Wednesday, December 16, 2015

Christmas Memories



I seem to have dug myself
into a hole
that I quite like.
That sounds contradictory .... I know.

But for the last few years I have been very predictable
when it comes to my decorating choices
for the Christmas holidays.

I seem to be constantly drawn to the au naturel theme
using branches and bulbs
around our home.

And
It seems to be catching on with another
member of our family. ;)

She has her own apartment in the city now
close to school and work
which means she gets to create her own space
with personal touches
and I get to ....well.....participate. ;)



There is something about the smell of fresh flowers
and greenery
that add a special touch to the holiday season.

I don't remember growing up with a lot of bulbs,
I do remember my mom receiving flowers at this time of year
from friends and staff members.

But every year I find myself
growing a small crop of bulbs
in the spare bedroom
ready to fill in for ones that are on their last blooms.






Sumac branches and pine .....and Jack

Moss-covered reindeer





Those are from Christmas past...
but certainly they feel like Christmas present.



Urns before lights and snow



I have to admit that most of these photos are probably best referred to as au naturel as well.
I have misplaced my camera charger so in the meantime I am using my
somewhat trusty iphone...
somewhat.

And with my work life taking a new direction
photos are feeling much less staged
and much more rushed....


The front entry of my daughter's apartment
also has a vase filled with fresh cut pine and sumac branches

And of course I should show you what she was preparing in the first image.

My daughter's apartment is what we call a demi-sous sol, 
just slightly below groundso this display of natural branches and sumac
is giving her a nice holiday touch
plus a little added privacy.




I will be back before Christmas
to share some images with you that I had promised way back.

Check out the BloomNation blog for those of you interested in ideas on using flowers in your decorating. This is not a paid post but I do think that natural
decorations are really inspiring for this time of the year....
well anytime actually.

In the meantime,
enjoy the lead up to the holiday season.....
Joyeux Noël à tous mes amis!!



13 comments:

  1. Joyeux Noël! I love au natural as well ;) Every year I find myself subtracting more and more from our Christmas decor set up. Give me some lights and some garland and I say job done!

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  2. You do au natural so well, Donna! There's no reason to change anything. It all looks wonderful!

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  3. Everything looks nice. It is wonderful to see our children share our love of making the home, homey.

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  4. Love your decorating choices once again!! I have enjoyed a fuss free decorating theme this year as well. Merry Christmas! We have no snow here in Southern Alberta,,,just doesn't feel the same for the holidays without some white stuff!

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  5. I love the natural decorating this time of year too. Lovely photos Donna. I wish you and yours a wonderful Christmas holiday.

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  6. So beautiful, Donna, and so neat to see how your decorating has influenced your daughter. Merry Christmas. xoxo Su

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  7. I love your idea of natural decor for Christmas. Please tell Jack that he adds the perfect amount of white and fluffliness to your decor.

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  8. Is the red flowered greenery sumac?

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  9. Love to see Sarah is decorating au natural need her new address so I can send her something I have to start her own collection love your older sister

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  10. Your Christmas decor is so pretty. I love natural themes this time of year! I wanted to let you know that your bloggy friendship means the world to me!!! Merry Christmas, Donna I hope you are having a blessed day with your sweet family.

    xo,
    RJ

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  11. Feliz ano novo!
    Seguimos nossa caminhada na construção de um mundo mais justo, fraterno, humano, harmonioso e de doação.
    Todos somos promotores da Paz...que começa em nossos corações e se estende a tudo que nos rodeia!!!
    Obrigada por fazer parte da minha história de vida!
    UM ABENÇOADO 2016!!!!

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  12. I keep checking every day or so hoping you've come back to us. Any chance?

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