A Watch for Christmas

About a year ago my husband broke his watch that I got for him as a gift. Since then I’ve been dying to find a new one that fits his style. I’m SO glad I got this JORD watch as an early Christmas gift for him! He absolutely loves it! Their men’s watches are the perfect amount of modern and manly. trendy & timeless. They literally have a watch for everyone! And did I mention they’re made of wood!?! How awesome is that? AND you can even have your watch custom engraved! 

These watches are definitely the perfect gift idea! (Hello Christmas!) How many days left until the big day?? Only 27, y'all! 

This Dover style watch has a drive system that is automatic self-winding...which meeeans no batteries required!! And let's talk about this box the watch sits in! It's gorgeous & has a drawer that pulls out that can hold small items like cuff links. 

I don’t know about you but it’s not always easy finding a Christmas gift for the men in my liiiife. Ahem...My dad. My husband. My brother. My father in law. But there’s just something about a timepiece and a reminder of who gave it to you every time you glance at that watch. I am so glad I got this gem for my hubby because now my Christmas shopping for him is done! (Minus those fun stocking stuffers, of course!) Fa la la la!!

Psst...ladies!!! There are watch styles here for you too...juuuust in case you wanna treat yoself instead! 

So CLICK HERE for your code to receive 25% off ANY watch you want! Say what?!? The code will expire on December 15th! Sooo get shopping! You neeeed one! And be sure to share the link with your girlfriend who's struggling to find the perfect Christmas gift!!

xx 
Amanda

tis the season!

Christmas is by far my favorite time of year. everything about it gets me excited. the Christmas tree lit all day. decorating the whole house. no room is without decorations. the crackling fireplace. the hot chocolate...with a mound of marshmallows of course. the Christmas carols. the manger scene. the smell of cinnamon & the hours of shopping. the eggnog {Bryan's favorite}. the Christmas mug. no escaping wearing all the red & green clothing. cuddling on the couch to watch our favorite Christmas movies. baking cookies with my mom. driving around local neighborhoods to look at Christmas lights with the family. rocking that red lipstick. kissing under the mistletoe {Bryan's other favorite}. reading the real Christmas story right from the Bible. buying presents. wrapping presents. finding the perfect outfit for Ava. ok maybe the 3 perfect outfits for Ava. eating candy canes. wearing Christmas socks.

I get so entirely happy about this season. It just makes me think of how excited Mary was every year anticipating another birthday of her son Jesus.

with Ava being so young we haven't decided what new traditions we'll do with her. any ideas? I'd like to start by reading her the Christmas story on Christmas Eve every year.

my mom began a tradition of baking cookies with the grandkids so we'll continue that. I even bought Ava a cute apron in preparation of baking with GeeGee.

what is your favorite Christmas tradition?

xoxo
Amanda

it's beginning to SMELL a lot like Christmas

my oh my....what's that delicious smell?? why it's Christmas, of course!

some smells just remind me of Christmas. I don't seem to notice them until the Christmas season is upon us. its like my 5 senses go in happiness overload beginning on December 1st. and I just love all things red & green during the most wonderful time of year. here are my favorite scents of the season.....

the 10 best smells of Christmas

1. a fresh cut fraser fir Christmas tree

2. cranberries that sizzle & pop on the stove

3. peppermint candy cane {hello fresh kissing breath...where's that mistletoe?}

4. traditional chocolate chip cookies baking in the oven

5. that Smithfield honey glazed ham cooking all afternoon

6. a cozy fire blazing in the fireplace

7. the cold crisp air on Christmas morning

8. hot chocolate & sweet marshmallows in a mug

9. stovetop potpourri: cinnamon sticks mixed with orange. lemon. cranberry. delightful

10. spicy & sweet gingerbread cookies

tell me, what is YOUR favorite scent of the season?

xoxo
Amanda