Holiday House Moments

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{Garland decorating outdoor stairs}

{Garland decorating outdoor stairs}

It seems that the closer I get to my due date, the more nostalgic I get about the memories from my childhood. Every year around this time, my mom, dad and I would pull the decorations out of storage and go to town: we’d string up the lights, garland, tinsel and of course, decorate the tree. I’m happy to start creating those memories next year with my daughter. Until then, here are the holiday decorations we’ve put up around our home.

{Brass and pinecone mantel}

{Brass and pinecone mantel}

{Kumquat trees decorated with teensy ornaments}

{Kumquat trees decorated with teensy ornaments}

{Bathroom pine decor that looks and smells nice}

{Bathroom pine decor that looks and smells nice}

{A (faux) furry throw for chilly nights}

{A (faux) furry throw for chilly nights}

{Tree with shades of pink and white}

{Tree with shades of pink and white}

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