Oh Christmas Tree

Thoughts and Things: My little collection of antique bottle brush christmas trees remind me of the times my family would venture out on a cold December night to the local christmas tree lot to find the perfect tree for our family.

Christmas Memories

Thoughts and Things: I remember the year I got my Barbie and Ken for christmas. I wanted the platinum blonde barbie with light blue eye shadow and frosted white lipstick more than anything. To get Ken too, well, it was the best christmas ever!

My mom made the red dress she is wearing.

The two lay side by side in my night stand all year. At christmas time I like to get them out to add to my decorations. They bring back such good memories.

Barbies hair has discolored, her neck is starting to split, and her dress is a little dusty. (sounds a little like her owner). Ken has aged nicely (typical man).

Thoughts: I'd like to have a pair of long johns like Santa, to keep me warm on a long winters night.

Things: These little Santa long johns are made out of wool felt. A little slit under the backside flap makes a perfect place to stuff with some delicious christmas candy.

THE STAR

Thoughts: A star shines brightly on the mountain side every night through the christmas season in our little K-town.

Last night I laid in my bed, tired from a day full of watching my grandchildren, sewing final touches on gifts and a christmas concert with good friends. I looked out my window and noticed that star glowing in the darkness of night. A perfect way to end a good day. Falling asleep with the thoughts of the baby Jesus and the reason for this Christmas season.

Things: My mini nativity set is my favorite christmas decoration. Displayed under glass, with a BIG invisible sign that says to the 6 sets of little curious fingers, " DON'T TOUCH"

Dear Santa, Define naughty.