it's beginning to look a lot like christmas

So as I predicted our tree remained half dressed for a few days last week but we finally got around to one of my favorite parts of the holidays - deckin' the halls.  I love to turn on the Christmas music (didn't happen this year), start a toasty fire (also didn't happen this year) and make myself a hot cup of cocoa (definitely didn't happen).  Regardless, it felt so good to cozy up on the couch after we were done and enjoy the festive lights and colors.  Christmas decorations instantly up the cozy, family feel of a home.  It's amazing.

oh and friends - the granite came today!  So watch for that update....