Each of the kids have a tote with their own ornaments. Each year I give each one a special ornament, usually commemorating something special from that year. Sunday I helped each put up their ornaments one at a time. It was much easier, in our small space, than having all three putting things up at once, and was a special time to share with each as we remembered the ornaments.

They each have one in a silver frame. It's a picture of themselves on their very first Christmas with me. Special memories!

My favorite vintage decoration... passed down...

When I was wanting family stockings a few years ago, I was pretty specific on what I wanted. My mom suggested that she could knit them and so we created our own pattern and chose the wool. I LOVE our stockings!!! We have one extra still for our new little! :) While we don't have a fireplace, we make due!

My Grandma made this for me when I was very small... my kids LOVE him! :)

Still haven't filled up this section of wall, so hung the vintage sign for now...

These are the kids' ornaments for 2010. Nothing real meaningful, except that they remind me of cookies which we make every year together at Christmas!

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