Category Archives: Christmas

Joy to the World!

Posted on December 25, 2023 by carmen

What a fabulous adventure in Nevada and Arizona during the Christmas season! I packed my Route 66 suitcase and wore this funky, thrifted coat made in Canada. The highlight was seeing the spectacular Grand Canyon for the first time in … Continue reading →

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My New Christmas Coat

Posted on December 19, 2022 by carmen

Actually, it’s new for me. However, it is per-loved bought for $20 at a thrift shop. Made in Italy and looks like a fabulous designer coat with a whimsical vibe. I love red coats in winter to brighten up my … Continue reading →

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Joy to the World!

Posted on December 25, 2021 by carmen

And Heaven and nature sing! Wishing everyone a wonderful Christmastime and a blessed New Year!

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NORTHERN REFLECTIONS: Christmas Pyjamas

Posted on December 14, 2021 by carmen

When the weather outside is frightful and the nights in December come early, it’s time to slip into something warm and cozy. Case in point, these comfortable cotton flannel pyjamas (on sale for $25 CND). They also make a great … Continue reading →

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NORTHERN REFLECTIONS: red sweater give-away!

Posted on December 1, 2021 by carmen

With 24 days until Christmas, I am offering a give-away this week. This lovely red sweater from NORTHERN REFLECTIONS: 100% cotton, easy care, value of $46.99 CND, size small. Here’s all you need to do to win: like this post … Continue reading →

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Home for the Holidays

Posted on December 30, 2020 by carmen

On Christmas Eve, snow flurries were floating through the air like a huge snowglobe being gently shaken and by Christmas morning it was a magical sight indeed! We celebrated Christmas with our youngest son, our oldest son and his wife, … Continue reading →

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Last Christmas

Posted on December 27, 2020 by carmen

During the holidays, I’m enjoying reminiscing about Christmases past. This first photo is from last Christmas with my new Christmas shoes. Christmas 1965, the last Christmas our family of four (Mom, dad, brother and myself) celebrated together. Little did we … Continue reading →

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White Christmas

Posted on December 21, 2020 by carmen

And just like that, it’s Christmastime again! Time to don our gay apparel with merry and bright colours. I’m wearing my red tartan Christmas blazer, red beret (secondhand) and red booties that I have had for over 25 years. The … Continue reading →

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My Christmas Shoes

Posted on December 22, 2019 by carmen

My obsession with red shoes began as a child and to this day they’re my favourite colour for shoes and boots. My new red shoes–made in Germany by Rieker–are quality, nonleather, comfortable and perfect shoes for dancing. These are already … Continue reading →

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What I wore to a Christmas Market

Posted on November 26, 2019 by carmen

I got several compliments on my newly thrifted jacket (made by Parsley and Sage). I wore it for the first time to the Fashion History Museum recently and now to Fair November. Ever since I heard about Fair November, we … Continue reading →

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