Ho-Ho-Ho

So like I mentioned before, I had an urge to entertain. SO... I started decorating, (we) for weeks, sent out the cutest little online invitation (USE THEM.. instead of evites they email out these simulated cards, that look like real invitations, and.. they open on someone's computer) candy cane themed invite.. so we found all things candy cane and went with the theme. Trader Joe's, Costco, Ralphs, Pavilions, 99cent store, Bristol Farms, CVS, all were frequented for this party. That is always my tip with life.. mix and match high end and low end items.. there is nothing wrong with a shirt from forever 21 and shoes from target if you have a good purse, or a nice piece of jewelry.. same goes for a party, a Christmas tree, EVERYTHING IN LIFE.. it is all about presentation and pride. REMEMBER THAT! if you are proud and present it well.. then that shines thru! also, STAY CALM... everything always works out. Anyways, with a little help from some elfs I think the party was a hit. Lots of champagne, of course other alcohol is readily available, sparkling cider, and then tons and tons of appetizers (pigs in the blanket, spinakopita, a full cheese platter, homemade brie en croute... so easy :::get a round brie, and decide sweet or savory and go to town.. I did strawberry jam and preserves, dried strawberries and berries, some brown sugar.. bing bam boom, wrapped it in pastry and WHALA!!:::, trail mixes, etc. etc. etc) and food (salads, pasta casserole, bread, tamale pie, blah blah blah), and plenty of sweets (pumpkin pie, gingerbread cookies, homemade cranberry bread and apple spice bread, cupcakes, peanut butter bars (thanks Ally), homemade chocolate chip cookies, pumpkin surprise... etc. etc.) I THINK YOU GET THE PICTURE.. SO HERE ARE SOME PICTURES.. did I mention there were some VERY aggressive ornament snatchers out there,....

Too lazy rotate... and didn't get enough pictures.. but here is a little taste of some of the party-goers and some of the excitement!! so much more holiday celebrating to come.. DREAMING!