Marie-Clara: Ready for the Christmas Eve party. I think she really was the last thing on my list. I don't know how it happened, but I had a whole day yesterday in the warm, wool-wrapped house to sit and sew and cook. If you can manage it, I would say it is well-worth knocking a few to-dos off your list to gain these quiet hours.
Today, though, is all about the city spirit: We're headed back downtown to soak up the hustle and bustle, get a few last-minute gifts, visit Saturday Market, and have lunch somewhere fancy.
So I'll be taking a blog-break now to rest, relax, and enjoy the holiday. I wish you all a special time full of peace, love, safe travels, sweet dreams, and much, much happiness and joy.
xoxo,
A
Wow I have never been the first commenter before!
Sounds like you have a very lovely day planned. A fancy lunch sounds wonderful! Both my munchkins are sick, so I am keeping them close to home hoping they'll be better by Christmas.
Enjoy your day and holidays!
Posted by: claire | December 22, 2006 at 09:16 AM
And to you, Alicia. Thank you for gracing our blog lives with such delight and joy and beauty and creative inspiration all year. Blessings to you and Andy.
Posted by: Marilyn | December 22, 2006 at 09:17 AM
And all the best wishes to you too, Alicia :) Have a great day and a wonderful holiday season !
Posted by: Tania Ho | December 22, 2006 at 09:22 AM
Warmest holiday wishes to you and your family!
Posted by: Teresa Sheeley | December 22, 2006 at 09:24 AM
Wishing you a joyous Christmas, reflecting the loveliness you scatter into the world each day!
Posted by: Missy | December 22, 2006 at 09:27 AM
Happy Christmas!
Posted by: Alicia G. | December 22, 2006 at 09:27 AM
All of those things to you, too, lovely Ms. A!
Thank you for such a beautiful year & sharing your beautiful self/home/family.
Happy Winter & Merry Christmas...
big time xoxoxo,
emily
Posted by: emily | December 22, 2006 at 09:28 AM
Enjoy your holiday -- cheers!
Posted by: amy h | December 22, 2006 at 09:29 AM
Feliz Navidad! Oh if only I could have a Boney M Christmas this year. Ahem, I digress! I'm glad you are with the ones you love this year. Merry, merry, merry!
Posted by: Colleen | December 22, 2006 at 09:35 AM
Merry Christmas!
Posted by: Pam | December 22, 2006 at 09:36 AM
oh happy holidays to you and yours alicia. and may your 2007 be filled with light and love!
Posted by: tracy | December 22, 2006 at 09:45 AM
i just love how you did marie/clare. gorgeous! merry christmas!
Posted by: neihgbor em | December 22, 2006 at 09:49 AM
All the best! Merry Christmas!
Posted by: Karin | December 22, 2006 at 09:57 AM
peace and joy from one claire to marie claire. enjoy the holidays and all the magic you have created.
Posted by: mimulus | December 22, 2006 at 09:57 AM
Oh...the doll is gorgeous!
Posted by: Karin | December 22, 2006 at 09:58 AM
have a wonderful time with all your loved ones alicia! merry christmas!
Posted by: hannah | December 22, 2006 at 10:04 AM
Have a very Merry Christmas!!!
Posted by: Teresa | December 22, 2006 at 10:10 AM
Happiness & joy to you, too. Lovely doll!
Posted by: Frances | December 22, 2006 at 10:12 AM
Merry Christmas Alicia + Andy! Enjoy your time with friends + family!
See you in the new year!
Posted by: sally | December 22, 2006 at 10:12 AM
Happy, happy my dear!
xo
Posted by: kelly | December 22, 2006 at 10:12 AM
She is SOOOOO pretty! Merry Christmas to you!
Posted by: Briana | December 22, 2006 at 10:15 AM
The dolly looks really sweet. I'm about to head into the living room myself to curl up and do some cross stitching.
I'm not sure if this applies, but today is Friday not Saturday (Saturday Market)?
Posted by: Chris Howard | December 22, 2006 at 10:25 AM
Oh, Alicia, she is sooooo pretty! Your lucky, lucky niece!
Have a wonderful Christmas, you sweet thing, full of peace and candy.
Posted by: Jen | December 22, 2006 at 10:57 AM
You deserve a vacation, Alicia! But I will miss reading you every morning! Merry Christmas!
Posted by: cheryl | December 22, 2006 at 11:30 AM
Have a wonderful, chcolate filled Christmas. Clarice
Posted by: clarice | December 22, 2006 at 11:35 AM