pink is a bit different, and is a happy, pleasant color.

The front door wreath, made by my talented daughter, even has a Santa dressed in pink and tiny pink trees on it.

A pink bow is what it needed.

So, my artistic sister, Barb, made the prety pink velvet bow with wire edges.

Unfortunately, it gets a little squished because there is a storm door in front of the regular door. 

While it provides extra warmth from the bitter cold temps, it also pretty much presses the wreath and bow when it's closed.

No problem for me because one can still see the pretty pink shade of velvet through the glass.

DO YOU PREFER ANY COLORS OTHER THAN RED AND GREEN FOR CHRISTMAS?