Holiday scenes...
The first signs of the impending season were these "book trees" spotted in a shop window in Thomasville, Georgia on November 25. I love the reflection of downtown in the window.
Three tired women met at our church in the evening in early December to decorate the Chrismon tree. "Chrismon" is a combination of the words "Christ" and "monogram," and means "symbols of Christ." Chrismons are gold and white, representing majesty and purity. I was not keen on spending my evening doing this, but ended up enjoying the company of two fellow church members as we chatted and worked on the tree, sharing memories.
And here's the whole thing - all done. The tree might be listing a bit to the left. Hmm...
My sister and I have a silly game, in which we text each other crazy things the other might receive for Christmas. I could not get her to tell me anything she wanted, so I told her this poodle was going to look cute on her dresser. :) Not to worry - she's got two really good things from me under the tree.
I already shared my tree at home here, but this a closeup of some of favorite ornaments, including Dorothy's red shoe (purchased at the Smithsonian Museum of American History in Washington, DC), and a beloved ornament of my late parents' depicting the Atlanta Braves World Series Championship in 1995.
This plane is the new addition to my tree - purchased at the same shop that had the ceramic poodle. :) I liked it and think it is a cute addition.
I hope your holidays are wonderful, my friends! See you for a last post of 2016 next week. This is my 1601st post - just realized.
17 comments:
That's a beautiful church! Love the book trees too, what a clever idea someone had!
Maybe the wide angle lens makes the tree look like it's more crooked than it is? It is very beautiful with all the white trimmings and so is the church too.
Happy Christmas Lynn, I hope you have a wonderful time!
Thanks for the lovely photo gifts. Happy Season, pal
Thank you for showering us with beauty.
A very happy Christmas to you. And a wonderful year to follow.
A very Christmas to you, Lynn...I hope you have a wonderful time with your family and loved ones. Take good care. :)
Sending best wishes to you, Lynn, for a very joyous Christmas. 🎄I might have to claim the ruby red slipper as my given name is Dorothy 😏 But then again it looks lovely on your tree with the other red ornaments. Looking forward to seeing you online in the New Year. Thanks for your visits and comments on our posts this year.
Both the Chrismon and your Christmas tree are beautiful, Lynn! The ladies at my church want to begin making Chrismon ornaments. We may work that craft into our ladies' retreat this spring.
I've often found that when I least desire to work at church is when I'm blessed the most by the company of the people I'm laboring alongside of. Sounds like that's how your church decorating worked out : )
Merry Christmas, my friend!
Merry Christmas. I love the sanctuary at your church--beautiful. The plane is a nice addition!
1601! (((WOW!!))) You should be proud, Lynn!! That is a LOT of good things. That poor ceramic poodle was made by some lonely (older) lady who couldn't (even) have a real one...so she made one...to keep her company...
P.S. I reallly like (all) of the red...on your tree, Lynn.
lg
(Hugs!) Like the game that you play with your sister as well. That sounds immensely pleasurable!
I guess a lot of folks can appreciate a "left leaning" tree:-) Beautiful sharing and I like the custom you and you sis have of sharing threatening gifts. I believe I shall start this tradition with my sister. It will be a hoot. Hope no spines (book spines) were injured in the making of the book store display. Merry Christmas to you my dear friend Lynn.
I hope you have a Merry Christmas
Thanks for the festive pictures! I love the tree.
Funny Poodle joke! Pretty stuff there.
Merry Christmas!
Happy Christmas Lynn ... and so glad you had a happy time at the Church ... perhaps the tree needs another drink?! Peaceful and Blessed thoughts to you and yours ... cheers Hilary
Merry Christmas, Lynn!
A monster achievement indeed. Hope you had a very Merry Christmas.
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