Sonata Script Issue #23 – Holiday Check-in
Giving you a peek into the past week for me and Sonata Home Design. The week in review, my favorite finds on the web, and just a little “this and that.” I always want to give you great ideas, inspiration, creative motivation, light bulb moments, and a hearty “You can do it!”
I know I am not alone in my passion for home decorating, crafting, and nesting. So, please join me each week for this creative Saturday jolt!
“How are you? I am fine.”
As a young child, this is how I used to start every letter that I wrote to my grandmother.
Simple and to the point but perhaps lacking a little creativity.
But in this crazy time of year, it is actually a pretty on-point opening!
How ARE you?
Feeling joyous? Tired? Inspired? Overwhelmed?
This time of year can include all of the above!
I am fine. I really am!
We’ve had a few health issues in our family but nothing that we can’t handle.
The to-do is long, and a little overwhelming and, let’s face it…it’s not all going to get done.
Current events seem to send punches that test my holiday spirit.
But I am reminded daily of the joy of the season through my favorite Christmas moments…
Twinkling Christmas tree lights…
Eating a hot Runza on a cold day with my mother…
Getting my nails done with my Lincoln daughter and choosing a beautiful shade of Christmas red…
Planning an upcoming trip to visit my NYC daughter…
Watching “Funny Farm” with my husband (a silly movie but one of my favorites!)…
The first fireplace fire of the season…
What is giving you joy this holiday season?
This Week’s Hustle and Bustle
Guess who had a birthday this week?
As much as he would love a birthday dog biscuit, it was not Bentley’s birthday…it was my husband’s!
He got to pick how we celebrated.
His choice? Bowling!
I haven’t gone bowling in years. Correction…decades!
In the first game, I bowled a whopping score of 17. (I am the gutter ball queen!)
By the time I finished the second game, I had 4 strikes!
My husband, was the clear winner. Both as the high-score bowler and as the birthday boy!
Happy Birthday, Darling!
Quote for the Week
Blog Posts You Might Have Missed
If you are like me, your email is on fire! I am constantly thinking…”I’ll come back to that later”…and then I don’t!
So I thought I would gather some of my latest posts so you can check out anything you might have missed this month.
I was honored to be part of two different blogger home tours this year. So I divided my house in half so I could share different rooms for each post.
Christmas Decorating with Sonata Home Design
Here is Christmas Home Tour Part 1: Plaids, Patterns, and Holiday Panache
And is my Christmas Home Tour Part 2: A Joyful Home Tour of My Christmas Kitchen and Dining Room
Cozy Christmas Bedroom Decorating Ideas
I finally revealed my Front Porch Makeover collaboration with Lowes! It’s not a Christmas post but it’s very exciting to share nonetheless!
Christmas DIY Projects
Anthropologie-Inspired DIY Alpine Wreath
DIY Christmas Tree Collar Ideas
Easy Tassel Tree Winter Wall Art
Something Tasty!
Peppermint RumChata Cheesecake Pudding Shots Recipe
Look What I Found On the Web
Dining Room and Breakfast Nook Lighting Inspiration
Simple Snack Board for a Magical Holiday Movie Night
Sustainable Christmas Decor Ideas
Thrifted Decor Ideas from New England to Paris
Wishing you a “sweet” week full of holiday cheer!
Always remember…”Home is where your story begins!” ~Annie Danielson
Cheers!
Hi! I’m Missy. So nice to meet you!
“Decorate with Joy! Live with Happiness!”
I truly believe that your home should be a reflection of your personality, a space where you feel free to express yourself and create a sanctuary that feels uniquely yours.
I love creating mood boards, hunting down unique home décor treasures, tackling easy DIY projects, and gathering with family and friends for a delicious meal.
Homes are meant to be enjoyed, filled with laughter, and shared with the people you love!
– cheers! –
Christmas Shoppe
Wow you have a lot of fun happening!!! Your porch makeover is fabulous! You did such a great job. I must try out your cheesecake, pudding shot…yummy!!! Thanks for sharing my wreath🤍🤍🤍 merry Christmas Missy ❤️
I can’t believe Christmas is coming so quickly! I need to get wrapping, but at least I have all my shopping done (other than stockings stuffers) You’ve certainly been busy enjoying all the fun and festive things. ‘Tis the season! Thank you for sharing my holiday movie snack board. I appreciate it so much.
Merry Christmas my friend!
Missy, you have so many exciting things going on! Happy Birthday to your husband! Your DIY Alpine wreath is one of my favorites!! Thank you so much for sharing my lighting post this week! I appreciate you so much, sweet friend!
A lovely round-up of your week, it sounds like you have lots to look forward to. It’s so important to notice the small things that bring you joy this very busy time of year. Happy Christmas.