Decking Our Halls

"We're decking our halls!" Jared told me yesterday. We've been working very hard since last Friday, bringing up boxes from the basement and unpacking them one at a time. The kids are anxious to peek inside each of our Christmas boxes.

They were so careful with the ornaments this year. What a difference a year makes!

Time to hang the star!

Phil is lifting Lily up to our Advent garland to find out what tonight's Christmas activity will be. I have daily Christmas activities planned for the month of December. They're written down on slips of paper and tucked inside little stockings, mittens and hats. If you're interested in any of these ideas, you can visit my crafty, "kitchen-y" blog, Vintage Mommy.

Here's one of my favorite spots in the house. Phil did such a great job on our chalkboard and red counter. They look great all lit up with Christmas lights!