The Magic Tree

    Christmas ornaments are magical aren't they? Sure, there some rather meaningless ones that somehow make their way into our collection, but the really special ones, I believe, they hold something.... They can tell a story or bring you back to a moment in time.This year, I selected my very favorite ornaments and set up my feather tree in our kitchen. The ornaments were all chosen for a different reason. Some from memorable trips, some made by my daughter, some older and more delicate than others... these ornaments, for whatever reason were selected above others to be on this tiny but prominent tree in our home. There's no theme here, their sizes are completely different... which leads to a tree that's a bit willy nilly.... I have no problem with willy nilly...  The most fragile and petite acorn with the most perfect patina produced by time.A velvet carrot from a special trip with my husband. This isn't even an ornament, but becomes one with a bit of metallic string. It's much larger than the rest of the ornaments.... I ran out of the pink mercury glass garland just before I hit midway, so I stopped and embraced the beautiful imperfections of this special tree.... This year and those that follow, I'm embracing the perfect imperfections that life is made up of.... because surely, it is those imperfections that make up a perfect life! We made these little felt corsages a few weeks ago, and I can't get this little one to take it off! Remember to slow down... read bedtime stories, sit by the fire, watch a Christmas movie, play board games, craft, bake and enjoy every ounce of this beautiful season! 

Thank you for all of your sweet comments on the Snowkids in the previous post! I so loved reading each comment! xoxoxo You are the best! 

 

Comments

[Jill at buckscountyfolkart.blogspot.com]

I just want to reach in and touch everything! It's all so pretty and chic!

Merry Christmas to you and your family,
Jill

[Amy Boelter]

So lovely... love love love the tree. Your daughter looks just precious as well. Truly enjoy your posts! Amy

[Heidi Meyer]

I love your feather tree and all of its glittery goodness! It is sweet that you have such a memorable tree in the heart of your home.
{HUGS}
Heidi

[Katsui Jewelry]

Oh, Gabrielle,
That is so sweet and charming and perfect in its imperfection. I want you to know what a profound effect your words had on me...I hav told my husband I love him every day, as per your advice. I have usually paired it with a kiss. He had his first chemo yesterday...we are on the journey!
Big hugs,
Suz

[Claudie]

You know I still haven't found "the" feather tree like that? Only in America lol
Seriously, as cute as can be. I love the fact that you put what ever your heart desires on it, and that's it's in your kitchen where everyone hangs out. That's my kind of tree.
You know I LOVE all your deco.
And you
Love me
xoxoxoxo

[stacey]

that feather tree of yours is soooo dreamy! I am loving all of those pinks, what a great ornament collection.