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Do you ever wonder what a designer’s holiday table actually looks like? I mean, clearly if I’m posting a tabletop inspiration for Christmas and Christmas hasn’t even happened yet, then this may not be what my actual dining room might look like on Christmas day. Unless of course these photos are from last year and […]

A Holiday Table Mock-Up

Dec 21

Home Decor

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Tunnel of Trees | Harbor Springs, Mi

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Dear Shelby, December is swirling by much too quickly, don’t forget to savor the season, cherish each moment with your family and remember the reason for the season.  Not only during this sacred time, but the whole year through. In high school, before each formal dance all of my friends, acquaintances and anyone else who […]

Autumn Pictures in December

Dec 22

Life Adventures

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Real Christmas Tree | The Day's Design

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I know many of you are moving full steam ahead into the new year.  But I’m not there yet.  I’m holding onto Christmas for a bit longer.  I don’t like the idea of rushing to tear my decorations down and discard my beautiful tree.  I like Christmas to linger on as long as possible. I […]

My Holiday Living Room Tour

Dec 28

Home Decor

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“We believe in the kingdom come, We believe in the risen Son, You bring our hearts to life.” This is the anthem that’s been ringing through my head this week.  And while this isn’t exactly a Christmas song, is it connected to the holiday theme.  It’s because of Christmas that we can sing this at […]

You Bring Our Hearts to Life

Dec 23

Life Adventures

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Dear Christmas Tree, You are without doubt my biggest joy throughout the holiday season.  I love to peer upon your loveliness and watch your lights twinkle.  I eagerly wait in anticipation for that glorious day in November when it’s no longer “too early” to proudly pick you up from the lot and bring you home […]

Dear Christmas Tree

Dec 18

Life Adventures

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My Facebook page informed me that it has been 8 days since I’ve posted anything “your audience wants to hear from you!!” Ha.  I’m sure you’re all on the edge of your seatings wondering what’s happening over here!  Actually, I feel as though I just dissolved into the magic of the holidays, celebrating family and […]

Merry Christmas

Dec 28

Life Adventures

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