Motivation Monday – Christmas This Year

Hey, everyone…six days to go,whoa! Well, today is the last Monday before Christmas. Originally, I stated I would play Christmas songs every Monday through today…but don’t fret, it’s still the Christmas season, so anything is possible. 😉

In the meantime, let’s just relish in the beauty & wonder of the present, by remembering the reason for the season….Enjoy 😊

Fun Friday – Guess Who?

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Happy Friday! We’ve made it through another week, ONE more weekend to go! 🙂 Hey, want to do something fun? How much do you know about Christmas classics? Are you the ultimate Christmas buff? Well, let’s test & see if you know all the answers & find out!

No peeking! 😉

 

1) Who wrote, “How The Grinch Stole Christmas”? (Answer #16)

2) How many points does a snowflake have?  (Answer #19 )

3) What color are the berries of the mistletoe plant?  (Answer #9)

4) What 3 gifts did the wise men bring to baby Jesus?  (Answer #11)

5) Name the 8 reindeer from the story, “Twas the Night Before Christmas” (Answer #6)

6) In the classic movie, “It’s A wonderful Life”, What was the name of George Bailey’s guardian angel? (Answer #10)

7) In the song, “Twelve Days of Christmas”, On the 9th day of Christmas, “My true love gave to me”… What? (Answer #5)

Well, How did you do?  Did you get them all right?  (Leave your comments!)

I have ONE more question…Do you know the True meaning of Christmas? Well here’s a cute video that explains it perfectly.  Enjoy! 😊

I hope you enjoyed that …& do have a great weekend 🙂  Oh, & if you haven’t already, hopefully you’re able to finish up your remaining Christmas to-do’s…Until next time, “Toodles!”😊

Wishful Wednesday – Love

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You know, he has a point.  It’s unfortunate that many of us don’t really experience or witness acts of kindness & compassion like we do around the Christmas season.

So, my wish for you today is…..LOVE

Not only during the Christmas season…but all year through 😊 ❤ ❤

I think this song, “Don’t Save It All For Christmas Day”…sums it up nicely.  Enjoy ❤

WAckY WeDnesDaY – Silly Pics

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(LOL…) Ha! Ha!  This is TOO funny! 😂  Some of you, know what I’m talkin’ about!! 😀

Has anyone been told this growing up? Leave a comment!😀

This week you get an extra treat, per I couldn’t just leave you with just one pic…Tis the season right? 🙂 Now, how many of you are taking off work with the kids by the end of the week or perhaps by next week?  Ok, be sure to walk off the job like a boss! 😀

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How do YOU plan on spending your Christmas vacay?  Are you taking off?  Don’t forget to leave your comments! 😀

Fun Friday – Super Festive Christmas Decor Ideas

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Hey!  It’s the end of another week, I hope you’ve had a great one. 🙂  Well, Christmas is only a couple of weeks away, & if you haven’t been able to decorate yet, it’s time to get to it! Ok, no need to panic, I have some great tips to help you out. 😉

 

Outdoor Porch Decor

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Lets start with the porch. This is a simple, symmetrical way to fest up your porch & a beautiful way to welcome guests.  A Christmas tree on either side of the front door with a wreath in the center.

 

Giant-Sized Ornaments 

If you want to be a little more creative, you can put giant ornaments inside of urn planters. Line with greenery & use the ornaments as toppers!

 

Mailbox Decor

Whoa, if you want to be SUPER Creative, this is it!  It’s a lot simpler than it looks 🙂  A great way to make your mailbox standout from the crowd & increase your home’s curb appeal. Giant candy canes made of plywood and burlap and lollipops made of PVC & bouncy balls. Or, you can just decorate the mailbox solely, w/out the extras 🙂

 

Outdoor Lighting

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Another way to spruce up your outdoor space is to light up your bushes/trees & also around the exterior of your home. You can go all out, or just keep it simple.

 

Indoor Decor

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When decorating the inside of your home, try to match your Christmas decor with colors already in your home.  This way it will blend with what you already have & really make it pop!

Well, I hope you’ve enjoyed the tips 🙂

So, how do YOU decorate for the holidays?  Inside & outside? Just the inside? Let me know in the comments!

Enjoy your weekend…the countdown continues! Until next time, “Toodles!” 😊

Wishful Wednesday – Joy

Joy does not simply happen to us. We have to choose joy & keep choosing it everyday.” – Henry J.M. Nouwen

 

Tis the season to be….jolly?  It’s been a crazy year hasn’t it?  Well, if you’re in America it has been anyway 🙂  In spite of what’s going on outwardly, or in our own lives, although it may be difficult, we have to make the decision to keep cheer in our hearts .

So, my wish for you today is….Joy

May this day & season truly be merry & bright! 😊