Monday, December 22, 2008

Some Nostalgic Decor

My mom made this for us years ago. It always helps us count down the days until Christmas. Santa's list has many of our family's names on it, but it was made before a certain five-year-old was born. The names at the end are a little smeared, so we pretend that is where it says "Basia" when she asks.

My mom made these snowmen when I was still a kid. She was discarding them, so I saved them. Their heads are a little floppy these days, but I still love them because they were part of our childhood decorations.


Jon and I painted a town when we were first married. We had a lot of fun and spent lots of hours on the buildings and accessories. They are not the prettiest buildings, but they remind me of those first Christmases we had before we were parents.

1 comment:

Maryanne Daves said...

I can't even remember how long ago it was when I made the snowmen. I wish I made crafts each year still, but I don't seem to find the time. It is nice to see the crafts again. You both painted me an ornament also.

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