🌟 A Cozy Little December Wrap‑Up 🌟

 When I started my new job at my local Hallmark Store in October, it was the start of the Christmas season and therefore, it was a very busy time. But although there was much to do, it was such a fun holiday time at the store, with kind customers, special gifts and offerings for sale and a boss who treated us to a most generous gift to thank us for our hard work and dedication. The very large bag was filled with the most wonderful presents each wrapped and chosen with love and thoughtfulness. 

While having a great season, I still missed blogging and visiting my favorite blogs, especially during the most wonderful time of the year. 

I do hope you all had a very Merry Christmas and your New Year is starting off with a bang!

 Here is a little photo catch-up!

Family time...the best!

Santa and Mrs. Claus visited the store.

We made time to attend the Christmas theater production at our church.

A surprise party for my December birthday!

Christmas crafting + coffee...a must-do!

Our decorated tree.

One of our five cute + funny grandkids!

A December mantle - with the hand carved Santas sent yearly from my brother-in-law!

This year was #10.

Zoo Lights!

Breakfast with Santa!

Baking cookies with Dad!

My "must have" cranberry thumbprints.

There you have it - December in snapshots. 

Happy New Year to you all...may you be blessed abundantly!

Stay Cozy,

 

Carrie

🍂 A Little Autumn Crafting” 🍂

Just finished a few fall cards and had so much fun with them 🍁✨

 I played around with warm colors, a little texture, 

and some cozy leaf and pumpkin vibes. 

They’re simple but sweet—and totally ready to spread some autumn cheer.

  Love this season for crafting!

Stay Cozy,

"Wrapped in Ribbons, Surrounded by Sentiment — Guess Where I’ve Been?"

 I have been a bit busier than usual as I have started a new job. 

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Can you guess where it is?

It is a fun place to work...filled with many wonderful offerings...

It has been around for many years and delights us year-round,

 but especially during holidays.

You have most likely visited here.... I hope there is one in your neighborhood.

Its name is very well known - even on tv.

It is steeped in traditions, and many people collect their one-of-a-kind delights.

Here is a hint...

You guessed it - It is my local Hallmark store.

It’s been a season of change,

 and I’ve found myself in a space where every aisle celebrates love, friendship,

 and the little moments that matter most.

We have many regular and loyal customers,

 yet there are those who are surprised there are still Hallmark stores around!

I am really having a good time. 

The other employees and the owner have been so welcoming and kind.

My grandson already has his eyes set on this cute ornament.

My sister who has a beautiful vintage Jadeite collection likes this one...

There is something for everyone - a place filled with keepsakes, kindness, and joy.

Be back soon.

Stay Cozy,

Carrie

🎃 “Still Finding Joy in the Pumpkin Patch” 🍂

After 45 years together, you’d think a trip to pick out pumpkins might lose its sparkle — but somehow, it never does. Every year, as the air turns crisp and the leaves begin to tumble, we find ourselves wandering through rows of bright orange pumpkins, pointing out our favorites and laughing over which one has the best stem or the funniest shape.

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There’s something comforting about traditions that stay the same even as everything else changes. The world moves fast, but this little ritual slows us down — a gentle reminder that simple joys are often the sweetest.

We load up our pumpkins, breathe in that unmistakable scent of fall, and smile at each other, grateful that after all these years, we still find joy in the small things — together. 

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And now that we have grandkids...we get to go twice and enjoy sweet Fall with the whole gang!

(or at least some of them)

🎃 Happy Pumpkin Hunting! 🎃

Sending Cozy Hugs,

Carrie

 

Queen for a day...

Sorry I haven't posted for a while...I started a new job, and it has kept me busy.

 I thought I would share this card I made for my daughter's birthday!

Staying Cozy and busy....

Hugs

Carrie