Happy Saturday after Christmas!!
I hope that everyone had a wonderful Christmas!
We have been taking it a little slow over here and regrouping after a busy couple of days.
My boys and their girlfriends have been up this way for a visit and aside from
running the dishwasher 3 times a day 😉 we have all been fairly lazy
and enjoying eating leftovers, watching movies and spending time together.
I have also been working on a few projects and am busy jotting down ideas for next years posts
setting goals and dreaming about possibilities in 2015.
This week though, it’s all about Christmas and a few random things from the past week
1. Christmas
My big kids {and my boys girlfriends } and one of my brothers and sister
and Sebastian on the floor ready to eat Santa.
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Christmas was fun and super busy this year. We went to my moms house for a get together and played with my twin nieces and enjoyed a casual lunch. We also had fun laughing and goofing off when instead of our usual Karaoke- we played Heads Up which is super fun game that you download onto your phone or iPad. Basically, get a few friends and family together and try it. So much fun.
Act it Out is probably my favorite- absolutely hilarious.
My mom has been on Pinterest.
It’s not that exciting I suppose, but I have the type of parents that don’t read my blog all the time because, well that would require going on the internet. 😉
My mom is more of an instagram type of girl but using Pinterest? Well that is pretty huge.
Even better- she might be addicted now and even made a delicious crafty treat for Christmas inspired by it.
courtesy of Bakepedia |
I should have taken a photo of the actual dessert as it was so cute but I was too busy enjoying it 🙂
So just sharing a recipe (courtesy of Bakepedia) if you would like to try it.
3. New Year, New Look, New Moi
I mentioned earlier this week that there are some changes going on behind the scenes over here-but I wanted to mention it here as well just in case anyone is noticing crazy stuff.
A new look, new ideas, new topics and changes in the overall.
One of these days my blog might look a little different when you come by.
It’s a slow process as I change my mind often 😉
but just a heads up so that if things are looking a little wonky for a bit and
not running as smoothly as usual- you’ll know why.
4. New Years Eve
Can you believe that it is almost 2015?
Seriously. 2015.
I honestly feel like we just celebrated the arrival of 2014
so I am kind of wondering where the year went.
It’s that time of year for reflecting on the year and making goals for the coming year.
It also might involve a get together to ring in the New Year.
Do you host a NYE party?
I like to do something that is easy to put together but has the wow factor.
Something with a little glitz, a little glam and a whole lot of sparkle.
Will share a look back at a few ideas from last year and what I am thinking this year
coming up this week.
5. After Christmas sales
Are you all shopped out?
Me too, but I have a hard time resisting some major sales on some amazing things.
So I am shopping a few favorites for After Christmas bargains and stocking up on things like new sheets and towels for the new year. So thought I would share a few that I am shopping.
JCPenney has a fantastic sale going on- and with an extra amount off- and they have a white sale going on. I am a little bit in love with fluffy white towels for sure.
Macy’s has some amazing deals- and an extra amount off clearance. Talking my lingo there.
Loving these boots– AND the price.
Target has an awesome sale and clearance going on. I might be stocking up on some holiday stuff for next year- oh and indulging in a few more sets of that gold flatware I am in love with.
Coming your way this week-
New Years Eve inspirations
Top 10 posts of 2014
Getting a little personal
and so much more
Happy Random Saturday everyone!
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Unknown says
You are so talented and I love you style and your blog! Thank you for being such an inspiration!
Blessings for 2015! ~ Nina/ Farmhouse Junk
Blondie's Journal says
I'm so glad you had a lovely Christmas! I'm looking forward to the sales as well. And of course, your blog changes. Exciting!
Jane x
Sarah says
Glad to know you are enjoying family time. It's always a treat to visit French Country Cottage, Courtney. Looking forward to following along in 2015.
Prairie Charm says
Can`t wait to see your ideas for 2015… You inspired me so much in 2014! Thank you, Alexandra
Kathy says
Hello Courtney,
We've done the very same thing at our house. A little different – both my son and my son-in-law are Sheriff's Deputies and they had to work – we had an early Christmas lunch so that my son could be there. Dearest bought me some girly loungie pants – I suppose he was tired of me borrowing his – so it was fun taking it easy, enjoying the time together – with some good movies. I'm looking at some changes too and wondering about new areas to discuss on the blog – personal as well. I'm pretty excited about 2015 – I hope you have a blessed new year and I'm looking forward to seeing your changes.
Blessings,
Kathy
Summers Cottage says
Looking forward to your 2015 creativity. When I click on the link for your gold flatware, I get the boots linked to Macy's. Can you offer a different link? Thank You!
Courtney says
Thank you! Sorry about the boots! The link is fixed now! 🙂
A New England Life says
All I know is that I love looking at your images, Courtney! With a family at home I have no idea how you find the time to take them all, but I'm so glad you do : )