Merry Christmas

It's hard to believe another year is almost gone...but the holidays are always a special time to visit with friends and family & to reflect on the closing year.

From our family to yours, we wish you the Merriest Christmas and Happiest New Year!

Lucy & Stella enjoying the Christmas Tree.

Cheers ~ Lara

Thrifted Christmas

I love to decorate for the Holidays...and almost all of my decor was Thrifted!

I was shopping in New Port Richey, FL one afternoon many years ago when I happened upon this collection of beautiful Christmas ornaments.  They are so delicate and each is very unique.  I bought every one I could find in the shop!  

 They hang perfectly on my Thrifted White Tree.

Don't get me wrong, I love a real tree.  I never thought I would own a fake one, but last year I had a change of heart.  The Target stores in our area donate unused merchandise to Goodwill.  Last season I hit a few of the Goodwill stores and acquired a collection of very nice trees.  The white one in our living room retailed for $299.00 originally and I paid $39.99 brand new in box.  It stands 8" tall and is pre-lit,  it's awesome!

The 2nd tree we have in the den is also fantastic!  It's much larger and stands at 9" and retailed for $349.00 originally and I only paid $49.99.  It also was brand new in box.

This tree is decorated with family ornaments, as well as one's we pick up when were traveling to a new place.  I hold's so many special memories!

My favorite holiday Thrift find however, has to be our Nativity Set.  I also purchased it in Florida many years ago, and it remains the centerpiece of our Christmas Decor. 

Sure hope you enjoyed visiting our home this Christmas & I send the warmest wished to you this holiday season.

CHEERS!

Lara

  

Money Bags.

I was due for some good Karma to come back my way.
 I had recently found an amazing pair of white aviator Chanel sunglasses at a restaurant and turned them into the hostess.  I'd told a waiter at a dinner that same week that he had undercharged us by over $100.
Not long after, a cashier had given me too much money back at the grocery and I promptly retuned the excess.  I did these things because they were the right thing to do, not because I wanted something in return.

I've seen it in my dreams so many times before...

I'm rummaging through a pile of purses that I bought.  

I put my hand in and pull out a big wad of cash.

It finally happened!
My Karma came back around!!!

I purchased these two bags at a thrift store on my way home from work one night.

I loved the red plaid one and had been looking for a new airplane carry-on.

The cute camera bag I though would be great for my Etsy shop

When I got home I started inspecting the bags closer for defects & what not. 

 I stuck my hand into the outside pocket of the big plaid bag, and pulled out a wad of Clean, Crisp $20 bills that were all dated 1981.  

$160 worth as a matter of fact.

I couldn't believe it!!! 

YIPEE!!!

I wish I'd taken pictures of the bills, the old 20s looked so different from todays currency.
I  treated my friends to dinner that night!
I also donated some $$ back to the store on my next visit along with a few bags of clothes & other goodies.

I'll continue to dream about finding another stash someday...but until then I'll try my best to continue to perpetuate good Karma.