Sooo, I originally planned to do all of Traci’s December prompts this year… but since I’m also working on a December Daily album I'm trying to fill with photos, bits, and junk journal goodness, I realized it might end up a little redundant. Still, when I first thought of doing so, I actually managed to finish this digital scrapbook page for the prompt “Favorite Holiday Decoration.”
One of my favorite holiday traditions is collecting photo Christmas ornaments with the year on them. It started 10 years ago when I received one as a gift, and ever since then, I’ve made sure to get one every single year. Whether it’s something we pick up during our travels or one I order internationally, I always have to have that year’s ornament - even though sometimes they get so pricey! Haha. I remember getting one on eBay.com and having them shipped to Manila. Grabe, ang mahal. hahaha. Also the 2023 one we got from Pottery Barn Bahrain was pretty steep. But then, it's rare I see one in a store so I had to get it.
For this layout, I included ornaments from 2015–2023, and my 2024 and 2025 ornaments have already arrived (ordered from Amazon!), though they’re currently waiting for me in the Philippines. Years from now, I know I’ll cherish going through each of these and feeling that warm, familiar glow as I remember every Christmas spent with my husband.
I used Traci Reed’s Make Merry collection for this layout, and it honestly couldn’t be more perfect for festive projects like this! I know I've been saying this but I really love the colors!
And if you’re working on your own December Daily, don’t forget to check out Traci’s December Daily prompts, they’re full of ideas and inspiration to keep you excited throughout the month.
As for me, I’m currently thinking about how to (online) document my December Daily Junk Journal Album… Should I go per day? Per week? Since I haven’t been able to do it daily, I might start with a first week blog post first and then try to catch up one day at a time after. It’s been a whirlwind with the bazaar coming up and a staycation happening in the same weekend, but honestly, I’m happy and soaking up all the December (Christmas) magic.
Your Christmas decorations are something to envy. You were able to seize the moment, freeze time and document the wonderful times spent with your hubby.
ReplyDeleteYour smiles truly reflect the merry spirit of the season and the happiness within your hearts for being together.
You've done an incredible job with the decorations; everything is perfect. But the most impressive thing is the happiness and connection you both share."
-aMOMymous
Awwwww!!!! I sooo sooo sooo love your photo Christmas ornaments!!! Aside from your collection of magnets, this collection is my favorite too! 😍😍😍
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