I told you I was getting an Elf on the shelf this year,  to create new and fun traditions in our home.  Here’s a few of Kobe, our Elf having fun and leaving a bit of Christmas magic all around the house. 

How I wish I was on a beach this week…  Not that I don’t like winter or Christmas time,  you know I’m a bit crazy about Christmas.  But the dark weeks before the snow sets in,  everything grey,  cold and muddy really makes me long for warm sand between my toes,  salty air,  fresh seafood and tropical fruits…   So,  instead of booking a flight I turn to my photos and imagine I’m still there…   

I love this time of year!  I really do!  I love the candy canes and glittery ornaments.   I love the warm light the tree spreads across the entire living room.   I love my mistletoe ball hung in the entrance,  everyone has to go under it before leaving the house…  It’s all those little details that make the season magical.   It’s the time I take to  make it happen.   It’s the cookies I bake and the gingerbread we decorate.   It’s the stockings hung on the mantle,  waiting to be filled.   It’s the slowing down and taking it all in…

There are days when confusion takes over,
Days when I find myself doubting.
There are nights when my mind wanders,
Nights where I feel like crying

When I find myself not knowing
where to look for myself
When I feel like escaping
where time is limitless

I should only focus on what I see
In these beautiful eyes of yours
Holding the truth that will free me
From my ever worrying mind…

I feel the need to slow down,  to focus inwards,  on what really matters.  On things that I’ve wanted to do for a long time but never had time for.  On what brings me pleasure,  without pressure. 
I managed to do all the things I wanted business-wise so far this year,   I’ve released the sets I was working on,  released the jewelry pieces I wanted to create.   Now I choose to dedicate the next month and a half remaining in the year to myself and my family.   Crafts,  baking,  renovations that still need to be completed,  little things I enjoy and kept putting aside.