my california morning

I wish all mornings started this way. With an enjoyable read, a perfect cup of coffee, fresh fruit, and good company.

California oranges from the farmer's market. Yum.

Right when we arrived, my aunt brewed me a cup of coffee. She knows me well.

The view from my aunt and uncle's kitchen window in Morgan Hill, CA.

My aunt is the best hostess I know.
She has a heart of gold and makes everyone feel welcome in her home.

I savor moments like these--when I can slow down, sip my coffee,
and be in the company of the ones I love.

our gingerbread house

My parent's tudor-style house strung with lights.

Looks the same every Christmas.

Dad added red and green porch lights this year.

We know how to get decked out during the holidays.

peace, love, blessings, and hope to all!

P.S.

tonight, 12/24/09:

it was so special to be able to sing "Silent Night" 

with candlelight being our only light source

and harp strings accompanying us.

our hearts beat together as one.

our song was sung.

hand-made adornment

double-ring i made for my jewelry class.
nu-gold metal and lapis lazuli stone used.

renewed

sometimes we get so low.
once we're there, we can wallow, or we can look up.
look up.
i recommend it.