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Happy Holidays to All,
We are finally getting it together here, still without snow
but, I just had to share the photos of our yard and our have-to tradition.
Our home sits second in the subdivision, so when you turn in ....there we are,
the Christmas Musical light show.
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Remember last year---we purchased these fun guys---here on this POST HERE
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They stand guard at Santa's Workshop(the garage), and are securely tied down---or they will walk around the corner of the garage with our windy weather.
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Earlier this year, I showed you the re-do of our herd of reindeer. Many had been damaged by a falling tree limb.
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Here's Santa---and all nine of the reindeer, pulling the sled.
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A view from the house, shows the entire 'mound'.
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Greeting our family on Cookie Day-Sunday, will be this great Gingerbread man on the front porch.
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We used less lights around the house this year and concentrated on the 'mound'.
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The Walkway to the house with a snowman greeting you at the end in our biggest flower pot.
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The Mailbox, has some snowflakes that are simply gorgeous and they change colors.
I literally couldn't pull out the green plants because of their root systems, so I left them and added some twigs for the lights to hang from.
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In the background, the arbor and my hubby's imaginary hill for the penguins to slide down.
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Under the Hawthorn Tree, we have some of our oldest blow mold soldiers.
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It's hard to get photos as the lights change with the music, so everything isn't always lit.
Our HUGE Snow Bear blow-up, passed away last year, so hubby found three new ones to place around the yard,
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The Reindeer Petting Zoo...this is really cute in person. Our house is a neighborhood walking destination...and the little kids love it!
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Another classic Santa...again the bush blinked off!
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The white blob is a snowman---that of course blinks off and on too. We really need some snow to hide all the wires.
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At the end of the driveway is the elf mail box, and our lampost with a great green wreath.
This is a LOT OF WORK more than 5 days to put up---and we are hoping we can continue the tradition, even though we are deep in our 70's now. But the smiles and waves from the kids and parents in cars are worth it!
What is YOUR
Have-to-do Tradition for the Holidays?!?
Please share in comments, I'd love to hear from you!
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Dearest Sandi,
ReplyDeleteWhat a feast, to watch your shots really makes feel the Christmas Atmosphere, thank you!!!
Wishing you a wonderful Advent Season
XO Daniela at ~ My little old world ~
Hi, Dani. I'm glad you got a smile or two, hugs, Sandi
DeleteOh my gosh Sandi! Your outdoor lighting is amazing. I can see how much work you have put into it and it is spectacular! What a blessing you are to all who pass by your home. Jane
ReplyDeleteIt is a bit crazy---we are feeling our age now---and long as the weather cooperates for putting it up. Hugs and thanks for visiting, Sandi
DeleteOh my goodness, your Christmas wonderland is most certainly a must visit destination for those all around, Sandi! Everything is spectacular! I can just imagine the joy you spread to those who walk by and delight in what is before them.
ReplyDeleteHi, Kim. Thanks so much, we do love to bring smiles...and it's better than writing out Christmas cards, lol. Hugs, Sandi
DeleteThank you so much, Linda. I'm pleased you enjoyed it! Hugs bback, Sandi
ReplyDeleteWow!! You really go all out, we would be parked in front of your house taking it all in for sure! How fun!! We just put out some white lights and a few candles in the windows now. When the kids were small we used to have a bunch of fun displays. One time we had some teens in the neighborhood play a joke on us and when we came home, we found two of our light up, motorized reindeer in a very compromising position. Not very Christmasy!!
ReplyDeleteIt is lots of fun and work. Thanks so much for stopping by, and have fun-what ever you do! Hugs, Sandi
DeleteThis is so festive and happy! I just love your lights and all you do. I remember when you were doing those reindeer -- they look fabulous. All of it does!
ReplyDeleteOh, thanks, Jeanie. It was lots of fun doing them this year. Hugs, Sandi
DeleteSandi, talk about joy! I have to believe that everyone that passes your home is enthralled by what they see. It looks fantastic and fun. I'm even passed the 70's so I am wondering the exact same thing. But we will, until we won't! Well, probably not "won't" but "can't! But it is such fun right now!! Happy Holidays my friend..xxoJudy
ReplyDeleteHa, we will until we won't I love that! Hugs, and Happy Holidays back at you! Sandi
DeleteSandi, this is a labor of love for sure, and the joy it brings to the neighborhood kids (and adults, no doubt) must be so rewarding!
ReplyDeleteIt really is, and we aim it for the kids...so many homes here are professionally decorated with the 'corporate' look, and well the holidays are for children, me thinks! Hugs, and have a Happy Holiday Season! Sandi
DeleteSo festive! Thanks for sharing at Vintage Charm!
ReplyDeleteThanks for visiting!!! Sandi
DeleteHow wonderful and magic! Happy Advent!
ReplyDeleteAh, yes, the season is for children, too! Hugs, Sandi
DeleteAbsolutely wonderful!
ReplyDeleteThank you, so much! Sandi
DeleteSandi,
ReplyDeleteWOW!! You certainly do welcome everyone into your subdivision with such a festive light display...Love the reindeer....I bet the kids all love it!! Thanks so much for stopping by and for your kind comment..I have been collecting Gingerbread and Christmas Kitchen items for many years.... Stay safe, healthy and happy!!
Hugs,
Deb
Hi, Debbie. We are getting old though, and it all survived the windstorm on Friday. Hugs, Sandi and take care--crazy weather!
DeleteThanks for sharing the blog so well and I hope you have something new for me to study.
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You are welcome. Sandi.
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