Christmas is one of the happiest times of the year. For me, it's a happy time because the season is full of celebration, fond memories and tradition. It's a nostalgic time of year. A time to reflect on favorite moments from the past and a time to look forward to what the future will bring. We started decorating our house early this year so we could take our time, enjoy the moment and soak it all in before things get hectic. These are some of my favorite things this week. They are things that bring me joy. Happy Friday!

Going to the Christmas tree farm to wander around and cut down our tree.

Vintage Santa glasses from when I was a little girl. They are more than 40 years old. I still love them.

I bought this wooden Pinocchio ornament in Rome during a family trip to Italy. It reminds me of the wonderful time we had.

A Santa jar that my son made for me when he was little. It is one of my favorite Christmas decorations.

Vintage Christmas ornaments that were passed down from my maternal grandmother. I treasure each one.

The first snow. A beautiful start to the holiday season.

Find your joy and have a wonderful weekend!

Leslie xo

Life rushes by at such a fast pace and when we get busy with all that we have going on, we often forget to stop and pay attention to the little things. There are so many small joys that happen every day. Something as simple as a morning sky, a blooming flower or a person walking by can turn into one of life's best moments, if you take time to notice it. Here are a few of my favorite moments from the week. Happy Friday!

Waking up to a gorgeous sunrise during a weekend trip to the beach.