It’s definitely December! The calendar is crazy and the fact that I’m on my 6th day of dry shampoo is the not so fun evidence. Are you hanging in there this month? Every morning/afternoon/evening this week has been so jam packed with holiday events and to-do’s. So much fun but I can always tell when I have too much going on because my brain starts to get fuzzy. I’ll walk into a room to get something and forget what I was going to get. My kids will say something to me and I’m looking at them and nodding but I have no clue what I’m nodding about. Plus I talk to myself. A lot. I do that on a regular basis anyway, but I tend to do it more often and louder when I’m in overwhelm mode. Please tell me you can relate to this! Am I the only one who’s already hitting slight burn out before we’re even half way through the month!?
I need some peanut butter and chocolate chips.
And a shower that’s longer than 3 minutes so I can wash my hair. My car is filthy. Maybe I’ll just run us both through the car wash tomorrow.
It might help with the fuzziness.
On Tuesday night I hosted our annual sock exchange for all of the sweet girls ages 12-18 in our church. This picture is actually from last year’s party because I was so awful this year at documenting! I was too busy whipping out hot chocolate and talking to all of these sweet girls and I never took a picture. We all look pretty much the same one year later. :)
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I did manage to get some pictures of my dining room earlier that day. You guys! I seriously have SO many pictures of my house decorated for Christmas just sitting on my computer that I haven’t shared yet! I haven’t had two seconds to post them so get ready for major picture overload coming this next week!
If you remember my Christmas dining room decor from last year I kept things very similar.
The only difference is that I decorated my tree different and instead of using candles on the table for a centerpiece I used reindeer instead. I think the reindeer add a happy element to the table. Reindeer and snowflakes.. two favorites for me when it comes to Christmas decor. :)
This was my table last year with the candles. Side note.. I finally found some HEART SANTA pillows that are similar to mine! So cute. I usually don’t love hearts on things but these pillows are an exception. Long time favorites I get excited to pull out every year!
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I still love this place setting.. especially the cute flatware stockings!
Of course I kept our Hot Cocoa station the same. My kids’ favorite tradition. Addison and Kole have had hot chocolate every night this month! I’m trying to hold out until at least the 20th because my dirty hair is bad enough at this point.. I don’t need an extra 5 pounds to go with it. ;)
Still obsessed with these Pine, Berry & Eucalyptus wreaths. I’m surprised they are still in stock!
This was my little dining room tree last year.
And this is what it’s looking like this year. The only things I used again was the tree skirt and red berries. A lot of these items are from my family room tree last year. Reindeer and snowflakes and my long time favorite Santa hat tree topper (similar here).
I decorated four trees in my home this year and this little tree in my dining room is hands down my personal favorite. :)
I love this room at night. It’s so warm and inviting. Almost makes me want to cook something just to eat it in here. ;)
Planning to enjoy lots of fun meals in this space with loved ones over the next two weeks!
Home cooked or not. :)
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Beautiful decor, Erin! Although I am a little sad that you are on overwhelm. I hope you can take a few minutes to relax and enjoy the season. I’m in awe that you have decorated 4 trees. Um…our one isn’t even up yet! (hoping to do that this weekend). Hanging head. Actually, nope, I’m not hanging my head. It is what it is. We’ll get to it, but I don’t want to stress about it. I do have a beautiful wreath up that smells heavenly (thanks to a band fundraiser). Please take time to enjoy all your hard work, Erin! Pictures can wait. Enjoy your family and the season. hugs.
You are such a sweetheart Jeanne! Thank you! I’m feeling so much better today after a little down time at home and a long shower. Ha! We were just hit with a really busy week but I think this coming week will be better. I always get excited to get my kids out of school because then the activities slow down and we can just do fun December stuff together. It’s coming! :) And I agree.. don’t you dare hang your head! We all just do what we can with what we have. The tree will get done in plenty of time and if it doesn’t that’s ok too. A fresh wreath makes all the difference doesn’t it!? I just hung some real garland in my kitchen window and it smells so heavenly! Thanks again Jeanne.. you are so sweet to care. Enjoy your weekend! xo
Hi thank you so much for the post! Where did you get your hot chocolate sign?
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Heidi
Thank you Heidi! Check out @harpergrayce on IG! :)
I think I officially decided that this is my favorite room in your beautiful home! The shiplap, the table, the built-ins, and THAT TREE. What’s not to love!? Those reindeer are so cute. When building, we turned the formal dining room space into a closed play room. It is perfect for a 4 and 2 year old, but maybe one day (not wishing time away, of course…..) I will be able to have a similar space! Love your inspo, as always!! :) Have a great weekend, Erin!!
Genelle I’m so happy you like this space! Honestly you’re smart to use that space as a playroom for the stage you are in with your kids. I use this room a lot in Nov/Dec but other than that we maybe use it 4 times a year!? It’s so nice to have when we’re entertaining but you would definitely get more bang for your buck with a playroom. :) But I’m thrilled you like it! Thank you! Your sweet comment made my day. :) I hope you are enjoying December so far with those sweet kids! Such fun ages for this time of year. xo
Love your style!
Thank you so much Paulette! Happy holidays! xo
very sweet and very well done! so, whats inside the cabinets? the rectangular thing with the red rim. picture of reindiers? they reflect on the window so well and seems magical!
Thank you so much Lilly! Those are some cute Christmas plates! I’m so happy you like it all. Happy holidays to you and your family! xo
Love your Christmas decor. Where did you get your dining room table?
Thank you Denise! It’s from Restoration Hardware. :)