A few weeks ago we moved...not too far, just about 15 minutes away. Now Stephen and I are both closer to our jobs, which is GREAT! The new apartment, is VERY similar to our last one....with a few minor upgrades. Immediately after we were almost done unpacking, we put out some of the Christmas stuff. I didn't want to go too overboard since we still aren't 100% unpacked but I figured I would share a few of the hundreds of pics I have taken with my phone!
Oh Christmas Tree...
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When I texted this to my mom, she called me a "wise guy"! :P
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So festive!
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Chewy Chocolate Cookies...SO good!
HERE is the recipe...I used wheat flour instead off all purpose!
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Santa Wine Pants...
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Speaking of wine - I have yet to find a more awesome place to hang our stockings!
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The countdown is on!
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