12.12.2013

Whimsy Wednesday - Holiday Whimsies



Christmas can be such an exciting and whimsical time of year for so many of us.  We start pulling out ornaments we may have made as a child, or just a cute knick-knack that tickles our fancy.  My husband is a huge fan of this time of year. He owns more Santa Clause's than I do underwear.  Nostalgia sets in for him and he is like a "kid in a candy store" when the Christmas totes come out.

Today I roamed around the house to photograph of few of our Christmas time whimsies.  Please come meander with me.

Santa is getting the holiday season ball rolling! Can I get an O -H …..
I think Santa could be protecting our liquor cabinet. Anyone who tries to steal the top shelf vodka gets a football to the eye.  


Santa busy in his workshop readying for all the children!
Santa & Rudolph
Santa is catching up with Rudolph to make sure he has been eating well before the big day and also to make sure he has polished up that rosy red nose to guide Santa's way!  Rudolph shows us that it is not only OK to be different, but sometimes it's useful!


Hermey!

Who doesn't remember Hermey the misfit elf?  All Hermey wanted to do was be a dentist!   Hermey is a great example to follow your dreams and do what is in your heart!

Yukon Cornelius

Mr. Yukon Cornelius is a prospector of silver and gold: two very important colors come the holiday season!
Charlie in the Box

Do you remember Charlie in the Box, from the Land of Misfit Toys?    Charlie believes that no child will want him because of his name.  Hasn't anyone told Charlie that a rose by any other name would smell just as sweet?  Charlie's ending is a happy one. Eventually he realizes there are children who love Charlie's in Boxes.  
Matryoshka Dolls - Russian Nesting Dolls
My nephew is quite fond of the Matryoshka dolls shown here.   Also, commonly referred to as Russian nesting dolls they are well known for the intricate paintings on the exterior and the themes ranging from soviet political figures to holiday related mythology as seen below.  I am amazed at how long my 8 year old nephew will take apart and put back together these amazing dolls.  

The last figure is turned from a solid piece of wood.  
Are you all getting in the holiday spirit?  Obviously we are!  


Peace, Love, and Good will on Earth,
Erin


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