The halls are decked and the stockings hung. But as I stepped back to admire my work, I realized somewhere along the way I went a little Christmas tree crazy. As you'll soon see...
You'll notice two as you enter through the front door. As you walk into the family room you'll see our main tree or what I like to call our sentimental tree. This is our only real one (Aaron thankfully obliges my strong feelings on the subject... nothing like the smell) and it holds all of our keepsake and milestone ornaments like from places we travel or "baby's first christmas."
Baby girl was enjoying some tummy time while taking in the lights.
Next is the Air Force tree, including ornaments from each year at the Academy and each squadron/assignment. I do love a theme!
Then, my mini Meredith College Angel tree. My friend Whitney made this for me as a hostess gift for my Senior year Christmas party, as well as one for our traditional angel exchange. This weekend I'm hosting another party for the college gals. It will be so fun to see them and their families after being out of state for the past 5 years.
Kate made this cute-as-a-button tree for me. Isn't it adorable?!
Trees, trees, and more trees! When I set up my Alpine Village, it's the trees that really make it come to life.
I suppose this is really the tree that started it all. It's the one I had in my room all through my childhood. It's the only one with colored lights! I was using it in Will's room, but this year I reclaimed it for my bedroom.
The lemon tree stays in my kitchen year-round, but the ornaments add a touch of Christmas whimsy, don't ya think?!
Will got a new tree this year to match his room.
As did Meredith. They will get an ornament in their stocking each year to add to them. Thought that might be a fun tradition!
So maybe I am a little Christmas tree crazy, but all the glitz and glamour of the decorations contrast for me this...
How Christ entered the world. Quietly. Humbly. God could have come to earth in the biggest display of fanfare, riches, and majesty, but instead He chose a stable and shepherds, and to come as an innocent little baby. It also contrasts how He would go on to sacrifice himself for our sins by being crucified on a tree, saving us from eternal suffering and through his resurrection, give us eternity with Him in heaven. As I ponder that this Christmas, the twinkling tree lights sparkle that much brighter. How great our joy!
You'll notice two as you enter through the front door. As you walk into the family room you'll see our main tree or what I like to call our sentimental tree. This is our only real one (Aaron thankfully obliges my strong feelings on the subject... nothing like the smell) and it holds all of our keepsake and milestone ornaments like from places we travel or "baby's first christmas."
Baby girl was enjoying some tummy time while taking in the lights.
Next is the Air Force tree, including ornaments from each year at the Academy and each squadron/assignment. I do love a theme!
Then, my mini Meredith College Angel tree. My friend Whitney made this for me as a hostess gift for my Senior year Christmas party, as well as one for our traditional angel exchange. This weekend I'm hosting another party for the college gals. It will be so fun to see them and their families after being out of state for the past 5 years.
Kate made this cute-as-a-button tree for me. Isn't it adorable?!
Trees, trees, and more trees! When I set up my Alpine Village, it's the trees that really make it come to life. 
I suppose this is really the tree that started it all. It's the one I had in my room all through my childhood. It's the only one with colored lights! I was using it in Will's room, but this year I reclaimed it for my bedroom.
The lemon tree stays in my kitchen year-round, but the ornaments add a touch of Christmas whimsy, don't ya think?!
Will got a new tree this year to match his room.
As did Meredith. They will get an ornament in their stocking each year to add to them. Thought that might be a fun tradition!
So maybe I am a little Christmas tree crazy, but all the glitz and glamour of the decorations contrast for me this...
How Christ entered the world. Quietly. Humbly. God could have come to earth in the biggest display of fanfare, riches, and majesty, but instead He chose a stable and shepherds, and to come as an innocent little baby. It also contrasts how He would go on to sacrifice himself for our sins by being crucified on a tree, saving us from eternal suffering and through his resurrection, give us eternity with Him in heaven. As I ponder that this Christmas, the twinkling tree lights sparkle that much brighter. How great our joy!
4 comments:
J and I were just saying how we miss your house and all its decorations. It was fun to see it all! Love the trees.
We're heading in that direction too! Not enough room on our 8ft tree this year for all of our ornaments!:) Baby Girl Campbell might have her own tree next year;) Merry Christmas!
fun to see your Christmas decor and your house. :) love it.
Love these! I hope we can do a lot more decorating next year! It won't look as great as yours but I can try ;) At least the boxes won't be there!
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