Friday Favorites: 12/11/2020

We made it to Friday! Friends, I don't know about you but my week felt ROUGH.  It was a combo of one kiddo teething, several missed naps, and late night wake ups so I am ready for a little R&R this weekend.  I think I can handle a little Christmas fun sprinkled in but not too much! 

Like I do every Friday, I am linking up with Erika and Andrea for Friday Favorites! 

ONE: We were able to enjoy the beautiful weather this week and had fun outside with this little roll of coloring pages from Target. Best $3 dollars spent!  


TWO: I am loving mercury Christmas trees!

OR 

Pottery Barn?!?! 

No, Target! I first spotted them online and when I went to return that puny wreath from last week, I stumbled upon one in the store. It is gorgeous and makes my heart happy!   

THREE: Y’all, when I got home with that beautiful twinkling tree  I knew I needed more.  I quickly added a medium one and a green tree 😬 

The price was right and drive up made it easy.  Now, I have 3 in the kitchen but they are perfect in adding a little twinkle and magic.  

FOUR: This cute little reindeer from Wal-Mart came home with me.  It has a vintage feel which I love. 

FIVE: Who knew paper chains were popular for home decor? B is refusing to bring down our 10+ old garland and fake poinsettias from the attic. He keeps saying there are probably wasps in them. I don’t want to grab them either so I am just having fun decorating with crafts made by me and C. 

 I might try and grab a few things from Walmart but I want to buy things I love and not just to fill up space which is what I typically do. I’ll get to Hobby Lobby and Kirkland’s next year for more appropriate decorations.

SIX: Well, B may be refusing to get my decorations  from the attic but he did add Christmas lights on the boy’s playhouse outside.  Love, love, love how it turned out!!! 

SEVEN: This last one is just a PSA!  A tradition that I did even before kids was watching all the Charlie Brown holiday shows. I am a little irritated that ABC has changed things and is no longer showing them. Thankfully, PBS will be airing A Charlie Brown Christmas this Sunday. Don’t miss it and look at your TV guide for times. 


And, I must share what made me smile and laugh on FB this week! 


 Thanks for stopping by and reading. Have a wonderful weekend! 

**I just realized I had comments from some of you that I never even knew existed.  I am so sorry! ** 

-A-

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  1. Jaclyn Coffee, Pancakes & DreamsDecember 11, 2020 at 10:08 AM

    Thanks for the reminder about Charlie Brown---one of our holiday favorites.

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  2. Danielle @ A Sprinkle of JoyDecember 13, 2020 at 4:36 AM

    I love the homemade chain! I've also made garland by making pompoms out of yarn. The lights on the playhouse make me smile! Love it. :)

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    1. LIfe with ABCDDecember 15, 2020 at 2:30 PM

      Thank you for stopping by! I made another chain and love the idea of making pompom ones. I will have to see if I can do it.

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  3. Abby @ That’s Life For YaDecember 14, 2020 at 9:06 AM

    The mercury Christmas trees are beautiful! I would love one of those in my room!! The homemade decorations are just so sweet! Have the best day!!

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    1. LIfe with ABCDDecember 15, 2020 at 2:28 PM

      Thanks for stopping by, Abby! Yes to getting one in your room...it would add just enough sparkle and twinkle!

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