Chock Full of Christmas Goodness!!

Stores here are full to the brim with Christmas decor....and one of my favourites is no exception!  I actually prefer this local store over Home Sense and Winners.  They are constantly bringing in new decor pieces, bedding, furniture....and respond to their customer's requests & ideas...

I popped in recently....please join me as I browse around....how fun are these wooden, spiral trees....

This gnome with faux greenery....is just adorable...

Had to chuckle when I saw this apron...hmmm....might work for Mr. Seventies at the bar-b-que.....

This fireplace & mantle are lovely....crushing on the garland...white feather trees &  those stockings!!

Now this tree has got my mind swirling with possible ideas...we have our tree up....but other than the lights...it's nekkid of any ornaments!   Which was my original plan...I might be rethinking that after seeing this amazing tree done up.....I love the rustic look!   It's a bit over decorated....but I've picked out a few ornament ideas....luvin' those small gold bells...hmmmm....

How adorable are these gingerbread gals?  And a couple of frosty snowmen....

A beautiful Santa picture....I love how it would look over a mantle...with our new smart tv....I can switch wallpapers & have different backgrounds daily!  

I'm a train lover from way back....having grown up in a small village where my Dad was a train engineer!  I spent a great deal of time at our train station...and lived close enough to kick your suitcase from it to my childhood home!!  

I was very tempted to pick up this adorable cushion....but resisted....I don't need another cushion!  But oh...it was hard to leave it behind....

Are you all decorated for the holidays?  Homes here are showing off their beautiful exterior lights & decor...even with the ten days of rain & winds we have sustained!   November is such a dreary, wet month here....but it beats having snow!!

Mr. Seventies has not strung lights on our Yew tree beside the house....he needs to contact an electrician to repair the outside outlet.  Remember a few weeks ago...he was detailing the SUV....and blew the motors in two vacuums?  We suspect it's an issue with the outlet...so until it is checked out...the lights are put on hold...

I'm obsessed with my beautiful tart warmer...(yes...I may have a problem)....but...oh..it's so pretty....the roof part on the right lifts off...and there is a holder for the tarts there...

I did have to set out my reindeer mugs....they are too adorable not to display....

This photo popped up...taken on this day in November 2017....not sure why I was doing my best Vanna White pose...but it's one of the few "before" photos I came across....(we had just finished putting the planter & wreath together with branches & holly from our property)....me all smiles weighing around 218-220 pounds...

And currently...sans make-up.....(my face is red from IPL treatments)..... 60+ pounds off & counting....I don't weigh myself only at medical appointments.....or 3-4 months go by & I'm curious.  The important things I focus on are the positive outcomes of getting the weight off...it's better for my heart...keeps my blood sugars in check...and reduces stress on my arthritic joints.  Win-win-win!  This jacket I purchased last month...already roomy.....but comfortable & warm.  I may pick up another perhaps during the after Christmas sales...

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Wishing everyone an amazing day...thanks for spending a bit of time with me....

Til next time....

Why, Yes I Did!!

It's very windy on our beautiful Island today...and they've been throwing the "F" word around quite a bit....(flurries)....so there is that......

Liesel was none too pleased being forced to go out....not a fan of winds!  They are blowing northerly so it is cold out as well....

The other day I posted a photo showing the Kate Spade Toy Shop bag available for this holiday season...(I suspect it's a limited edition maybe)....

While I do love it...the Nutcracker crossbody has stolen my heart!!  It is currently on it's way to me!!  *swoon*......

I might be obsessed....I may order the Toy Shop bag as well....the pink Nutcracker has stolen my heart!    Cannot wait for it to arrive!!  I'm checking to see if a keychain is available as well....

When I wasn't fawning over handbags....I placed the garland across the mantle...about all the decorating I'm doing this year.   The adorable snowman was gifted from my nephew & wife....I absolutely love it!!

Our neighbours have their Christmas tree up....looking forward to seeing it.  Since the plan is very minimal for ours....it may go up in the coming days as well...

The days are dark here...especially with the recent time change....I fully understand the need for pretty lights and colours....no judgement from me whatsoever....very enjoyable to see...

I set out my Christmas gnome tart warmer...he's pretty special...brightens up the kitchen on these dark evenings....and with my assortment of wax melts....the house smells amazing...

I am excited our dog sitter is available to stay with Liesel while we visit my nephew in Nova Scotia in the coming weeks!  They start decorating their home (inside & out) this weekend....it takes 4-5 days to complete!  Cannot wait to visit with them again.....and check out an amazing decor/antique shop nearby.  

We just recently spent a wonderful weekend with them visiting us....he is very special to me.   My sister (his Mom) passed in 2016 since then he & his wife have moved to Nova Scotia  (after spending twenty years living & working in Ontario).....not quite three hours from us.  It's awesome to have them close-by.  We had planned to visit during the summer....but my heart attack derailed that.  Now we are making up for lost time....

How is your holiday shopping going?  We are mostly finished....just need to pick up additional gift bags & wrapping paper....still have a few last minute things to pick up...

Mr. Seventies has been battling a terrible cold..... losing his voice for a day or so ...... daughter is dealing with it as well!    It is that time of year....

I hope everyone is staying healthy!  We plan to curl up inside today......thankful we haven't lost power (yet) with these high winds!  Always a possibility....

So glad you stopped & spent a bit of your day with me!  

Til next time....

Christmas Shop Browsing

Happy Monday!!  We spent a wonderful weekend with my nephew & wife visiting from Nova Scotia!  Daughter & family joined us for Mr. Seventie's birthday meal...... complete with scrumptous cupcakes!!  

My nephew's wife & I took in a huge craft fair at a local high school in Summerside....I wasn't able to get photos (so as not to invade anyone's privacy)....those attending or the sellers at their booths.  I was very happy to purchase the warmest mittens I've ever had!!  And...of course it is that time of year...brought out  my Kate Spade gingerbread house bag!!

There is a new Kate Spade bag out this year....I am so tempted!!  How adorable is this beautiful toy shop bag?  Strongly considering....

We had a mixed bag of weather over the weekend....very high winds & showers of hail from time to time!  Then the sun would come out....strange weather it was...

We took in a beautiful open house at Kool Breeze greenhouse...where everything Christmas had exploded.....a lovely nativity scene.....

This goofy guy won my heart...

This pretty wreath and others in various colours were selling fast...

I'm a bit obsessed with all things gingerbread!  How cute are these guys!!

If I didn't already have a couple of Christmas garden flags in my stash....I would have purchased this one...

A cosy little corner....all decked out for the holidays....and a few more gingerbread peeps!!

I adore these carollers...they were sold separate....but very tempting....

We continued on our way stopping in Kensington at the gift shop there...and enjoyed a delicious lunch at Willow Bakery & Cafe...I'll share some beautiful items from the gift shop in another post....

I had purchased a crock last week while visiting the gift shop.....I love how it fits right in on top of my cabinet...

Yesterday we ventured to Inspired Living....where my sweet nephew's wife purchased some amazing Christmas decor for their beautiful home!  She is a huge lover of the holidays....it usually takes her about four days to completely decorate their home!

And....we are going to visit them next month!  Our dog sitter for Liesel is available to stay with her...and we get to spend more time with them & their two Frenchie fur-kids....Dozer & Harley!  I am so excited to spend more time with them!

Mr. Seventies is currently battling a terrible cold!  He was a trooper all weekend...he seldom gets colds....but when he does....they are usually pretty intense!  Fingers crossed I don't come down with it...

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As always, thank you for hanging out with me today...I so appreciate you spending a bit of your time with me.  Until next time....

Christmas Has Exploded!!!

I enjoyed a lovely day spent with my friend checking out some wonderful Christmas decor sales at a couple of shops in Summerside...and a delicious lunch at the Starlight Diner....(a retro 50's diner).....

First stop did not disappoint...some beautiful pieces to enjoy....

I really wanted to purchase one of the gorgeous Christmas framed pieces....but I have no where to actually hang one!  Don't think I didn't wrack my brain...*sigh*........

This gorgeous leather sofa...*thud* - so soft & supple!  Everything was priced 25% off!!

 I did pick up a couple of little cartons of cider spices....we mix in with hot apple juice...yummy!

Is this piece not perfect for a small entry?  Our entries are even too small to have one of these....but if there was room....this piece would be perfect...and I would have it.....

Christmas trees beautifully decorated...in various colour schemes....this one done is a woodland theme...

This wreath was stunning....and huge....and I found the prices were reasonable...with an additional 25% off....

These little sheep were adorable!!  It was hard not to bring a few home...

I'm obsessed with these leather trees!!

My only purchase was the cider mixes....my bestie picked up a Christmas print for her dining room.  We decided to check out a furniture/decor store close by....Maude Home.  I found this wonderful book...a compilation of stories & photos detailing the loss and devastation when Hurricane Fiona unleashed her fury upon us....

I think Mr. Seventies will enjoy looking back....at the aftermath of the storm...will gift him the book.  Proceeds from sales of the book are being donated to the Island Nature Trust here in PEI.....

I won't overload you with too many photos....we spent a great deal of time roaming around Kool Breeze...a greenhouse during the summer....but is currently a Christmas wonderland!  It was overwhelming the amount of Christmas decor, trees, ribbons & just about every thing you could think of Christmas...I'll save those photos for another day.

We stopped off in Kensington on our way home & visited a little gift shop that was packed....and I mean packed to the roof with decor....we could hardly get around the shop!  I did purchase this crock...it was too awesome not to. It's currently sitting on the top of my cabinet...

And a can of this amazing room spray...Maple Pumpkin Donut fragrance....if you've been reading awhile you know I am all about scents & fragrances......

This shop is located in a small, previously used train station.  Next door, still in the station...is Willow Bakery....where I picked up a half dozen cream cheese covered cinnamon buns!   

My nephew & his wife are arriving tomorrow from Nova Scotia....we are so looking forward to a wonderful weekend with them!  

Mr. Seventies birthday meal & celebration is happening tomorrow evening...we have grand daughter with us for the afternoon...her parents will be join in the celebration for dinner....and some amazing cupcakes are on order from Fat Cat Bakery.....(a local bake shop)....

Wishing you all a wonderful weekend!  It's a long weekend ....Monday is Remembrance Day.  A day set aside to honour our veterans for their dedication & sacrifice.

Lest We Forget

Finally - Wax Tarts Are Back In Stock!!!

 And  a brand new month!!!

Imagine my surprise when Wal Mart restocked their Scentsationals wax melts!  It has been months (and months) since new scents have been available!  I checked two stores when we were in Nova Scotia....and they had nothing along the scent line I was wanting!

Not only have they brought in melts....but new to me scents as well!  You just know I stocked up...lest we have another wax melt drought!

I thought it was time to organize them....I brought them out of the cupboard and realized I have quite the stash....

Since it was still Hallowe'en I was still using  my fall warmers....until we spent nearly two hours packing away the fall & Hallowe'en decor.  Currently I'm using this coffee grinder warmer...I think I may have gotten it from Postmark.....as it has been discontinued....but one of my favourites.  The top lifts off & that is where the melts sit....it's plugged in currently on my kitchen counter....

Our portraits have arrived & so far we have one hung....after shopping for frames.  I don't think I shared the black & whites...I didn't order enlargements for these....but love them all the same....

I wasn't aware this photo was being captured...we were talking & joking...with my hands over his (a real awww moment)....again not a photo for enlargement...but did get smaller prints done.  And our girls requested prints for them as well....

And....it's football season!  For 45 years I have been surrounded by it....our son-in-law is another huge football fan....and even referees local games!  One evening we were sitting around....and as usual the topic got around to football...players...games....scores....and so on!  Daughter & I were spellbound (not)....can you tell?  I was praying there wouldn't be a quiz afterwards!!

This week is one full of appointments....after lunch today at the hospital for a stress test and this morning with a nurse at the diabetic clinic.  The only day I have no obligations....my friend & I are heading to Summerside to take in a number of pre-Christmas home decor sales!  I hope to take you along!

The craft fairs have begun....this weekend my beloved nephew & wife plan to visit....she & I will do some serious retail therapy & take in a few of them....

Do you have your Christmas tree up?  Driving by a couple of homes, I have seen 2 or 3 up & fully decorated!  I don't blame people...it's a dreary & dark time of year!  And don't get me started on this ridiculous time change!!!   It takes me a good week to get my body convinced I have another hour to sleep!!  

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Thanks so much for spending a bit of your time with me!  Til next time....