Flashback Red And White

This was a little something different a couple years ago. It was pretty and certainly was easy to decorate. However, for me, it felt a little bit commercial. But it really looked nice with the color scheme of the room. The stripe behind the tree that divides the dining room and living room is painted red.

And, there are painted red stripes at the fireplace surround. So, in a way the tree looked quite stunning. I did a lot more decorating after the tree was finished.

When I bought my house the fireplace brick was the raw red brick that was used extensively in the 1970's. When I was able to get the new propane stove/fireplace I painted the brick using a three step process that gave a nice faux shading.

I still haven't decided on this years tree. Maybe, the white tree with different decorations?

And, this was the top decoration for one of my other trees in the past. It has a  lovely Lladro Porcelain angel holding a music scroll. Very delicate!

I really enjoy decorating for the holidays. I guess you can tell.

Unfortunately, my doggy, Lily did not have a very good day. Hopefully, tomorrow will be better.

The highlight of my day was having a nice long telephone conversation with my granddaughter. I may be going to their home for Christmas. If not then, for sure in the near future. At this time, my Lily is my top priority. Given her medical condition, it would not be smart to take her on a trip! My heart breaks a little more each day as Lily gets closer and closer "To The Rainbow".

(2012)

Prayers for the community of the Southern California tragedy.

Mary