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.

A photo posted by Anangloinquebec (@anangloinquebec) on Dec 5, 2015 at 7:54am PST

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!!