I love Christmas!

Christmas if my favorite time of year! I was begging Britt to let me put up Christmas decorations way before Thanksgiving even though I knew better. That was not allowed, so the weekend after Turkey day, we went to work. First, the tree went up. It seemed bare to me (if you saw my mother's tree, you would understand why this seems sparse) so we made some popcorn/cranberry garland!
(i do not have the "after" picture of the tree with garland on it like i thought i did. This is the trouble with having two cameras. You never know what pic is on what camera!)
He is a very talented garland maker
Then, we went outside! We thought long and hard on what lights we wanted. We sprung for the LED lights in order to save electricity, not burn the house down, and of course, live up to the eco-friendly status we have given ourselves. :)
Britt braved the steep roof to get those lights looking good! I must say, they are perfectly spaced and look so nice!

Oh, we had our one year wedding anniversary on Monday! The work day was horrible, but Britt made me feel better with my new beautiful earrings and flowers he got me! We just stayed in, made dinner and had a bottle of wine while watching Love Actually. I love being a Duke!

We are going to spend Christmas with Britt's family this year. My first time not to be in Abilene on Christmas. Kind of crazy, but I am excited for the new traditions and seeing everyone!

Happy Holly Days!
(so cheesy, I know!)