Saturday, December 21, 2013

JOY


JOY


is what I am feeling this Christmas.


DELIGHT in creating a welcoming home for my family.


HAPPINESS  because we are home for the holidays and I have time for creativity.


BLISS when I am finished setting a "Christmas" table each night.


ELATION that Lulu has recovered from her surgery.


GLEE that I have filled several tins with home baked Christmas goodies.


TRIUMPH because the house is decorated and I can relax and enjoy each day leading to Christmas.


EXHILARATION after walking Lulu to the park.


MERRY CHRISTMAS and may you have JOY each day. 

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Join me at these fun parties

It's Overflowing - All Things Christmas

Funky Junk Interiors - Party Junk

Too Much Time on My Hands - Get Schooled Saturday


Twigg Studios - Sunday Show Off Party
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43 comments:

  1. bobbieDecember 21, 2013 at 6:44 PM

    Hugs ~~~

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  2. Manuela@A Cultivated NestDecember 21, 2013 at 7:17 PM

    Super cute pillows!

    I hope you and your family have a lovely Christmas!

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  3. JunkchiccottageDecember 21, 2013 at 7:48 PM

    Hugs and Kisses Carol. So happy LuLu is doing great and I am so excited for you that you will have a old fashion Home Christmas this year. Enjoy and Merry Christmas to you and your beautiful family.
    Kris

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  4. Botanic BleuDecember 21, 2013 at 8:11 PM

    Love your Joy banner on the table, and love all the ways you expressed joy. How wonderful for you to be home this Christmas.

    Judith

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  5. KathyDecember 21, 2013 at 8:23 PM

    Oh Carol, Merry Christmas to you my friend!

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  6. cynthia lee designsDecember 21, 2013 at 8:28 PM

    Great post! Love the Joy banner. So glad the Lulu is doing good.
    Merry Christmas!!
    Cindy

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  7. Acorn to OakDecember 21, 2013 at 10:34 PM

    Your house is so festive, warm, welcoming and joyful! I love it! I love the new photo angle of the dining room looking toward the door. Such a cute house you have! I must have missed a post about Lulu's surgery. I'm glad she's recovering well. I love the picture of the park. Looks like a wonderful place to go to. Enjoy the rest of the weekend! :-D

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  8. Deb @ Frugal Little BungalowDecember 22, 2013 at 3:28 AM

    Who could not smile after reading your Happy Post ! Merry Christmas to you and yours! :)

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  9. The Quintessential MagpieDecember 22, 2013 at 4:55 AM

    Carol, I could feel your joy with each word! And I am happy for you. Your house is adorable, absolutely adorable, and I have enjoyed this journey with you. SO glad you can relax and enjoy. SO glad you pup is better. SO glad you have had the opportunity to decorate so beautifully for your family and this time to create for you AND them AND us.

    Love to you and a very Merry Christmas!

    XO,

    Sheila

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  10. podsoDecember 22, 2013 at 5:11 AM

    Your JOY banner is simply gorgeous! Your house looks like Christmas! Have a wonderful one!

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  11. SusieDecember 22, 2013 at 5:51 AM

    Merry Christmas to you and your loved ones. Wishing you a truly blessed Christmas. xoxo,Susie

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  12. ~Lavender Dreamer~December 22, 2013 at 6:00 AM

    Christmas crafts are the most fun to make! I love your pillows and the banner. Your house always looks so bright and cheery....just like you! Merry Christmas!

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  13. Kim @ Savvy Southern StyleDecember 22, 2013 at 6:15 AM

    It is all cute and festive and I love those pillows.

    Merry Christmas!

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  14. DianeDecember 22, 2013 at 6:24 AM

    This post made me smile the entire time that I was reading it. I always love your photos, but I truly enjoyed reading your words on this one! Have a joyful and merry Christmas!!!!

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  15. ANNEDecember 22, 2013 at 7:20 AM

    Merry Christmas Carol! I am thrilled that Lulu is better and that you are feeling joyful.

    All my very best wishes for 2014 xoxoxo

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  16. StaceyDecember 22, 2013 at 7:25 AM

    You too sweet friend. :)

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  17. Linda @ A La CarteDecember 22, 2013 at 7:45 AM

    Carol wishing you JOY! I love that word! Your home looks wonderful and I know you will enjoy being home for Christmas! Hugs to all of you!
    Linda

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  18. ScribblerDecember 22, 2013 at 8:06 AM

    I have really enjoyed all your colorful posts this year -- and especially these at Christmas. Have a Very Merry!

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  19. Patty AntleDecember 22, 2013 at 8:36 AM

    It's just beautiful and I can sense the serenity you have this year having the time to really enjoy each minute!

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  20. UnknownDecember 22, 2013 at 8:40 AM

    Dear Carol - I am so happy for you that you aren't stressing over the last minute Christmas "stuff" and are reveling in JOY. I can't say I am doing the same but I have so much to be thankful for. Your home looks so welcoming. Have a wonderful Christmas week with your family and blessings to you dear lady. Patti

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  21. Betsy@My Salvaged TreasuresDecember 22, 2013 at 9:05 AM

    Now it's time to sit back and enJOY it all! Your home looks amazing.
    Merry Christmas to you and your family.

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  22. SarahDecember 22, 2013 at 9:59 AM

    Beautiful post, Carol. Joy is one of my favorite words. Love the way you illustrated its meaning. '-)
    Your pillows are adorable! Did you make these?
    Merry ~ Merry!

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  23. must love junkDecember 22, 2013 at 11:40 AM

    Love this post! It's great to take time and count our blessings! Merry Christmas :)

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  24. Sunflowers With SmilesDecember 22, 2013 at 12:21 PM

    Lovely post. merry Christmas !

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  25. UnknownDecember 22, 2013 at 12:28 PM

    What a beautiful post...Merry Christmas!
    Cheryl

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  26. Shabby PassionDecember 22, 2013 at 3:48 PM

    I wanna come with you and Lulu to the park, I would love to learn to lay a Christmas table the way you do, I understand your joy and I'm happy for you!
    You made me smile, love reading you, always.
    ciao e Buon Natale
    Lisa

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  27. MelanieDecember 22, 2013 at 4:37 PM

    Glad you are experiencing joy this Christmas season - it shows in your beautiful home! Lulu had surgery? What did I miss?

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  28. Ricki TreleavenDecember 22, 2013 at 5:23 PM

    I love the little JOY bunting on your table. Too, too *cute* Carol!!! Merry Christmas, Sweet Friend!

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  29. My Garden DiariesDecember 22, 2013 at 7:28 PM

    Merry Christmas to you dear friend! SO glad LuLu is doing good! And your Joy table is fantastic! All of your photos are so happy and joyous! What an amazing setting you have created in your home! Pure magic! Many blessings...Nicole

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  30. greenthumbDecember 22, 2013 at 9:40 PM

    Wishing you a very happy Christmas .

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  31. DebbyDecember 22, 2013 at 10:35 PM

    I can feel the joy through your words. Have the best Christmas ever with your family and that sweet doggy. Your house looks so nice and cozy. Merry Christmas/

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  32. ReneeDecember 22, 2013 at 11:38 PM

    Great post.

    We need more JOY in the world :) Glad LuLu is okay

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  33. PoppyDecember 23, 2013 at 3:17 AM

    Carol, such pretty and festive touches everywhere, all of them bringing feelings of joy! Your pillows are sweet. The white shelving lined with dainty and delightful trinkets is, for me, solid charm! Now, sit down, and enjoy it all!

    Poppy

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  34. a breath of fresh airDecember 23, 2013 at 8:10 AM

    Hello Carol

    Haven't blogged for a while so sorry to hear Lulu had surgery hope all is well now.
    Love your photo's the most obvious is our weather, its dreich cloudy and snow covered mountains !
    Which will mean a white Christmas :-)

    Annie x

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  35. Sam I Am......December 23, 2013 at 8:14 AM

    Your house is delightful and I can tell it is filled with joy just by the happy decorating. I love everything you've done and your colors and happy accents are right up my alley. You've put a smile on my face and motivation in my heart! Merry Christmas and Happy New Year and I'm so happy Lulu is better. Joy to you!

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  36. SueDecember 23, 2013 at 9:18 AM

    You spread JOY everyday on your blog so I am glad you are enjoying Christmas so much. The candles tied up in a simple jar just AWED me. Love to Lulu.

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  37. fiona andersonDecember 23, 2013 at 11:18 AM

    The house looks gorgeous, I love the tea towel cushions and your little JOY banner, did you make it ?
    Have a wonderful Christmas at home with your family and Lulu x

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  38. Row homes and CobblestonesDecember 23, 2013 at 5:09 PM

    Thank you so much for your visit and your sweet welcome to me in Blogging. I enjoyed this post and wish you and your loved ones a very Merry Christmas.
    Vera

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  39. JeannaDecember 23, 2013 at 6:06 PM

    Thank you for sharing all of your wonderful holiday posts Carol. Your home is decorated so nicely and festive...I'm so happy that you have accomplished so much and enjoyed it! Now you can relax and take it all in...

    Merry Christmas my new friend!

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  40. 20 North OraDecember 23, 2013 at 8:16 PM

    Beautiful!!

    Merry Christmas to you and yours!!

    Judy

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  41. Magali@TheLittleWhiteHouseDecember 24, 2013 at 3:32 AM

    Lovely post, I'm glad Lulu is back to her full self! Joy is one of my favourite word for the season! Have a joyful Christmas!

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  42. Tuula @ Thrifty Rebel VintageDecember 24, 2013 at 8:46 AM

    A very Merry Christmas Carol! I'm so glad that Lulu is doing well. All the best to you and your family!

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  43. CarlaDecember 30, 2013 at 10:23 PM

    Awesome post. It brought me JOY
    Hope you continue to find that Joy in 2014

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