Merry Christmas. . .Enjoy the Show!

As we get closer and closer to the REALLY big day, I thought I would share some of my Country Roads favorites. What I mean by that is just a little this, and a little that, of the different holiday decorations we've had here at Country Roads over the past couple of months. Hope you enjoy the show and our many different looks of Christmas here at Country Roads!

Just click HERE to watch!

And just a side note, the speakers went out on my computer so I had to "guess" at the music that is playing!!

Happy Holidays

White Christmas Wednesday

The big day is almost here? Are you ready, are you prepared, are you relaxed and having the time of your life? It does get a bit hectic right before Christmas, but once the big day arrives it is all worth it!! This White Wednesday I took a few pictures of some holiday whites around my house!

Please take the time to go visit Kathleen over at Faded Cottage! She is our gracious hostess of White Wednesdays! My wish to you all is to have a wonderful holiday. And remember, its not about "what" is on the  Christmas dinner table, but "who" is at that table! Take care.

The Christmas Countdown!

The final shopping week prior to Christmas has arrived! I'm happy that my shopping is done. But those of you that haven't finished, I have an alternative for you. Instead of tackling the big shopping malls, try something different this year. Think outside of the box! For example, I was talking to two of my favorite customers yesterday, Phil & Maddie. They were looking for a headboard for their bed. The cool thing with vintage is it is usually one of a kind and more reasonably priced. For example, the window and two vintage locker doors pictured above would look great hanging above a bed, especially if you added an architectural shelf below the window!  Country Roads is around 12,000 square feet inside. We have great gifts for Christmas, especially if you are looking for something that is  "different" or special! We can be very helpful this time of year. 

If you have someone that LOVES to garden, we also have Johnnye Merle Gardens and Nursery outside in the back of the store! It is filled with wonderful, unusual plants, especially Annie's Annuals and a wide selection of succulents! And of course we have gift certificates as well. I hope you find the time to stop by and see us this week. You can shop "stress free" in a fun environment. We will be open Christmas Eve day until 4pm. Have a great week!!

Family

"How old is Mommy"? As you can tell, Riley and Morgan are having a great time celebrating Katie's birthday last night! It was the big 3-0 and we all met at Katie's favorite Italian restaurant for dinner. All my family was there but I somehow didn't get pictures of Brande, Justine, or Vinnie. But believe me, we were all there celebrating. Here are a few pictures of my family that I did get!

What can I say, this boy LOVES to eat! Bodhi will eat just about anything, seriously. Both Riley and Morgan were picky eaters at that time. But not my boy Bo! And he was thrilled when it was time for dessert. Sometimes when I have my entire family together, I just sit and soak it all in, you know? Not everyone is as lucky as I am when it comes to family. And I got an early Christmas present last week. I'm going to be a Gramma, again! This will be number four for me. Bryce, Justine and Morgan are adding to their family and although it will be a late Christmas present, it will arrive in July! And of course it will be a boy! Bodhi needs a little buddy!! 

In The Blink of An Eye!

Funny how you remember things like they were just yesterday. Katie was born 30 years ago at 1:19 am on a cold December morning. That was probably my ONLY Christmas that I was really ready for. The Women's Axillary group at Long Beach Community hospital sent all the Christmas babies home in these stockings! 

And her big sister Brande was excited as you can see. It was a really a heartfelt Christmas.

Then in the blink of an eye, the time began to fly by. First birthdays. . .

Second birthdays. . .

First grade. . .

Family vacations. . .

Babies of her own celebrating 2nd birthdays at Disneyland. . .

Her two favorite guys in her life. . .

Now not only a Mom, but an Aunt as well. . .

And now all of my family has different titles since we've grown!

But you know, we work together, we argue together (come on, I know you've heard us) but we are still family that loves each other more than any words I can write. We will all gather tonight to celebrate my little Christmas baby's 30th birthday at her favorite restaurant. Happy Birthday Katie, we all love you!!  

Thursday at Country Roads

I had an early morning meeting in Old Towne this morning, and it was just hard to get up! It's cold here!! Yes, I know it is a lot colder in other places but it is really cold for us that live here in SoCal!! tt was tough to get up this morning and out of my warm bed. Then of course, I need gas. The gas station by my house had all the pumps closed??? I have NO idea why. So, I head out to another gas station nearby and my debit card won't swipe. Now I've got to go into the gas station, and just add more time to my already rushed morning! Anyway, after the meeting, I spent a bit of time at Country Roads before heading back home. I quickly took some pictures, and as always, I'm amazed at how much changes at "the store" in just a few days!

Believe me, there are many more changes than just the few photos above. I just didn't have time to take more pictures. There is never such a thing as just "stopping by" Country Roads. Whether you are a customer, a dealer there, you work there, or as in my case, it is your store, there is just so much good stuff to look at that it's tough to pull yourself away!! Hope to see you soon!