This has been a busy week with lots of special Christmas events to attend and decorating being done at home. I added a few more stitches to my winter cross stitch picture, but not as many as I had hoped. I don't have a deadline for this project so that's ok.
Last night, the hiking club we belong to hosted a Spirit walk at a local conservation area. My husband and I were tour leaders and lead groups of visitors along a candle lit path to see a magician, a children's choir, the Grinch, a singer, a hot chocolate and snack station and, of course, the jolly man in the red suit. We had some snow this week so that added to the atmosphere! We were dressed warmly and enjoyed the evening.
The sunset was spectacular last nigh--it looked like the sky was on fire!
We went for a walk one evening this past week to see the neighbourhood Christmas lights in the snow. One of the houses had laser lights on a tree in their yard--I did a self portrait!
The snow is so pretty on the trees in our backyard.
Our daughter is working on the next border of her crocheted Christmas blanket. Finn approves! He says its quite cozy...
I hung up my snowflake quilt in the front hall. We have snow inside and out!
One of our favourite events at Christmas is the annual carol service at the Old St. Thomas Church. It features church shaped cookies and apple cider, lots of singing accompanied by the Salvation Army band and a message from a local minister. The church has box pews and the organizing committee always decorates it beautifully.
After the church service, we went to Backus-Page house where dinner featured recipes from the 1850's served by appropriately costumed volunteers in the candle-lit dining room. Christine and her husband came with us.
The Elgin County Train Museum has a display of 300 Christmas trees decorated by local businesses and organizations. It was spectacular!
There was also a lego village featuring a train carrying gifts and Christmas trees, and of course, Santa.
This week, I really must get back into my sewing room! I still have Christmas sewing to finish!
I will link up with Kathy and the Slow Sunday Stitchers as well as Frederique. Have a wonderful week!
Wow! That was a spectacular sunset! So many great events for you to enjoy!
ReplyDeleteWhat a spirit-filled, spirit-inspiring post! So many beautiful pictures. I love your Snowflake quilt and notice that it has an honorable place to hang. Your Xstitch project looks really great on the blue Aida. Thank you for sharing everything today.
ReplyDeleteThat snowflake wall hanging is gorgeous!--TerryK@OnGoingProjects
ReplyDeleteYour mushrooms are growing nicely, as do your daughter's crocheted blanket. Lovely snowflake on the hall! Have fun enjoying the festive decorations and walks for the holidays! Thank you for sharing your great busy week.
ReplyDeleteSuch a wonderful Christmasy post...loved it all. Special kudos to your daughter on her fabulous crocheted blanket.
ReplyDeletesounds like a wonderful walk - the night walk with the sunset so pretty and the dinner to church things look so nice
ReplyDeleteThat looks like it was a wonderful and festive week, Gail! I love seeing Christmas trees decorated and lights everywhere. Your daughter's crochet project is really taking shape! It looks like Finn might make it his own blanket! Have a good week!
ReplyDeleteThose Christmas events look like a lot of fun. I was so caught up with Thanksgiving preparations, that I didn't plan for any of the local events and most are now sold out. That's okay, I have plenty to keep me busy.
ReplyDeleteI forgot to say that your cross-stitch is looking great and I love your daughter's blanket.
DeleteThe Spirit Walk sounds like a lot of fun! Your cross stitch is looking amazing. Such vibrant colors and love your fabric. Your snowflake quilt looks amazing in the front hall. Aaah it is so interesting to see how the crocheted blanket goes together. I am just learning to crochet. Finn is a great supervisor. Enjoy your week. Hugs.
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