I posted last December about some of the ornaments I treasure, and look forward to unwrapping each year. (Does anyone else think unwrapping the ornaments to hang is like unwrapping a little pile of presents?)
As J and I were decorating our Christmas tree on Sunday, I realized there were lots I hadn’t shared with you. So here are a few:
This macaroni angel has been singing her carols on my tree for years. I think my mom bought her at a craft fair or something when I was little. Isn’t she adorable?
I went to Silver Dollar City in Branson, MO, when I was about 14, and watched a glassblower make wonderful creations like this little candle. I couldn’t resist bringing it (and a glass musical note) home with me.
I’ve made “gingerbread” ornaments twice in my life – once with my sister and our friend Karen, when I was about eight or nine, and once in college, with sweet Bethany. We have ornaments on our tree from both times (I actually can’t remember which batch this tree is from).
My sweet husband loves penguins, so there are a few peeking out from the branches of our tree, including this dapper little birdie. Doesn’t he look Dickensian?
Last December, Jana called in a panic one night, needing help wrapping ornaments for teacher/co-worker gifts. Amanda and I went over to help her, and each received a bell to take home.
Any ornaments that are close to your heart? I’d love to hear about them!
cakes, tea and dreams 
In my family, we collect ornaments and add one (preferably dated) every year that reflects something we did that year. It’s wonderful because when I moved out and got my first tree, I already had 20+ ornaments that meant something to me, from the ballet slippers ornament I got the year I took ballet lessons or the music note from when I started playing clarinet. I’ve also added some from various travels. I love that every ornament on my tree tells a story. This year, I’m looking for a runner ornament, since I started running this year.
Merry Christmas!
What a sweet surprise to see the little bell at the end of your post. I’m in a panic again this year—we’re doing hot chocolate mix. Too bad you’re so far away.
That glass candle is beautiful! I love glass ornaments. I have a tiny glass slipper from when I was younger; it’s still one of my favorites!
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