Monday, November 21, 2011

Full Of Thoughts...and Thanks

The holidays always bring about a lot of feelings for everyone, not just me...Warm Fuzzy Hot Chocolate Memories..and The Aching Want of Days/People Gone By.

This year I have a lot to be thankful for. My family, Benjamin, new business, old and new friends. A new adventure that shows quips, turns, and elbow grease-- but the rewards are so plentiful. Whether its a smile that melts my heart--or a new word-- or a random person praising our hard work. Every action has a reaction, and every emotional investment has its returns... 


In such happy times, filled with food and family -- I cant help but to miss those that are gone.. My daddy-- this is our 9th Christmas without him. Our 9th year! He was so special, such a great great man, dad, POP-- and even though the holidays without him have become the norm-- all the changes that happened bc he is no longer here have become the norm and expected too.. Like the OLD TIMES-- the WHOLE family was there. We all ate, took pictures, ate, kids played-- the fellas rough housed in the front yard-- and the ladies cleaned the kitchen. Its sad now that its a mad rush to get there- everyone scarves down their plate- makes a plate for whomever didnt show- rush through the presents- and leave before the wrapping paper is even off the floor. There are the few who hang out- chat- catch up etc... but when my daddy was here- everyone stayed for a while. It was a "family day". I miss wrapping his undershirts and hershey kisses and chocolate syrup in a can (those were a staple under the tree) he was happy for the little things. I truly think he enjoyed the company more than the chocolate. And I miss that simplistic light on such a hectic day. I miss him tons!!


I have a lot of Christmas spirit.. I established my own little family(before Benne) of my former home, with my former life-- I was Holly Homemaker during the holidays.. and I loved it! I used to start baking Nov 1st- trying new recipes and always having my "taste tester" available and ready for sweets.. Thanksgiving had been held at my house for the past 5 years-- but I dont live there anymore. I dont have my own tree, nor my decorations to hang, nor my kitchen to bake... This year is so foreign to me. Its like that first Christmas after losing my dad-- Just breezed by. Alot of hurt, and alot of mixed emotions...and i have no concept of time. Thanksgiving is in 3 days... and had this been my usual routine.. Id have already started baking, and cleaning, and setting up my home for the festivities! So Im a little sad-- but on the brighter side.... i get to enjoy Benjamins First Holidays (where he is aware of whats happening) and not have to be worried about the carpet or where to put the dog or who will think im crazy for leaving my lights up until February! This is my year to sit back and be thankful for my family, and the great people in it. Next year will be the time to reinvent the holidays (although keeping some of my most prized traditions) and starting a new. 
Yes.. haha Im that GIRL! haha!!
Last Year... Seems like Yesterday!
Christmas At My Moms...
The Happy Hostess!


So heres to A HAPPY HOLIDAY SEASON!! Good food... Great Family... and a lil bit of Football! =) Oh and CAKE!! 
Happy Thanksgiving.. make sure to tell those who you are thankful for..

Tuesday, November 15, 2011

You've Got a Friend in Me....

Oh.. Toy Story--- how i USED to love you.... but the over exposure to Woody, Buzz and the gang has left me with this perpetual song playing in my head....


But when Benjamin can recognize and vocally state that he knows them, and sings the song when its on; it is by far the cutest and I will continue to quote the movie over and over in my head- even in my sleep.

You're my Favorite Deputy!!



This seems so long ago....

Sunday, November 13, 2011

Oh Sweet Fall...

I have been so so busy with Halloween, Benne, the Fair, and working that Ive blinked....it is already November 13th! Where has the time gone...I love Fall, the crisp smell of the air...sweaters and scarves.. boots....Halloween... the colors of the season are such a welcomed sight after a hot summer.....I love being outside all day!! the chilly cheeks are so totally worth it!!! Even though my hair may frizz from the heater-- My most favorite time of the year!!! Happy fall Yall







My two Most Favorite Handsome Boys..Benjamin and Wheeler.... Gearing up for some Halloween Fun!! They make such a fun team, I can only hope this sweetness lasts forever!!



Last year we got the fun idea to dress the boys as Homemade Octopus... and we had their pictures done together...They were so cute... and it seems like yesterday... this Halloween was a little different...







Vintage Hulk Hogan... And Cocky







I have to say... Hulk Hogan was most certainly my hero (alongside of my Daddy ofcourse) And I wanted to share my love of Wrestling in the 80s/early 90s....Other than the stache I was pleasantly pleased!!


So heres to Boots.. Leggings... Sweaters.. Turkey... Fall Brews and Battle of the Frizzz
Happy Season!!!






Monday, October 24, 2011

TODAY IS THE DAY!!!

Its the DAY!! We, being Snips Snails Fairytales ,launch our Zulily feature this morning!! Its so exciting that its bordering scary!!! I honestly was having trouble sleeping lastnight bc I kept dreaming of picture layouts, and our fabric choices, and the anticipation of watching the option dropbox looking for SOLD OUTS!! A girl can dream, eh? Reminded me of Christmas morning, I was up at 6- yet i couldnt see my presents because it still wasnt time!! Grr! (atleast Michael Jackson doesnt star as Santa in this scenario)<

So please wish us, Me and Brittiany, all the LUCK you have to send this way!! Dont forget to check out our Zulily Feature Shop , All Things Personalized Boutique

Thanks Y'all


Friday, October 21, 2011

Stitchin The Day Away...

Good Morning... well it may possibly be afternoon... I have diligently been stitching away for our Zulily Feature!!! SNips Snails Fairytales will be Featured on Zulily.com on MONDAY!! October 24tth!! We have over 500 pieces selling in the PERSONALIZATION BOUTIQUE!! soo very excited we are!!












Please pass around the word, invite friends, you get cash credit for each referral!!
CLICK TO SIGN UP!!!  Above are Samples of the Alphabets we will have online!!
Please pass the word along... this is HUGE for us!! We certainly arent Carters or any other commercially produced clothing company, each of these was sewn and cut and trimmed and designed by us for your little one!! =) Thanks!!

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****also wanna give a BIG THANK YOU to the monkey wranglers... Granny, Aunt Sandy, Uncle Eddie, and Uncle Timmy!!!! We appreciate you guys.. and promise there is a reward after Zulily is done!! xoxoxo*****

Thursday, October 20, 2011

.... 3 years later....

So Ive decided to re-join the BLOG nation...   Its been a WHILE... and ALOT has changed!!! I no longer am a bartending party girl.. my life has re-directed and I LOVE IT!! I have a little boy- my whole world- Benjamin Collier Scott. He is 15  months, wild and crazy and the Greatest thing to ever happen to me!!
So my days are no longer filled with sleeping til 10, starbucks, and shopping... ive traded my party pants for puzzles and swingsets! I love it.. So I will now blog about the crazy life I live.... the full on PARTY we have- dancing the Hotdog Dance!
Much more to come...Im still a fun, college football loving, Southern Girl-- but with the cutest little sidekick!

Much Love..
Holly


Love it!!!

We are so ready for Halloween..... Mommys favorite little munchkin  in disguise!


***Also..... have a GRAND ADVENTURE unfolding....

www.snipssnailsfairytales.com      SNIPS SNAILS FAIRYTALES!!!!  Unique Appliqued Handmade Childrens Apparel!! All with a Lowcountry Twist... Check out our website... like us on Facebook ----JUST CLICK>>>>>LIKE US ON FACEBOOK

Tuesday, January 13, 2009

New York..New York!!



OOOOHH MY LOVE OF THE E TRAIN

I AM TOTALLY CRAVING NEW YORK!! NOT JUST THE PIZZA AND CANOLI BUT THE ACTUAL STINK OF THE CITY!! I WANT TO BE THERE SOO EFFEN BAD!!! THERES JUST SOMETHING SO HONEST AND MESMERIZING AND JUST SO REAL ABOUT IT! I LOVE THE CRAZY CAB DRIVERS AND BARS THAT NEVER CLOSE. AND OFCOURSE THE SHOPPING!! ANYONE WHO KNOWS ME- KNOWS THAT!!

IF I CLOSE MY EYES I CAN STILL TASTE THE CREAMY, BUTTERY TASTE OF THE FETTUCINE ALFREDO FROM LA MELA-- MY FAVORITE SPOT IN LITTLE ITALY! I MISS THE CRAZY BANTER OF PEOPLE IN TIMES SQUARE, THE SNOBS OF PARK AVENUE- EVEN THE DOGS ARE RICH-AND THE CHATTER OF RANDOM PEOPLE SPITTING OUT DESIGNER NAMES..PSSSTT PSST LOUIS VUITTON, CHANEL, DIOR!! OH MY LONG LOST LOVE!! I FEEL AS IF NYC IS A BOY THAT I HAVE AN ENORMOUS CRUSH ON..ONE THAT I ADMIRE FROM AFAR! MORE LIKE AN OBSESSION THAN CRUSH!!

OK I JUST NEEDED TO VENT THAT!! IM GOING TO VICARIOUSLY BE THERE THROUGH CARRIE AND COMPANY!!! i heart ny Pictures, Images and Photos