Puffer, Puffer Everywhere

I love the look of a puffer vest and there are so many to chose from this season.  They make a great gift too.  I love this red one above and I've rounded up my favorites below.

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And for the kids too:

Don't forget to shop these great sales:

• Nordstrom: My #1 place to shop for Christmas! 
• J Crew: Save 30% off full prices with the code MERRYMERRY.
• Tory Burch:  Shop the new markdowns.
• J Crew Factory: Save 40-60% off everything! 
• Gap Save up to 50% off your purchase.
• Madewell: Save 30% off holiday pics. 

Enjoy your 

Thursday and Happy Shopping!

Holiday Decor Inspiration

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I just love Christmas time!  Our elf Olivia has been busy keeping watch over the kids. They are definitely trying to be extra good now that she is watching their every move.  None of them want her to give Santa a bad report. :)  So with the extra help, I spent the weekend adding finishing touches to our home decorations for the holidays.   I just need some twinkly lights, soft glowing candlelight, and fresh balsam garland to make me holiday happy!  I also found a lot of inspiration on Pinterest.   I'd love to hear how you have been spending your days this December.

Shop some great items for your holiday home below:

BTW, I was at Trader Joe's the other day and they had fresh boxwood wreaths for $9.99 just like the one on the black door above.  What a steal-yippee!

Kicked Up Hot Chocolate

Happy Friday!  I'm thinking this weekend calls for a festive drink.  This adults only recipe is simple and perfect for an evening by the fire.  If you want the lo-cal version I love this recipe.  If you need a super fun holiday drink for the kids-this one is my fave.

Kicked Up Hot Chocolate

2 cups skim milk

1/4 cup of your favorite hot chocolate mix

1 oz. Godiva liqueur

garnish with whipped cream and chocolate syrup

I'm hoping to finish the Christmas decorations and get a bit of shopping done this weekend.

What are your plans?

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5 Things to Do In December

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1. Make Christmas Cookies With The Kids.

Check out the cookies we made last year here.

My recipe for sugar cookies is here.

2. Make Hot Chocolate and Watch Christmas Movies.

I love this skinny recipe.

We love watching Home Alone, Elf, and It's A Wonderful Life.

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3. Decorate the house so that it reminds me of a cozy winter cottage.

I love this pillow and this garland from Pottery Barn.

4. Dinner With The Family At The Walnut Room Downtown.

Our annual tradition is to go to dinner and sit by the tree and then visit Santa at Macy's.

5. Make this Roasted Red Pepper Soup 

and have many warm dinners with family and friends.

I love this time of year because it brings us together.  It's a time for sharing and giving and counting our blessings.  I'd love to hear some of your December must-dos in the comments section below.

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Winter Ski Trip

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We just booked our family Colorado ski trip and I'm so excited for our mountain vacay.  I love to get away and simply have a change of scenery.  This will be the first year that we will have all four kids on skis.  Yippee!!!  All of this winter trip planning is making me want to look at pictures of mountains and ski lodges and cute boots:)

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My preference for a getaway is always a warm beach but I do love a cozy winter ski trip with the fam.  I'm looking forward to the warm fires, crisp air, hot chocolate, and mountain views.  I love the gondola rides up the mountain and the brisk strolls through town.  The quaint main street shops always carry the best winter gear.  Bring on the fair isle and fur!  

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Fair Isle Socks  / Ugg Tote / Fair Isle Scarf /  Ski Goggles / Sorel Boots / Northface / Fair Isle Sweater / Hat

Do you have any upcoming trips planned?  

Ski or Surf?

Christmas Pajamas

It's our family tradition to have new pajamas on Christmas Eve.  Each year husby reads Twas The Night Before Christmas and the kids get to open one gift before bed which is always brand new Christmas pajamas. Today I'm sharing my favorites for husby and I.  I love to be festive this time of year and these pjs are just the cutest!  What are your favorite Christmas traditions?

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Check out some great jammies for the kiddos below:

Cyber Monday Sales and A Look I Love

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Happy Cyber Monday!  In my opinion you can never have too much plaid for a great casual look.  I think this is the perfect outfit for Christmas tree hunting.  I'm also loving all the Christmas mugs-check out these and these. They're so festive and I can use them year after year.   I've put together a list of great Cyber Monday Sales.  So don't forget to check out all the links below.  Enjoy the savings!

• Nordstrom: My #1 place to shop for Christmas! Save up to 40% off with  of savings!
• J Crew: Save 30% off full prices  40% off sale prices with code HOLIDAY.
• Tory Burch:  Shop and save up to 30% off with code LUCKY.
• Williams Sonoma: Save 20% off tabletop. 
• Banana Republic: 40% off everything.
• J Crew Factory: Save 50% off everything! Use code THANKS!
• Gap Save 40% off your purchase with the code CYBER. 
• Madewell: Save 25% off your entire purchase with code GIFTON. 
• Piperlime: Save 25% off sitewide with code IHEARTNYC.
• Kate Spade: Save 30% of everything with code CYBER30.

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