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| The scent of Thymes 'Frasier Fir' candles are always swirling around our house this time of year. |
My mom has been hosting Christmas eve for family and friends for over 25 years. It's a fun, food-filled evening that everyone seems to really look forward to. As for my own traditions, Andrew and I collect ornaments for our tree. Each year we unpack them again and recall when and where we acquired each special one.
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| Some Tiffany crystal ornaments add extra sparkle to our tree. The snowflake was purchased on our recent trip to NYC. |
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| I've had a growing collection of these Wedgwood Jasperware ornaments since I was a teenager. I just love the matte finish and creamy blue color. |
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| Copernicus, a beloved rat friend from my childhood, always makes it into the tree to observe Christmas. |
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| Any bird-type ornament is always a favorite with Andrew who is an avid bird enthusiast. This duck is from our stay in Lunenburg, Nova Scotia. |
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| We're trying to incorporate some Victorian recipes into our Christmas. This book by Anna Selby is a wonderful look into the social history of Victorians at this time of year. |
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| The perfect day for decorating! |
