I know I'm a little early, but it's officially Christmas time at my house. Halloween is gone and I couldn't be happier because it means my favorite day is coming up! Since I've been away from home for so many years, there are very few times when I get to go back and see my family. Christmas is one of those times. Apart from all the festive decor and gifts, it really is just a great holiday to spend with the people that I don't get to see as often anymore. It's always a happy time for me and I can't wait to go home. Til then, I'm going to enjoy my little decorations that I put together last night. It's a great way to remind me to hang in there; the end of the semester and greatest time of year, are right around the corner :)
Also, I put together the simplest dessert ever to make: Strawberry Pound Cake!
All you need is one of those store bought mini round pound cakes (they can usually be found in the bakery section of the grocery store). Mix and mash up some strawberries in a bowl with sugar to drizzle over it, then top with whipped cream- I prefer Reddi Whip! TADA ! Masterpiece and so delicious!
oooh, so festive.
ReplyDeletei'm definitely getting some twinkly (is that the word?) lights this weekend.
and, painting my room beige.
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lol they're just regular clear string lights ... but yes ...they really make a world of difference !
DeleteOh this is sooo cute! I'm planning to decorate my apartment this weekend also! Glad I'm not the only one already in the Christmas spirit! Your little silver tree is adorable! The end of the semester is almost here...I feel you girl! lol
ReplyDeleteAs soon as November rolls around, I'm always ready for Christmas ... I definitely look forward to seeing some photos of your decorations :)
DeleteOkay, this means i can light my holiday scented candles tonight!
ReplyDeleteplease do! join me and the rest of the over eager christmas community :)
Deletemmm this must be delicious :P
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it definitely was :)
DeleteA+++mazzzing post! I love that Christmas is now on it's way too!!!! Love the lights babe! IT's never too early to celebrate life!
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thank you so much :) i will definitely check out your blog as well
DeleteI love your sparkly decorations Jennifer - well done! I need to get on it (and thank you for the reminder to put up my white lights xo)
ReplyDeleteThank you ! and white lights just complete the look... i'm excited to see the decorations that you come up with
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I can feel the Christmas vibe while looking at the strawberry pound cake above. Made me strave to death at this hour here in Philippines.
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hello, i will definitely check out your blog :) thanks for the comment
DeleteIt looks so cozy! We usually don't go into full Christmas mode until our food has digested Thanksgiving night, but this post is definitely getting into the spirit. (I also plan to do my Christmas shopping EARLY this year.)
ReplyDeleteI'm usually not in the christmas spirit until around December .. but this year, i'm just feeling it early :)
DeleteI love your pictures; your place looks so cozy and homey!
ReplyDeleteI found myself nodding as you spoke about the holidays and your family. I just recently relocated to DC and it's been 6, almost 7 months since I've seen my family. I get to go home for Thanksgiving, but not Christmas, so I totally feel you.
Hang in there, girl! You can do it.
It is hard being away from home, but it's just one of the many sacrifices we make for our education and careers. I'm glad you'll get to see your family soon. I'm sure it will be an exciting time :)
DeleteI'm excited for you & the moment you close your laptop on your last final exam. That feeling is amazing, the feeling of having absolutely NOTHING to do for the the first time in months - made even more enjoyable by the holidays. Good luck! You got it, girl!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much .. it's nerve-wracking because I am not ready for finals to come .... I still have so much more preparing to do. But I cannot wait to sit back and breathe and not feel like I'm wasting time not reading something :) It must be such a relief.
DeleteYour room is looking rather cosy! I'm jealous! I definitely felt the Christmas vibes just from looking at the photos!
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thanks you ! glad I'm getting people into the spirit !
DeleteHaha I love that you are in the spirit. My house is so blahhhh, no holiday decorations or anything. That strawberry pound cake looks GOOD!
ReplyDeleteLol it only took about 30 minutes to get into the spirit ! so you can do it, i have faith lol
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