Where did the last two weeks go? I always think I'm ready for the holiday's but when they get close I panic. I realize I am in no way ready at all. Then I also think I can bust out all of this stuff in no time at all. So what do I do? I stand in my sewing room staring at everything for awhile, then turn around and go back upstairs. I realize I can't do it. But I still put that pressure on me. Every single year. Yes, I know it comes every year at the same time. Last year I remember even saying that I was starting in January making gifts. Which I think I did, but now I can't remember what I made or where I put what I made. There is another problem I have. MEMORY!! GONE!!
At least I had a very nice Thanksgiving. We went over to my little sisters house. Skinny one as I love to call her. And yes I admit, I'm very jealous of that fact. How does she eat chocolate, pastries and Starbucks every single day and stay that way? I'm on the same diet and it's not working out for me so well. And no, that's not food on my lip, I had a huge gigantic fever blister. lolol Probably from my healthy diet that I practice.
Once November hits, it's all about the eating for me. NO time to lose weight. I say gain and gain big!! That's my motto. Take for instance, this pumpkin pie. Our realtor that sold us out house 2 1/2 years ago, emailed and asked if we'd like to get a free pumpkin pie from a local bakery for Thanksgiving? Well............uhhhhhhh let me think for a split second. YESSSSSSS!!!!! And can I have some Cool Whip too? This was the best pumpkin pie ever. The crust sooo flaky and the pie, well it just melted in your mouth. Pure heaven!!! Did I say these are the best realtors? If your selling a house in St.Louis let me know. Bob and Jan would love to help you out. You too can have a pumpkin pie maybe next year. And maybe me too if you give them a call.
Turkey!! This bird was mm mmm good. My brother in law makes it every year and he says his secret is: BUTTER!! Lots of butter. I say bring it on and let's not waste time shall we? That had to be the best juiciest white meat ever. Am I making you hungry? See that's how it all starts for me too. I talk food, then I have to eat food. I watch the Food TV channel and I cook, I cook, then I eat. See where I'm going with this?
Ok I'll stop talking about eating. How about shopping? That's the second best thing I love to do. Went back to my favorite place and took some pictures before Thanksgiving. Oh wait!! These are my two handsome, wonderful boys!! I'm so happy I get to spend the holiday's with them now. It's sooooo nice. And guess what? Boo had an extra airline ticket and gave it to me for my trip to LA in January. Now I'll be for sure seeing Beth, Yvette and my BFF and going to Road to CA. YIPPEEEE. 5 glorious days!! Thank you Boo.
I seriously want that red chair. If I go down there next week and it's there it might be coming home with me. I LOVE IT. And that red cabinet. I spend so much money everytime I go in this place.
See that red pillow in the chair? Hunka went there and bought it for me as a surprise. I love those hooked pillows. It's mine now. All mine!! I have to say when I showed him the pillow and he saw the price tag he said, "HOW MUCH is that pillow?" MEN! They just don't get it do they? haaaaa I should have said it's PRICELESS.
My pillow. Cute isn't it? He bought it for my Anniversary gift along with a Nordstroms gift card which is the perfect gift I think. I think I'll be married another year now. :)
Here's a close up of my chair. And see the white snowman pillow? It's like the red one Hunka bought me. I love it too. Hint hint. Maybe while he's there he can load up that chair.
Wouldn't you love to have this bed?
This little tree came home with me.
Loved the santa paper garland.
Hope you enjoyed the tour for now. I have more I'll post next along with some of my Christmas decorating. I've started and have trees everywhere. Thanks for stopping by!!! And I hope you and your families had a great Thanksgiving.
Sharon what an amazing shop that is. And that chair is to die for, yes I think its a definite must to own. I have just been watching a christmas cooking programme on the television and they are saying how butter is the secret to a good turkey and boy they are smothering it in the stuff, definitely not weight watchers but what the heck, its to enjoy! Looking forward to seeing your house all decorated, it always looks so beautiful.
hugs Deb
Posted by: Deb | November 29, 2011 at 04:21 PM
What a great store!!
I will take one of everything.
I can't wait to see your house all decorated. I put a few things up in my house in the hood but only a few, it is too tiring to take it all done.
Posted by: Yvette | November 29, 2011 at 04:23 PM
Great store! Sounds like you have a wonderful Thanksgiving!
Posted by: Jen | November 29, 2011 at 05:57 PM
I'll take one of each of those red chairs. The pillow surprise was a thoughtful gift, you must be extra special. I love the little tree you found.
Posted by: wendy | November 29, 2011 at 07:29 PM
what a great shop I could spend a lot in there, love that red chair, but I really LOVE those pillows, I love snowmen so that snowman pillow should come live with me!
that santa garland is adorable
lucky you Boo is such a good son, giving you a ticket to go back to CA to see your friends!
Kathie
Posted by: kathie | November 30, 2011 at 02:22 AM
I think you should get that chair as a xmas gift to you!! Hunka can handle it!!
Those pillows are so cute, too....and that red cabinet, it should go to your house too!!
Glad you had your Happy Day w/your family!! Bet you love wearing those sweaters too, huh??
They look cute!
xoox
Posted by: blop | November 30, 2011 at 02:52 AM
That's a wonderful pillow! I'd say that makes a great anniversary present! Yes please I would love the bed! The believe tree is great! And that Santa paper garland is adorable! Wow what an amazing store! Glad you had a great Thanksgiving, we did too!
Posted by: Vickie | November 30, 2011 at 03:37 AM
Yipee -- I'm glad you had a great Thanksgiving! I have a skinny sister too and it's very annoying -- I feel your pain. Looks like you're getting all decked out for Christmas -- lots of work doing all that decorating!!!
Posted by: Thimbleanna | November 30, 2011 at 05:26 AM
Love you blogs!! Happy Anniversary! I am so glad that I don't live by that shop, it is just wonderful. No wonder it is so easy for you to find something to purchase there. Sure did enjoy all of your pictures. Happy Crunch time... oh lord!!! I feel your pain!!
Posted by: Leisa DenBeste | November 30, 2011 at 08:06 AM
Thoroughly enjoyed your post...I think the red chair has your name on it.....Happy Anniversary...Warm Regards, O'faigh
Posted by: lyn | November 30, 2011 at 01:46 PM
Congratulations on the pie, pillow and the anniversary and possibly the chair in the near future! I loved the tour. And I agree with you...dieting is not in my vocab for December! Cooking and taste testing are in my vocabulary! Hahaha...
Blessings,
Debbie
Posted by: Debbie | November 30, 2011 at 05:47 PM
You NEED that chair. Really you do!!! I can just see you sitting in it stitching away. Did you ask Santa for it or just Dennis? Maybe Santa Brian can purchase it for you. I NEED that snowman pillow. I am so glad I don't live close to that store.
Posted by: Nancy | December 01, 2011 at 08:50 AM
Hi Sharon. Loved this post. Sounds like you had a nice Thanksgiving, that pumpkin pie looks too yummy! Love the pillow Hunka gave you and that store, wow! You need to tell me where that store is...LOL That chair is awesome - maybe you can talk to Santa, plenty of time. :) Happy Anniversary our 35th is Monday. Where does time go?
Posted by: Sherry | December 03, 2011 at 06:08 PM