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Are you shopped out yet? I find that the more I have to do, the faster the week whizzes by. I hope you are crossing items off your list with lightning speed and seeing the light at the end of the tunnel. And if you are traveling, I wish you abundant patience and a safe voyage.
We have the cutest Town Square in McKinney, with lots of darling shops and fabulous restaurants. This week, The Mister and I had a wonderful lunch at Rick's and then wore off our calories my favorite way, with shopping.
I am so happy we finally have an independent bookstore, Neighbor Books. It is a darling space that houses a wide variety of books on varied subjects, as well as best sellers. It devotes ample space to the younger set, offering a variety of children's books along with Storytimes.
Another first for us was Cocktail Creamery. We had a delightful conversation with Sharyn, who owns the shop and serves the delicious ice cream concoctions. Her husband makes the ice cream and comes up with mouthwatering flavors. They have over 99 flavors, including alcohol-infused ice cream. Did I mention that they have a full bar and karaoke nights?
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This is an Atlanta holiday home tour from yesteryear and it's a beauty.
This charming house tour from a few years ago is the home of uber-talented James Farmer.
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Need some holiday entertaining inspiration?
All Creatures Great And Small will be back in January!
And guess who's back!
Nicholas Ralph quizzes Callum Woodhouse about last season.
You can watch the interview right here.
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Would you consider taking your kids on a cruise? How about your extended family? Here is one woman's account of her experience.
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The votes have been tallied. Here are the Readers' Choice Awards results for the 50 Best Hotels in the World.
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This writer has been on over a dozen International flights with his toddler. This is what he learned about family travel.
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All-star cast!
I can't wait!
Talbots
J Crew
J Crew
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Love this cute couple.
Lastly, I want to wish all of you who take the time to read this silly little blog a very Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah, and a healthy Happy New Year. I appreciate all of your kind words and support over the years.
Need more gift inspo?
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I just ordered this cashmere/wool poncho in navy.
The last thing I need is another navy jacket, but this one is pretty hard to resist.
Lots of fun colors!
I can't have enough navy cardigans!
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Great deal on cashmere and lots of colors!
I bought two.
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Merry Christmas Katie, Mister & your family!!
ReplyDeleteLooking forward to the new year & reading your blog. Me in CA in love.
Hey Me in CA!!! Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you.
DeleteI love All Creatures Great and Small! I just finished re-watching last season in preparation for January. Now I want to visit the Yorkshire Dales!
ReplyDeleteHello dear Mary. What a great idea. I think I will suggest re-watching the season as well. I hope you have a wonderful Christmas and a Happy, Healthy New Year!
DeleteMerry Christmas, Katie! Peace & joy to you and your family for the coming year. Jo
ReplyDeleteMerry Christmas and Happy New Year, Jo!!
DeleteWhat beautiful house pictures! Wishing you a Merry Christmas season with your beautiful family!
ReplyDeleteMerry Christmas to you and your family. Looking forward to your next book!
DeleteKatie, Merry Christmas wishes to you and your beautiful family. You have a little one that will truly bring the magic of Christmas. Xoxo Maxine
ReplyDeleteYou are so right Maxine. I don't think that I have been this excited for Christmas since my girls were little. I wish you a very Merry Christmas and Happy Healthy New Year! xx
DeleteMerry Christmas to you and your family, Katie. Your blog is a weekly present to me so I thank you for that. I bet you’ll have a wonderful Christmas with Miss Lucy. I can’t wait to hear how you spoiled her. I’m looking forward to All Creatures (I especially love a Tristan so glad that he’s back) and Call the Midwife - I’ve been watching their Christmas specials since Season One.
ReplyDeleteI love both of those Christmas specials so much! Merry Christmas Susan and I wish you a happy, healthy New Year.
DeleteMERRY CHRISTMAS to you and family. Enjoy your blog!
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DeleteMerry Christmas! Enjoy all the firsts!
ReplyDeleteMerry Christmas to you and your lovely family. Your blog brings me a lot of joy throughout the year!
ReplyDeleteThank you so much, Luisa. Have a Merry Christmas!
DeleteMerry Christmas, Katie! xo
ReplyDeleteThank you, dear Juliet! Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you!
DeleteYour "silly little blog" brings so much joy and happiness to my life - thank you! You are so lucky to get to celebrate your holidays with your granddaughter. I so miss that age. My grandchildren are now 10 - 23, still wonderful, but not the same as a baby. Wishing you a very happy Christmas, Katie!
ReplyDeleteDebbi, thank you so much for your support over the years! Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you!! I love following you on Insta!
DeleteI enjoy your blog! Merry Christmas and all the best to you and yours in 2025!
ReplyDeleteSame to you Paige. I appreciate all of your support over the years.
DeleteI love your blog. Your wit and humor keep me coming back for more!
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