tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7664100447631245881.post1789291768547136745..comments2024-03-24T05:03:57.513-04:00Comments on The Joy of Home with Martha Ellen: It's the Most Wonderful Time of the YearThe Joy of Home with Martha Ellenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02912198511168813613noreply@blogger.comBlogger23125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7664100447631245881.post-70868981270958691572015-12-09T19:15:44.766-05:002015-12-09T19:15:44.766-05:00Shelia, yes we do have much to celebrate in Decemb...Shelia, yes we do have much to celebrate in December! I hope little Carter does well with her therapy tomorrow. We will continue praying for her and your family. xo ♥The Joy of Home with Martha Ellenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02912198511168813613noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7664100447631245881.post-24113352446255258952015-12-09T18:53:40.659-05:002015-12-09T18:53:40.659-05:00Hi Martha! Oh, what celebrations you must have in ...Hi Martha! Oh, what celebrations you must have in December with both your children born in this month! Sounds like a great time at the Japanese steakhouse! :) Cute boys. Oh, I LOVE your ceramic tree. I found on at a garage sale this summer and just adore it! Thank so much for popping in to see me and your prayers for our little Carter. I appreciate you so much.<br />be a sweetie,<br />Shelia ;) Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7664100447631245881.post-8896007873534423362015-12-09T11:11:48.986-05:002015-12-09T11:11:48.986-05:00German glass ornaments from the 30's?!Be still...German glass ornaments from the 30's?!Be still my heart! German ornaments are the best, I have a treasured few. I would love to see them up close in one of your pictures.jerilandershttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07418564262425621746noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7664100447631245881.post-2452385434577476142015-12-08T14:50:38.006-05:002015-12-08T14:50:38.006-05:00Thank you Regine. ♥Thank you Regine. ♥The Joy of Home with Martha Ellenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02912198511168813613noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7664100447631245881.post-82969213848804785062015-12-08T11:06:22.199-05:002015-12-08T11:06:22.199-05:00Beautiful
www.rsrue.blogspot.comBeautiful <br />www.rsrue.blogspot.comR's Ruehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05711563217099699047noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7664100447631245881.post-26692307544787543002015-12-07T15:30:29.473-05:002015-12-07T15:30:29.473-05:00Thank you, Sheri. I used to buy a new ornament or...Thank you, Sheri. I used to buy a new ornament or two during the after Christmas sales. We no longer can do that as we have too many now. I'm afraid we have a box of old ornaments that I need to gift to someone. There's no more room. The handmade ornaments by the children when they were younger always have a spot on our tree!<br />Enjoy the time leading up to Christmas! ♥The Joy of Home with Martha Ellenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02912198511168813613noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7664100447631245881.post-36009200717175376062015-12-07T12:51:02.291-05:002015-12-07T12:51:02.291-05:00Martha Ellen, handmade ornaments are the best, are...Martha Ellen, handmade ornaments are the best, aren't they? I love your little tree and crocheted frame. Those will be special for many years to come. I actually get a new ornament every year, so I have quite a collection, but my most beloved ornaments were the ones hand made by my children when they were little. I even did a post about it last year. Your tree looks so pretty and festive standing in the corner, what a great spot to put it. And that Santa that you had when you were a baby is a treasure. He is so delightful.<br /><br />Enjoy this wonderful Christmas season, Martha Ellen!<br /><br />~SheriRed Rose Alleyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02685747099912989862noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7664100447631245881.post-15955978555631232992015-12-06T09:29:11.980-05:002015-12-06T09:29:11.980-05:00Dear Dawn, I've come to realize that our memor...Dear Dawn, I've come to realize that our memories are the most precious "things" we actually have. December birthdays add to the excitement of the holidays in your family as well! Thank you for stopping by and as always your kind words. Enjoy this wonderful season of Joy! ♥The Joy of Home with Martha Ellenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02912198511168813613noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7664100447631245881.post-70055820687436434702015-12-06T01:25:15.300-05:002015-12-06T01:25:15.300-05:00Such fun to peek at your Christmas ornaments, Mart...Such fun to peek at your Christmas ornaments, Martha Ellen! So very special! I know that Susan's special Christmas artwork will be treasured by her children and grandchildren forever! ♥ We have December birthdays in our family, too. It's a wonderful month for celebrations! Cherish every moment, dear Martha Ellen! ♡Dawn@Petals.Paper.SimpleThymesDawn Y.https://www.blogger.com/profile/07565958992415114053noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7664100447631245881.post-53960508039409907242015-12-05T21:34:15.300-05:002015-12-05T21:34:15.300-05:00Thank you, Margot! I wish you a wonderful season ...Thank you, Margot! I wish you a wonderful season as well. ♥The Joy of Home with Martha Ellenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02912198511168813613noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7664100447631245881.post-49010919678506617942015-12-05T20:58:24.614-05:002015-12-05T20:58:24.614-05:00I wish you a joyful Christmas season Martha Ellen!...I wish you a joyful Christmas season Martha Ellen!!!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7664100447631245881.post-36160251375129085732015-12-05T18:46:36.899-05:002015-12-05T18:46:36.899-05:00Jeri, our son lives about 60 miles away and our da...Jeri, our son lives about 60 miles away and our daughter lives in New Hampshire. Even though they don't live close to us, we do try to see each other often. It is hard when family is far away. I should take photos of the ornaments from West Germany we have from Grayden's parents. They are from the '30's. I just adore them.<br />Do rest up, dear one. ♥The Joy of Home with Martha Ellenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02912198511168813613noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7664100447631245881.post-62628451266437785102015-12-05T17:39:57.367-05:002015-12-05T17:39:57.367-05:00Certain decorations do bring on the memories. I ca...Certain decorations do bring on the memories. I can remember where every single bauble, bell and star came from and still have 2 glass horns that were on our tree when I was 6 years old and every year thereafter. Children always seem to have their favorites and these will be passed on to them whenever they ask. You are so lucky to have family nearby, ours are far away, save for one son. The tree in the corner is a stunner< maybe I will gather the energy to put ours up...but I am so tired from shows, I just want to sleep for a week instead.jerilandershttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07418564262425621746noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7664100447631245881.post-52149504590613600652015-12-05T15:17:51.935-05:002015-12-05T15:17:51.935-05:00Cheryl, the boys did have an exciting time celebra...Cheryl, the boys did have an exciting time celebrating their Dad's birthday! It reminded me of pure joy!<br />It was time for me to give Susan's artwork to her children. Now when it's time, they can pass it on to their children.<br />Have a nice weekend, Cheryl. ♥The Joy of Home with Martha Ellenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02912198511168813613noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7664100447631245881.post-67760145168779562932015-12-05T14:36:49.331-05:002015-12-05T14:36:49.331-05:00Happy birthday to your son! It looks like his sons...Happy birthday to your son! It looks like his sons enjoyed the celebration as much as he did, which I am sure added to the merriment. :)<br /><br />Oh, the memories associated with Christmas decorations!! I think we have a mixture of old and new and natural here. You certainly can't get away from tradition at holiday times! <br /><br />Your decorations are so lovely! I <i>love</i> the little bird tree! It was so thoughtful of you to give some of your sister's artwork to her children. That was truly a gift of the heart. <br /><br />Cheryl https://www.blogger.com/profile/00063844335185525553noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7664100447631245881.post-55235926637886906052015-12-05T10:17:49.575-05:002015-12-05T10:17:49.575-05:00Judy, the grands just love eating at the Japanese ...Judy, the grands just love eating at the Japanese Steakhouse. Food prepared in front of them and all the fire etc. is all very exciting to them! Great memories of good times! Have a nice weekend as well. ♥The Joy of Home with Martha Ellenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02912198511168813613noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7664100447631245881.post-33570200652083689902015-12-05T10:15:07.351-05:002015-12-05T10:15:07.351-05:00Deb, my sister's children are very special to ...Deb, my sister's children are very special to me. I see my sister in them! <br />Have a wonderful weekend, my friend. xoxo ♥The Joy of Home with Martha Ellenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02912198511168813613noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7664100447631245881.post-10559333287976912612015-12-05T10:11:19.893-05:002015-12-05T10:11:19.893-05:00December is a joyous month for us, Dotsie. Our ch...December is a joyous month for us, Dotsie. Our children's birthdays add to the excitement. Have a nice weekend. ♥The Joy of Home with Martha Ellenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02912198511168813613noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7664100447631245881.post-53677626765563967162015-12-05T09:51:29.314-05:002015-12-05T09:51:29.314-05:00It's so fun to see your festive Christmas orna...It's so fun to see your festive Christmas ornament traditions! Looks like there was a great birthday celebration. I've never experienced Happy Birthday sung to me in Japanese. LOL Have a wonderful weekend!Cranberry Morninghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10758563068581561194noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7664100447631245881.post-71744075164641971712015-12-05T09:22:03.050-05:002015-12-05T09:22:03.050-05:00Your trees, ornaments, and above all the memories ...Your trees, ornaments, and above all the memories are all so very special. I'm sure your sister's children are thrilled with the gift you made and you will be able to see them in their new home with new memories created. <br />~~~Deb xoxoRustic Pumpkinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07335714529878600216noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7664100447631245881.post-58599890714084751602015-12-05T09:15:41.912-05:002015-12-05T09:15:41.912-05:00Especially our tree, as yours, is filled with stor...Especially our tree, as yours, is filled with stories. I love how almost each ornament has a memory with it. That's one thing makes Christmas special. This is a fun month for you with two birthdays too! I liked your decorations, and that Santa is so cute! podsohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14880888514207597761noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7664100447631245881.post-32702857727893823982015-12-04T22:41:01.794-05:002015-12-04T22:41:01.794-05:00Vee, I do have the sweetest memories of my dear si...Vee, I do have the sweetest memories of my dear sister. I have several pieces of her art that I truly treasure. ♥The Joy of Home with Martha Ellenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02912198511168813613noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7664100447631245881.post-19191690502880913832015-12-04T22:24:31.432-05:002015-12-04T22:24:31.432-05:00For the sentimental, most of our treasures are our...For the sentimental, most of our treasures are our Christmas ones. You sister's children will truly benefit from your generosity. I hope that you may still have something she created to remember her by. Loved seeing your lovelies. The Santa has to be one of your sweetest loves. Veehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00618654361869856894noreply@blogger.com