Friday, December 25, 2009

Merry Christmas to one and all!



Wishes for a very Merry Santa Barbara Christmas from our home to yours!


Carla, son Jon (Santa) and husband Doug.

A family tradition begun by our mom (Oma) many years ago...someone in the family plays Santa! We have all taken turns at least twice.

Our home is decorated for the holidays from stem to stern!

I am particularly fond of angels and cherubs


Mission Santa Barbara (Queen of the Missions) always features a beautiful Creche


This year we have a donkey and her nursing baby in the Creche!

This picture was taken on the 23rd awaiting the arrival of baby Jesus


Creche and Mission at night

Santa Barbara downtown dressed up in all her festive attire for the Christmas Holidays



....more Santa Barbara downtown

Wishing you a year of peace, goodwill and prosperity. Come visit us in beautiful Santa Barbara!





3 comments:

Lee said...

I just adored the Santa Barbara nativity, just like you said, live animals and all.

Your son Jon looks like a very "hip" Santa. A very nice tradition. Your architect looks dashing.

Your chandelier is such a beautiful verdigris patina, and everything looks festive and elegant. You can't have Christmas without the cherubs and angels.

I hope you had a lovely Christmas and I am so glad to have met you. I am looking forward to many more Santa Barbara inspirations over the upcoming new year.

Lee

VINTAGE HOME lifestyle said...

Thank you for visiting my blog and sending your good wishes.

Santa Barbara looks beautiful during the Holidays. Your photos are great.

Have a wonderful New Year.
Cathleen alyce

nldazuu said...

Hi Carla!

Lovely impressions from a beautifull town in the States. Nice to read.

Greetings from Holland.
Dave Zuuring