It’s snowing! I opened my blog and found the wonderful WordPress surprise of falling snow. I like Christmas time, especially when it follows a mild fall. We got the tree up, and with modifications over a few days it looks beautiful.

The fake poinsettias are turning out to be a toddler-friendly choice for ornaments.When I started to put the tree up, our hanging light was in the way…or maybe it was just in the perfect spot to top the tree. No need to buy a star.  Now I just need to get all my presents under the tree. We are having a simple Christmas, unless you decide to count the house as a Christmas present. One afternoon on Amazon and $100 later, I finished most of my Christmas shopping–just one present a piece, and a big fun gift from Santa.