Monday, December 21, 2009

ho ho ho.


SERIOUSLY- 4 days until a chubby little man in a red suit comes down your chimney....are you ready?!!
me? ha- not so much...but who cares, its our first christmas in this house and we are going to make the most of it. usually we are traveling to see my parents and warren's but this year everyone is coming to us...can you hear the excitement in my typing for not having to travel this year?!! which means, i should really be cleaning (not my best forte) instead of typing...but i couldn't resist saying hello!! oh and i have internet again- YIPPEE!! so watch out :)

*images courtesy of martha stewart
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24 comments:

  1. Scientific HousewifeDecember 21, 2009 at 6:09 AM

    This is our first Christmas is our new house as well and my in-laws are coming to stay so I'm also glad for not traveling but cleaning... not so much :)

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  2. JenniferDecember 21, 2009 at 6:09 AM

    yeah! glad you're back in action! have a wonderful Christmas, Shannon!

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  3. Chic ColesDecember 21, 2009 at 6:34 AM

    I bet you are so glad to have everyone coming to you! That will be very exciting to be able to share Christmas in your new home with your family.

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  4. My Notting HillDecember 21, 2009 at 6:47 AM

    You're back!! Merry Christmas. Can't wait to see pics of your new house.

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  5. High-Heeled Foot in the doorDecember 21, 2009 at 7:16 AM

    How fun! Glad to hear you are settling into your new home! I know you only have a couple of days to get things together,but I think you are all going to have a blast!

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  6. mbDecember 21, 2009 at 7:50 AM

    Welcome back! We missed you.

    Have a great Christmas with your family.

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  7. sarahDecember 21, 2009 at 8:29 AM

    post pics of the new house!

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  8. Blair FriedemanDecember 21, 2009 at 8:34 AM

    I am definitley not ready--just starting my holiday shopping today (ah!). Wishing you a happy Christmas in your new home! xx

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  9. Southern AspirationsDecember 21, 2009 at 7:17 PM

    love- i mean love- the second image especially!! Almost ready... need more ribbon for packages though!!

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  10. ValerieDecember 21, 2009 at 9:50 PM

    Have a great and Merry Christmas!!!

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  11. paulaDecember 22, 2009 at 5:58 AM

    Have Merry Christmas!

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  12. megan @ a life's designDecember 22, 2009 at 12:04 PM

    Have a very Merry Christmas in your new home!

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  13. Emily Amy GalleryDecember 22, 2009 at 2:17 PM

    Have a wonderful first Christmas in your new house!! Oh, and I absolutely love that 2nd image you found of the church with the green roof and red sleigh...so peaceful and joyful.

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  14. Full HouseDecember 22, 2009 at 10:28 PM

    Merry Christmas!

    Just so you know I love your blog and it was one of the originals that I started reading 2.5 years ago.


    Can't wait to see what the new year brings here on your blog.

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  15. NishantDecember 23, 2009 at 1:28 AM

    glad you're back in action! have a wonderful Christmas,

    Work from home India

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  16. the NEO-traditionalistDecember 23, 2009 at 7:08 AM

    That red lantern is to die for! Love your "chubby little man in a red suit" description. Gave me a good laugh. Hope you have a wonderful holiday. Thanks for all the interior inspiration!
    XX Kate

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  17. SamyDecember 24, 2009 at 3:29 AM

    Merry Christmas and a very Happy New Year, I look forward to your postings in 2010 :)

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  18. Laura Casey InteriorsDecember 24, 2009 at 4:55 AM

    So glad you are back! Merry Christmas Shannon!

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  19. FahrudinDecember 26, 2009 at 10:43 PM

    nice wallpaper....thanks... zinzin

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  21. AnonymousDecember 28, 2009 at 3:59 PM

    You were not mistaken, truly

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  22. kanishkDecember 30, 2009 at 3:48 PM

    love- the second image especially!! Almost ready... need more ribbon for packages though!!

    kobe beef steaks

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  23. Rashon CarrawayDecember 31, 2009 at 5:46 AM

    Charleston...the place of many memories!

    I live in Rock Hill...Ill be there is a few days for my company's Oyster Roast...Never heard of that kinda thing...


    Happy 2010!

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  24. NishantJanuary 14, 2010 at 8:13 AM

    That will be very exciting to be able to share Christmas in your new home with your family.

    Work from home India

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