Optimism in the New Year

"Hope smiles from the threshold of the year to come, 

whispering, 'It will be happier.'"

-Alfred Lord Tennyson

Ready or not, here comes a new year!

No list of unattainable resolutions for me;

I'm keeping it plain and simple as outlined in this "Ultimate List"~

"Character is the ability to carry out a good resolution 

long after the excitement of the moment has passed." 

-Cavett Robert

I choose to be optimistic with a can-do attitude!

Care to join me?

Happy New Year from My Paisley World!

Celebrating the GIFT of Christmas!

"For to us a child is born,
    to us a son is given,
    and the government will be on his shoulders.
And he will be called
    Wonderful Counselor, 

Mighty God,
    Everlasting Father, 

Prince of Peace."

Isaiah 9:6

Celebrating the GIFT of Christmas!

Blessings to you and yours~

LuAnn

Gorgeous Vintage Christmas Ornament Wreaths

Beyond my love for antique Christmas tree ornaments,

is a wreath handcrafted from a collection of them!

Gather ornaments handed down to you from past generations,

or keep an eye out for thrift store treasures,

then combine them for a fun DIY project.

Be inspired by this bevy of beauties!

Vintage decor at its holiday best!

You'll enjoy this post, too~

My Love for Vintage Glass Christmas Ornaments

My Love for Vintage Glass Christmas Ornaments

Is it because they represent the charm of Christmases past?

Or, most likely, those with whom we shared them?

Vintage glass ornaments warm my heart!

Wishing you a merry, vintage Christmas!

Johanna Parker's Delightful Christmas Folk Art

 

I just know that you'll be tickled by these adorable 

Christmas folk art creations by Johanna Parker!

Whether an ornament, figurine, bell, or perched atop a candy dish,
each papier mache character smiles with personality and vintage charm.
Shiny tinsel or a sweet dusting of glitter add a magical touch.

Along with rosy-cheeked snowmen and Santas, you'll find

other whimsical cuties like owls, mice, penguins and cats

to help you celebrate Christmas!

More of Johanna's work here:

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Give Thanks to Him & Praise His Name -Psalm 100:4

“As we express our gratitude, we must never forget that 

the highest appreciation is not to utter words, but to live by them.”

– John Fitzgerald Kennedy

With full hearts, let us live out our appreciation

for our God, our families, and our friends.

Grateful. Blessed.

Happy Thanksgiving to you and yours!

~LuAnn

A (Vintage) Thanksgiving Turkey Dinner

 

As a fan of vintage illustrations, I thought it would be fun to gather 
several of them to depict the traditional Thanksgiving Day turkey dinner.
From stuffing the bird, to roasting, serving, and carving it,
these images invite you to a classic Thanksgiving meal 
with warmth and a bit of humor, as well!

As we count our many blessings this season,

I wish a Happy Thanksgiving to you and yours!


More Thanksgiving posts from My Paisley World~
10 Thanksgiving Myths Disspelled
The Art of...Turkeys
Psalms of Thanksgiving
Lincoln's 1863 Thanksgiving Proclamation