Ahoy and Welcome Aboard America’s Hometown Christmas!
If you’ve been reading this blog since my introductory post
” From Sagebrush to Shorelines “ you already know I’m a born and bred western farmgirl, raised in the high desert of Northern Nevada. For most of my life the majestic Sierra Nevada’s Mountain Range was my playground. Lake Tahoe and its Nordic inspired cabins were only a short 50 minute drive away anytime the mood struck to breathe fresh mountain air, swim, hike, and camp, cross country ski, canoe, or just sight see. Christmas time in the Mountains was always magical. Imagine a six inch blanket of glistening snow resting on the evergreen branches of a hundred foot pine tree with a clear, bright blue sky over head. I can feel the cool air on my cheeks and smell the pungent scent of the pine forest just thinking about it. But, that was then and this is now and I’m here to tell you that a Coastal Christmas has its own brand of magic that’ll soak into your “ sea level ” soul quicker than a hermit crab can run for cover! There’s a joyful calm about Christmas near the sea.
I really like this. Every time I visit your posts it makes me feel like I am on vacation. So beautiful. Thank you for this mini vacation. Love the lights on the water.
Thank you Dolly! Glad you like…. 🙂 and thanks so much for reading and leaving me a note today! Deb
I enjoyed the walk thru your town. I loved sneaking a peek into the stores. I can see why you love it there.
So glad you came along for the tour Michelle! Deb
I just recently started reading your posts and really enjoy them. The tour of your town was absolutely charming. I don’t get to the East Coast very often so it was a delightful visit. I loved the opening photo with the boat and tree. Very creative. Happy holidays to you and yours.
Hello Jean and welcome! So glad you stopped by and thank you so much for reading! Holiday Blessings ~ Deb
Wow! If this post doesn’t make me want to slip on my decorating boots and get into the Christmas spirit, nothing will! My big FIND this year is a local store. It is called ‘Spice Traders Mercantile’, and it sells fresh extra virgin olive oils and balsamic vinegar. You can purchase many different flavors of oils, such as ‘Fresh Harvest Garlic’, or ‘Blood Orange’, etc. The vinegars are wonderful-‘caramel’, ‘cinnamon pear’, ‘chocolate mandarin’……They also sell flavored salts, spices, teas, beers and wine! My favorite gift certificate merchant this year…
Plymouth Rock and a Beach Farmgirl Gathering sounds perfect! Love the ocean and the history of the east coast…
Hugs!
Hi Jan! Your comment is mouthwatering. LOL! Everything sounds sooooo yummy! I’ll be on the lookout for something similar here! Perfect gift certificate idea too! Thanks for visiting dear Jan! Hugs and Happy Holidays to you and yours! Deb
Hi Deb, I always look forward to your articles. Thank you for sharing your beautiful pictures and experiences with us – you transport me in to another world which I very much enjoy. Wishing you and your family a Blessed Christmas, and a Happy New Year!!
Hi Patricia! Thank you so much! Blessings for a wonderful Christmas to you and yours too! Deb
Ahhh…thanks for the stroll. A lovely way to start my Saturday! Strolling down our downtown, though not quite as quaint, is decorated to the hilt! I love driving through at night when all the lights are on.
My house is decorated, mostly, few last touches. Love the warm glow of all the lights and candles.
Merry Christmas from the West Coast!
Merry Christmas dear Julia! I bet your cottage is lovely all decked out for the holidays! Thanks for stopping by today! Hugs, Deb
Loved the holiday tour and am very interested in the Beach Farmgirl Gathering in 2012. My beach place is in Cape May, NJ – another wonderful beach town that goes all out for Christmas – and every other holiday, including the annual Lima Bean Festival! Betcha don’t have that one in N.E.
Holiday Blessings, Joan Marie
Hi Joan! Wonderful! I am working on putting together some ideas and a time frame for The Beach Farmgirl Gathering When things are firmed up, I’ll post details… Coastal Blessings to you and yours! Deb
Deb,thanks for bringing me home once again. I loved the shops in downtown Plymouth, and going to eat at the Lobster Hut after a busy day on the town.
Your articles are so full of warmth and cheer…which tells me a lot about you. Thanks for your welcoming spirit. Pam
Hi Pam, I hoped you would see this entry! 🙂 Lobster Hut is still going strong;one of our favorite places too! They have the Best Chowdah! LOL! Thanks for reading and Merry Christmas to you and yours! Deb
I needed to go for a walk in an entirely different place. The song, ‘Its Beginning To Look A Lot Like Christmas’ is one of my VERY favorites, but the verses ‘look’ nothing like out here on the range in Wyoming. So, I took my walk down the sidewalk of your blog and then I had the perfect visual aids. Then, the lit tree on the dock was a perfect ending. Thank you for the virtual visit to a place that made the song real for me again. :o) your farmgirl friend, shery j
Hi Shery! I was hoping you’d get by for a stroll with me in Plymouth! I keep thinking about your Emmy Lou and how cute she is! How I would love a " real " visit in Wyoming! ((( ))) Deb
Hi Deb,
Finally get a chance to catch up on my reading! Plymouth looks like a great place to visit! I’d love to see Plymouth Rock and have lunch at that tearoom! Love your wreath, too. Merry Christmas from your bloggin’ sis,
Nicole (Suburban Farmgirl Blogger)