Recently I learned about a tradition in Japan, one that I would love to start doing in our home. On New Year's Eve, they prepare for the new year by cleaning the home and car, and by stocking their kitchens. The day is called Omisoka, and "oh-souji" or "big cleaning" is done so they enter the new year with everything fresh and new. Isn't that a wonderful tradition?
Our tradition is to get take out from a favorite restaurant, then watch lots of movies until midnight when we run outside to light off fireworks. After the fireworks we come back inside for sparkling cider to toast the new year.
As you can see, we light our fireworks regardless of weather! What is your new years tradition?
Saturday, December 31, 2011
Friday, December 16, 2011
We wish you a Merry Christmas!
I just wanted to wish you all a very Merry Christmas! Home projects are on hold as we take time to enjoy and spend time with family and friends for the holidays. Too often I feel rushed during this time of year, and I don't want to miss out on the moments.
Have a wonderful holiday season, no matter how you celebrate! See you in 2012 for more DIY fun.
Dearest Santa, I would love to find this car on Christmas morning:
Have a wonderful holiday season, no matter how you celebrate! See you in 2012 for more DIY fun.
Dearest Santa, I would love to find this car on Christmas morning:
Monday, December 12, 2011
Magic Christmas Tree Time Lapse
We have another Christmas tree in our house. It's little, it's cute, and it is magic! We had a lot of fun capturing it as it "grew" using our time lapse camera. Our Magic Christmas Tree
came from Amazon.com, but I have seen them on other sites as well. In real life the tree took a little over 6 hours to film, but you get to see the magic happen in less than 15 seconds!
Magic Christmas Tree Time Lapse from Aimee on Vimeo.
I hope you enjoy watching the tree grow! We sure had fun making the video.Saturday, December 10, 2011
Our Christmas Tree 2011
My favorite color theme for Christmas is sliver, white and blue. As you can see our tree is decorated in that theme, with snowflakes and icicles to add to the snowy scene. And yes, if you look closely you will indeed see Santa riding a pink flamingo.
A tree can't be all serious, right?
A tree can't be all serious, right?
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