Welcome to our regular feature, Saturday Snapshot, our opportunity to showcase photos we or friends and family have captured. The event is now hosted by West Metro Mommy.
Now that Christmas is coming very soon, I will share a few decorations…and also some more family shots.
First….across the world, in Spain, my son’s bride Gabi snapped this rare and spontaneous shot of Craig. He looks exuberant, doesn’t he, especially for someone who is usually behind the camera instead of in front of it.
Now…back to the states, and down south a bit, in sunny LA: Aubrey and some friends “catch” the premiere of Catching Fire.
Here in my city in the middle of the state, we are gradually decking the halls. I pulled some of the usual decor out of the bins to showcase a wee bit of Christmas, Laurel-Rain Style.
And here’s a little vignette, with “fake” poinsettias, to make us feel the cheer of the season.
And for the grand finale, here’s the tree at the home of Heather, Steven, and Noah. I recognize some of the ornaments from the days when I had a big tree in my foothills house.
Now…for the rest of the weekend, I plan to watch movies and shows on Netflix, sip a little eggnog, and read. What are you doing to get in the holiday spirit, if you celebrate it?
SNOW SPARKS 
Planning to put the tree up tomorrow, write out my cards, and make a list of gifts still to be purchased…presumably as the snow predicted swirls outside.
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Your day sounds very productive, yet fun. I like the idea of your snow swirls, although I suspect that I wouldn’t like it on a regular basis. Thanks for visiting my blog, Catherine, and enjoy your weekend.
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I love that picture of your son! He looks so joyful!
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Yes, I think he is, Melinda….I’m very glad. Thanks for stopping by…and for hosting.
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What a great photo of your son, it’s interesting to see Christmas photos from around the world.
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Yes, I agree, Louise…and I love that about the blogoshere. We get to peek into worlds we might not otherwise see. Thanks for visiting.
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Great photos,Laurel! I bet your home is a real showcase. Have a great weekend!
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Thanks, Fran….I have my favorite and quirky things that make me feel cozy. Glad you could visit.
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Fun, festive photos. I love the tree with the red bows!
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Yes, those red bows once were mine…lol; I enjoyed them for years, and now my daughter can continue the tradition. Thanks for visiting, Joy.
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Love the first picture of your son! I have not started decorating… I really haven’t the last few years but I am having friends over for brunch next Friday and I feel maybe I could put in a little effort 😀
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So do I, Sheila. As a photographer, he is rarely “in front” of it. My decorating is more minimal every year, too. I still have bins in the garage that will probably remain there. I did add a few things yesterday that are not shown in the photos.
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I love the picture of Craig. Exuberant, yes!
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I am sure that he forgot he was “in front” of the camera for just a moment, Deb. He does prefer to be the one taking the photos. Thanks for stopping by.
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That is a great photo of your son – it really captures the moment. And I like your Christmas tree – it’s beautifully decorated. My Snapshot is at http://goo.gl/Yar0fo
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Thanks, Christine…I do love the simplicity of my decorations….no fuss, no muss. Glad you could stop by.
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What great photos. Your son looks great. Love your tree and all of your family photos.
THANKS for sharing.
You may have seen this post, but I am using it instead of a snapshot.
Elizabeth
Silver’s Reviews
My Saturday Snapshot
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And thanks for visiting, Elizabeth…I do love this time of the year. A few years ago, however, I was a big Scrooge. But three years working with kids in a private foster care agency (after my 27 years working with similar kids for a bureaucracy) brought the joy of the season to my life.
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love the holiday sharing! I try to get all my shopping done by the 10th so that I can revel in the season without stress. Today we made cookies and did Xmas cards. We will start wrapping 2-3 presents a day. My favorite thing is that we put up a manger scene that I’ve had a long time. Each year I add a new piece. The children set it up and we move the three kings around the room, closer to the manger by January 6th. We sing in the Christmas choirs, too. Beth 🙂
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Your manger scene sounds wonderful, Beth…I like the idea of adding something every year. Thanks for stopping by.
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