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Snippets of Christmas

I've been rather lazy when it comes to my blog recently.  But I found a new tree that I loved at Lowe's on sale, (I bought the last one ~ the display), so it was already put together and fluffed, so when I got it home, I went ahead and put it up and started decorating for Christmas.  I think I've told you before, that my husband is not a fan of fall decor, and had mentioned several times that he would be glad when the Christmas decor went up. So I'm going to show you a few snippets of what I"ve done, then later, I'll show each room, and then a full tour.  For right now, here ya' go!!


My brother recently gave me his collection of trucks, a tractor, and a car, so I put a tree in the back, and added magnets from the DT to the side.  It sits on the mantel.

Here's the tractor on the other end of the mantel. It's decked out with a wreath!

This tray holds a black truck and the antlers I recently found at GW.


I'm using a spray for a wreath on the front door this year.


Candy dishes in Christmas colors.

A small peek at the tree!

That's all for now.  I'll be back in a few days with lots more to show you.  Have a Happy Thanksgiving Holiday and be thankful to God for all His many blessings.  I am so happy to have another Thanksgiving day to celebrate. Near death experiences put one in a whole different mind set.  God is first and foremost in my life, and I am so thankful to be here.  So don't forget what the day is all about.  Enjoy your family and friends!

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