12.25.2012

Christmas Past and Present

Charlie Claus

For Christmas this year, I'm embracing changing traditions. Christmas, as I knew, grew up with, and loved, will be different. I'll miss having Great Granny Sugar here. I'll miss Christmas Eve Rummy games with my family, staying up with siblings in nervous anticipation for the next day, and then waking up with all my siblings to presents under the tree. Underneath the tree remains bare until we wake up in the morning. Is your tree the same way? 

The saddest pup, hehe

Now, Christmas Eve will be just me and the parents, watching tv. Christmas morning, it will just be my youngest sister and I, plus parents, opening presents. My brother and sister, plus spouses, and nephews, will stop by at different times of the day. Being the oldest, I think it affects me the most, and I can't help but miss the past. We've grown up, and so a new chapter begins. I can't wait!

My Christmas card for my family


Merry Christmas from "Elle Sees" and Charlie Brown. 
I hope your day is filled with loved ones, warmth, and love. 



20 comments:

  1. Travel GourmandeDecember 25, 2012 at 12:20 AM

    Charlie's so cute! Merry Christmas to you Elle. Happy holidays!

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  2. AnonymousDecember 25, 2012 at 1:08 AM

    Here's hoping it's a great one. Merry Christmas!

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  3. spiral styleDecember 25, 2012 at 3:28 AM

    Cute photos Elle. Hope your day is special in a new way.
    XXOO and Merry Christmas

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  4. chiaraDecember 25, 2012 at 4:05 AM

    Merry Christmas to you too!
    Embrace changes! I know it can make you feel a bit lost, but great things are yet to come! Happy Holidays!

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  5. paisleysummerDecember 25, 2012 at 7:58 AM

    Merry Christmas to you and Charlie! x

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  6. Nikki FeinDecember 25, 2012 at 8:35 AM

    Cute card and Merry Christmas!!

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  7. EmmylouDecember 25, 2012 at 8:58 AM

    (((hugs)))) Merry Christmas, Elle! I know this Christmas is a bit hard for you, but it'll get better in time.

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  8. Why Girls Are WeirdDecember 25, 2012 at 9:37 AM

    Merry Christmas lady!

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  9. JessicaDecember 25, 2012 at 10:28 AM

    So Cute!

    Just dropping by to wish you Merry Christmas!

    Tracy and Jessica @ Sunny Days and Starry Nights

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  10. zhannaDecember 25, 2012 at 2:05 PM

    Sending you cyber hugs!! Have a wonderful holiday!
    XO,
    Zhanna
    www.lifeandbows.com

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  11. Hailey December 25, 2012 at 4:38 PM

    Merry Christmas Elle!!! Hope your day is joyful and filled with love! :)

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  12. Just Another ShopaholicDecember 25, 2012 at 8:17 PM

    Merry Christmas to you and to Charlie!!

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  13. LindsayDecember 25, 2012 at 8:30 PM

    I had a very different Christmas this year, too, since I didn't go home for it and spent it with just my husband. But you're right -- it's best to focus on new traditions instead of the things you're missing. Hope your Christmas was great. :)

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  14. A Very Sweet BlogDecember 25, 2012 at 8:55 PM

    Merry Christmas Elle! In life there will always be changes. Do what makes you feel good.
    http://www.averysweetblog.com/

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  15. ShybikerDecember 25, 2012 at 10:35 PM

    Merry Christmas to you, too, pal. Pretty card.

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  16. FASHION TALESDecember 26, 2012 at 3:53 AM

    Hope you had a wonderful Christmas Elle. Such adorable photos.

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  17. Lyosha VarezhkinaDecember 26, 2012 at 7:51 AM

    Happy Holidays!
    sooo cute!

    Lyosha
    Inside and Outside Blog

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  18. UnknownDecember 26, 2012 at 7:11 PM

    So CUTE!!!

    <3 Marina
    Fashion.MakeUp.LifeStyle

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  19. honey my heartDecember 27, 2012 at 3:00 AM

    a photo w/ santa is so adorable :) hope you enjoyed Christmas.

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  20. ChloeDecember 30, 2012 at 7:31 PM

    Aww cute post :) I still miss my going to my nana & papa's house for christmas dinner & new year parties even though i was a tiny tot i remember everyone just being happy & being merry :D

    a new follower :)

    xx

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