Beatifically

 Ten years ago today, mom decided she'd rather celebrate Christmas in heaven.  While I can't begrudge her that, I still wish I could talk with her every once in a while.  

Today's image is from Christmas 1965, with mom all dolled up.  Mom and dad would spend the holidays at his mother's house.  

My 31 Days of Christmas Celebration continues.

Unbelievably

 This will be our first Christmas in our new home.  I can hardly believe it!   My 31 Days of Christmas Celebration continues.

Commemoratively

It's nice to be able to decorate for Christmas again.  And for me, the decorations wouldn't be complete without a nativity scene.  

This year is extra special.  Partly because we have a finished house and can decorate for Christmas, my favorite holiday, again.  In addition, not only do I get to set up the nativity set that belonged to my mom but now it is an expanded display because my husband's mom had the same set with extra pieces I could combine with what I already had.  I can commemorate the birth of Jesus and remember two special ladies in my life who celebrate Jesus' birthday in heaven now.

My 31 Days of Christmas Celebration continues.

Lightly

 Finished decorating the Christmas tree today.  I sure do love our renovated house.

My 31 Days of Christmas Celebration continues.

Gamy

 What did I do to deserve this?  ~Daisy  My 31 Days of Christmas Celebration continues.