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The Halls are Decked, yo.

December 8, 2011 by Elaine

We’ve had our Christmas decorations out since the Sunday after Thanksgiving but today/tonight was the first time I really took a few photos.

I just love this time of year…

This first photo was inspired by my friend Jennifer’s own post today…

And the rest?

Well, I just like taking photos.  But y’all know that already. ๐Ÿ™‚

holiday bokeh party 2011 my3boybarians.com
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Also linked up with The Nester’s Christmas Tour of Homes 2011

Filed Under: Christmas, Holidays, Kids, Photography

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Comments

  1. Galit Breen says

    December 8, 2011 at 4:07 am

    Oh my, girl. Stunning. Truly. xo

  2. Kimberly says

    December 8, 2011 at 5:02 am

    Beautiful photos!

  3. Jessica says

    December 8, 2011 at 7:20 am

    Love that tree!

  4. Alison@Mama Wants This says

    December 8, 2011 at 7:53 am

    Wow, gorgeous tree!

  5. Carrie says

    December 8, 2011 at 12:14 pm

    Beautiful!

    Now Jennifer’s AND yours makes mine look all simple and frumpy.

    But I’m ok with that. I love it anyway.

    And those babies of yours? Wow. What little dolls!

  6. Jen says

    December 8, 2011 at 2:31 pm

    I LOVE that first photo. It is gorgeous.

  7. Samantha Kelley says

    December 8, 2011 at 2:31 pm

    I especially like the first and last shots. ๐Ÿ™‚ Visiting from the party.
    http://www.samsnoggin.com/2011/12/this-light-of-mine.html

  8. Secret Mom Thoughts says

    December 8, 2011 at 2:50 pm

    Beautiful shots. I love that first shot.

  9. Kim Stevens says

    December 8, 2011 at 2:53 pm

    Some really great photos, love that last one!!

  10. Jennifer says

    December 8, 2011 at 3:18 pm

    Awesome! I knew they would be though. I wish I could include the kids, but they are completely uncooperative.

  11. Brooke says

    December 8, 2011 at 3:30 pm

    GORGEOUS!! not sure if its the decorations or the photography, but either way – WOW!

  12. Tricia @ Bluff Area Daily says

    December 8, 2011 at 3:33 pm

    Too cute, love the ‘Santa Rocks’ t, & the bokeh is beautiful! =)

  13. TexWisGirl says

    December 8, 2011 at 5:04 pm

    those are precious! and i love the name of your blog! ๐Ÿ™‚

    thanks for stopping by today and leaving a comment! really appreciate it!

  14. deb duty says

    December 8, 2011 at 6:02 pm

    I love your tree! And the photos of your kids with the tree are so cute! Your mantle looks so pretty. I love the peace letters. Really beautiful decorations!

  15. Amanda @ It's Blogworthy says

    December 8, 2011 at 8:02 pm

    These are gorgeous!! I love the one with the tree in the background and the church figurine up front.

  16. Stacia says

    December 8, 2011 at 8:05 pm

    Love, love, love them all. but especially that first one. I’m going to pin it on Pinterest so I can remember to take one like it next year. (Alas, our Romanian tree is light-less this year.)

  17. Krystyn says

    December 8, 2011 at 8:09 pm

    Wow! Just wow. Everything looks so good and you captured them so well!

    Mine would be all blurry and all over the place.

  18. Jamie says

    December 8, 2011 at 8:11 pm

    Wow! Those are amazing!!! Such great shots!

  19. Tamar SB says

    December 8, 2011 at 8:57 pm

    The first picture is just stunning!! Your tree is stunning! Happy holidays!

  20. Serendipity is Sweet says

    December 8, 2011 at 9:05 pm

    Such a beautiful glow in your photos! Great job capturing the feeling of the season. LOVE that first shot ๐Ÿ˜‰

  21. Chic Homeschool Mama says

    December 8, 2011 at 9:48 pm

    Beautiful decorations Elaine- I especially love your mantle.

  22. Yuรจ says

    December 8, 2011 at 10:09 pm

    wonderful photos and i love your christmas tree

  23. nicole says

    December 8, 2011 at 11:22 pm

    Beautiful pictures. Love your mantle.

  24. Bunch of Barrons says

    December 9, 2011 at 12:40 am

    Your decorations are gorgeous! ๐Ÿ™‚

  25. Amber says

    December 9, 2011 at 3:29 am

    It really is so fun to have Christmas decorations up. It’s like getting all dressed up for a party, but it’s your home.

  26. Tiffany says

    December 9, 2011 at 4:06 am

    Beautiful…LOVE the first one, so sweet.

    Tiffany

  27. Dina @ 4 Lettre Words says

    December 9, 2011 at 11:22 am

    Wow, wow, wow, Elaine. These are so beautiful! They look like paintings, which means you should definitely display them. ๐Ÿ™‚

  28. Kat says

    December 9, 2011 at 9:36 pm

    Beautiful!!!
    I love that first shot. I have one like that of all 4 kids sitting in front of the tree (with the dog) on our Christmas card. ๐Ÿ™‚

  29. angela says

    December 10, 2011 at 12:37 am

    Your house is beautiful. As are your photos, as always ๐Ÿ™‚

  30. tracy@sellabitmum says

    December 10, 2011 at 3:59 am

    Beautiful!!!

  31. Kir says

    December 12, 2011 at 8:03 pm

    I am completely blown away by how gorgeous everything in your house looks…those pictures are just the “ICING” on a gorgeous christmas for you.

    WOW!!!!!! xo

  32. Sheila says

    December 18, 2011 at 9:34 pm

    Great Christmas photos!

  33. Miss Charming says

    December 28, 2011 at 11:31 pm

    I love the pictures of your lit tree. And your children look so sweet.

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Hi! I'm Elaine, a transplanted Texan who has spent almost 16 years living in Cajun country. I am re-married to Brandon and we have five "kids" together, ages 21, 18, 17, 16 and 15 and crazy but cute dog, Charlie. I am also an office manager, occasional writer, prayer, and lover of life! Find me on Instagram (misselaine0375) and contact me at misselaineous0375 (at) gmail (dot) com.

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