Holidays In the Air

                                                         

Home sweet home. A sneak peek inside my house.   

I used tree trimmings from a Christmas tree, a few colourful Christmas balls...all gracefully placed in a silver plate that I already had for years.

A "golden key" for keeping evil spirits away, and opening your inner door.                                  

We are almost to Christmas. Ahh, the delights of Christmas...time for mistletoe kisses and togetherness, beautifully wrapped presents, twinkle lights, Santa gifts, kids' giggles, anticipation of the incredible excitement of Christmas morning!

I still have some gifts to wrap, menu to plan and cookies to bake.
I think I'm the only one that goes out on Xmas Eve to get the last minute stuff. I'm afraid I have way too much to do and not enough time.     

I've been slowly getting into the holiday spirit, but finally my Christmas decoration has been completed. My home already feels much cozier and warmer.
This fireplace suits the minimalist look and sits comfortably in a traditionally decorated room. I love my fireplace. It is personalized with my favourite Christmas ornaments and a few family photos that retain happy memories to me.

Ah, the fascination of fire! An open fire addresses a primitive psychological need, even a spiritual one, I'd rather say.
The word focus actually derives from the Latin word,  focus = fire.
And its contemporary sense conveys its fundamental importance.
Fireplaces always have been the centre of a home, and a spot of family gathering.

I am so hard-pressed that I need an excuse to just sit and do nothing.
Offensively called being lazy!
On cold, dark winter days sitting by a blazing fire has always been one of my favourite pleasures of life.

Just letting thoughts quietly rise to the surface- in an atmosphere that reflects tranquility and graceful simplicity- is thoroughly healing.
The warm glow of flames {a source of pleasure for me}burning brightly in a hearth is enough to make me want to curl up on my sofa and relax.
My slippers, a good book, a cup of coffee and cake can only enhance an afternoon by the fireplace.

Beautifully burning logs! But if you believe in witches then remember, not to burn elm as you may just conjure up some unwanted visitors!
All I wish for is my loved ones.

What is your special wish this Christmas, or your favourite present to receive? xx