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Christmas Tour Of Homes 2008

December 15, 2008

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Hey, internets – welcome to the 2008 Christmas Tour of Homes!

I’ll go ahead and confess to y’all that I panicked a little bit last week when I realized that this tour-o-homes business was on the horizon and, HELLO, MY HOUSE LOOKS JUST LIKE IT ALWAYS DOES AT CHRISTMAS, OH SWEET MERCY THE PRESSURE.

But then I remembered that there are a few little traditions that I’ve never shared with you, and as you can imagine my relief was palpable.

First, though, let’s look at all the stuff that looks just like last year!

THIS MUST BE SO EXCITING!

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And with lights!

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Oh, we are very fancy. And once again I can take absolutely no credit at all for my tree, because Mama decorated every single bit of it. Thankfully she didn’t take any tree-related tumbles this year, though the decorating was briefly interrupted by a pesky stomach virus. Obviously she rebounded and finished the task at hand remarkably well.

As always I decorated the bar in our living room. For those of you who aren’t familiar with why there’s a bar in our living room, here’s the gist: our house was built in 1974, and apparently early-70s homeowners felt it was imperative that beverage service be located within ten feet of the television. For whatever reason I get a kick out of the fact that the wet bar now boasts garland, lights, Christmas stockings, and a one-armed monkey stocking hanger.

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See? That’s our one-armed monkey stocking hanger. The monkey used to have two arms, but then he tied up with a certain two year-old a few years ago, and the two year-old won. The monkey still does an absolutely beautiful job holding a stocking, though, and I smile every single time I walk past him.

(He’s also completely broken in two at the waist, so it stands to reason that he could use some encouragement.)

Our Christmas card tree – which is a 6 1/2 foot tree that we got for free and now use to display Christmas cards in the playroom – is one of my favorite traditions. It brings me untold delight, especially around December 24th when it’s chock-full-o-cards.

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And, as always, I LURVE me a festive table.

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For the last several years I’ve put my parents’ aluminum Christmas tree (from way back in ye olden 60s) in our little boy’s room. He loves it because it’s shiny (it’s also very lean-y) and because we put Mickey Mouse lights on it. All the ornaments on this tree are from my childhood – my brother’s elves, my sister’s carolers, my handmade stuff from Sunday School and kindergarten – and it’s so much fun to see how much the little man enjoys it.

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And another fun thing in his room? This giant stocking hanging from a curtain rod.

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In the past I’ve always done garland and lights outside our front door, but this year I wanted to do something a little more simple because, well, I just wanted to do something a little more simple, AS IS MY PREROGATIVE AS A FEMALE, OH THANK YOU. So I found this cool iron container at TJ Maxx for $9.99, and I filled it with some pieces of a shrub that’s in our backyard.

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And just to clarify for all you gardener people, I believe that the Latin name of the greenery I used is shrubae in our backyardae.

Be sure to look for it in your favorite horticulture journals.

The container tends to clang against the front door when people walk in or leave, so it also works as a bell. Who knew my $9.99 would provide me with a container for greenery and an entry notification system? I’m completely undeserving of such good fortune.

Finally, when we were visiting my brother and sister-in-law last weekend, I was totally captivated by the Nativity scene they have in their foyer – and I took a picture of it just for y’all. Because I love how every single creature in the stable is looking at the manger and anticipating the arrival of Jesus.

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May the same be true of us, sweet friends.

Thanks so much for joining in the fun today – I hope you have a great time touring and commenting and visiting and whathaveyou. Remember, as I’ve said before, this is a marathon, not a sprint, so PACE YOURSELVES, PEOPLE. Drink lots of water, eat lots of protein, and please, as always, no wagering.

Oh, I kid. But y’all make this so much fun, and I am grateful.

Four quick things before I go:

- It would be great if you’d leave a comment when you visit the blogs that are participating in the Tour. Even a short comment can encourage someone so much!

- Here’s a refresher on Christmas Tour guidelines.

- Everyone who leaves a comment is eligible to win a very special door prize from Engraved Euniques. I’ll draw for the prize this Friday, December 19.

- Please make sure to leave a link for YOUR POST’S SPECIFIC URL, NOT THE GENERAL URL OF YOUR BLOG.

Merry Christmas, y’all!

695 Comments

  1. Quirky says:

    I’m all decked and ready to go! Bring on the tinsel and eggnog!

    December 15th, 2008 at 12:03 am

  2. Holley says:

    Happy Christmas to all and to all a good night!

    December 15th, 2008 at 12:03 am

  3. mary (megardengal) says:

    Oh I can’t wait to see all the wonderful homes!!! THis is so much fun!! THank you for all your work getting this together! I did a Mr. Linky 1 time and it took me all day to get it to work!!!!

    blessings
    mary

    December 15th, 2008 at 12:04 am

  4. Jennifer@Smelling Coffee says:

    Just beautiful! And I love your Christmas Card Tree! Thanks for doing this. It will be fun!!!

    December 15th, 2008 at 12:04 am

  5. Phillips Phamily Mama says:

    LOVING blue feathers!

    December 15th, 2008 at 12:04 am

  6. Praise and Coffee says:

    Girl, your home is beautiful as always. I heart TJ Maxx!!!
    Thanks again for hosting this, you’re such a blessing.
    Sue

    December 15th, 2008 at 12:04 am

  7. Laryssa @ Heaven In The Home says:

    Boo Mama, Thanks for hosting this tour!
    I’m looking forward to seeing everyone’s beautiful homes!

    December 15th, 2008 at 12:04 am

  8. Jamie Lea says:

    I love your home, I borrowed your idea for the Christmas card tree last year :-) Thanks for hosting this, I love seeing everyone’s homes.

    Have a wonderful and blessed Christmas.

    December 15th, 2008 at 12:05 am

  9. ellen b says:

    Love your shrubae! Love your post. Thanks for hosting. The Nativity is wonderful…

    December 15th, 2008 at 12:05 am

  10. Traci@TotalMomsense says:

    Beautiful decorations- I am so impressed that you have a tablescape AND a small child. That is quite an accomplishment! Merry Christmas!

    December 15th, 2008 at 12:06 am

  11. Michelle says:

    Merry Christmas Boo Family.I’m glad that you Mama didn’t take a tumble this year.

    December 15th, 2008 at 12:06 am

  12. Sarah Valente (kingdom mama) says:

    This is so much fun! Thanks so much!

    December 15th, 2008 at 12:06 am

  13. kari and kijsa says:

    We love it- so beautiful! We are so excited about a fun giveaway in honor of women we are having as well, and a Christmas one coming up!
    So excited to see all the homes!

    blessings,
    kari & kijsa

    December 15th, 2008 at 12:06 am

  14. annie's eyes says:

    I just love the warmth your home exudes. The soft lights and the beautiful nativity…all say Merry Christmas, Boomama. Thanks for hosting, and by the way, your Latin is very similiar to what we call “road-sidia” for the beautiful wildflowers we pick beside the road. Blessed Christmas!

    December 15th, 2008 at 12:06 am

  15. The Nester says:

    I feel like I’m at one of those secret sales where all the women are fighting each other to get the best stuff! How fun to stay up and try to see what place we can get!

    Now I need to go back and read your post. Hate me.

    December 15th, 2008 at 12:06 am

  16. Traci@TotalMomsense says:

    Beautiful decorations- I am so impressed that you have a tablescape AND a small child. That is quite an accomplishment! Merry Christmas!

    December 15th, 2008 at 12:07 am

  17. Kristi says:

    Love your home…so fun and festive. Love the Christmas card tree. What a wonderful tradtion. And…is that Heritage Hall dinnerware? I have it, too, if it is!
    Thank you for doing this awesome tour. So excited to participate this year!
    Blessings & Hugs!

    December 15th, 2008 at 12:07 am

  18. Leslie Ruth says:

    Those fabulous feather trees on your dining room table and your Christmas card tree will be my guiding inspirations as I shop all the post-Christmas sales. Thanks so much for doing this! I’m a first-timer and having been looking forward to this for WEEKS :)

    December 15th, 2008 at 12:07 am

  19. Lysa TerKeurst says:

    Boo- your house is most lovely.

    I especially love that little silver tree! How fun.

    And the anticipation in the stable- amazing. Truth.

    December 15th, 2008 at 12:07 am

  20. Joanne says:

    I just LOVE the idea of a Christmas card tree.

    Great….now I have one more thing to add to my to-do list.

    Thanks for hosting this Boo Mama.

    Merry Christmas

    December 15th, 2008 at 12:07 am

  21. Cyndi says:

    Beautiful! I used shrubae backyardae in my decor as well. Thanks for hosting the tour. It’s my first year and I have been chomping at the bit!

    December 15th, 2008 at 12:07 am

  22. Kelly the Kitchen Kop says:

    OK, this must be some crazy wild home tour. I signed on, got the #1 spot and did a happy dance, and looked again and I was #14!! There must have been a bunch of us at the same time. Can’t wait to go nosing around in everyone’s homes!

    Thanks for doing this. :)
    Kelly

    December 15th, 2008 at 12:07 am

  23. Kelly says:

    I love your Christmas card tree and your dining room table!
    I love this tour – it’s SOOOOOOOOOOOOOO very fun – thank you for hosting every year!!!!
    Merry Christmas Sophie and Sophie’s family!

    December 15th, 2008 at 12:07 am

  24. Lana G! says:

    Love the Christmas Card tree! What a wonderful idea! Will have to do that.

    Thanks for hosting and Merry Christmas to you and your family! Blessings on you and yours.

    December 15th, 2008 at 12:08 am

  25. Kelli says:

    Thank you for hosting the tour…it’s always lots of fun! Your home is festive with lots of great Christmas touches!
    ~Kelli

    December 15th, 2008 at 12:08 am

  26. Elaine says:

    This is so much fun – thanks for hosting again this year!

    I love your festive table, the christmas card tree and the one-armed monkey the most. : )

    I smiled REALLY big when I saw your brother and SIL’s nativity because my mother has the same figurines. At leat I know the angel and the wisemen and some of the animals are the same for sure.

    Merry Christmas!!

    December 15th, 2008 at 12:08 am

  27. Julie from Inmates says:

    Thanks for the tour! I enjoyed seeing your home and I am a loyal reader of your blog. Merry CHRISTmas Boo Mama. =)

    December 15th, 2008 at 12:09 am

  28. Dianne says:

    Oh my-so many tours to go on and you just posted! Wow!
    Your home looks very lovely and festive. My son, now 22, loved a tree in his room. I have the box in his room now, waiting for his arrival home from PSU.
    Merry Christmas!

    December 15th, 2008 at 12:09 am

  29. Muddy says:

    I was so excited you were hosting this again this year. What a lovely home you have. Thank you so much for sharing your home with us…but more so…Thank you for sharing your life with us. I am richer for it!

    God bless and take good care …

    December 15th, 2008 at 12:09 am

  30. Ashley says:

    I loved doing this and can’t wait to tour everyone’s homes! :o)

    December 15th, 2008 at 12:09 am

  31. Lora @ By the Lamp Light says:

    Your home is lovely BooMama! Thank you kindly for hosting the Christmas tour.

    December 15th, 2008 at 12:09 am

  32. Kim says:

    Thanks for hosting this! How fun!
    Merry Christmas BooMama!
    -Kim

    December 15th, 2008 at 12:09 am

  33. Carrie says:

    TOTALLY LOL-ed over your “shrubae in our backyardae.”

    And the whole explanation as to the bar in the living room. ;D Great fun.

    Thanks for hosting and Merry Christmas!

    December 15th, 2008 at 12:09 am

  34. Julia @ Hooked on Houses says:

    Wow! Look at all the people who have lined up already, and here I thought I was showing up early! Can’t wait to see what everyone has to show us. Thanks for hosting the tour! -Julia :-)

    December 15th, 2008 at 12:09 am

  35. Lavonne says:

    Thanks for hosting. This was fun!

    December 15th, 2008 at 12:10 am

  36. Tammy @ Greek GRITS says:

    Your tree is just beautiful and I love the silver tree in your son’s room.

    Thanks for being a great hostess. Blessings to you and a very Merry Christmas.

    December 15th, 2008 at 12:10 am

  37. JanMary, N Ireland says:

    LOVE the giant stocking – our kids would have great expectations of it being filled, right where it hangs!

    As always thanks for linking us all up, and I hope if you get a moment (cause there are so many of those to spare at this time of year) that you manage to pop over and see me in Northern Ireland. Thanks to the wonder of the internet, you won’t even suffer jet lag or suffer the joys of airport security!

    Christmas Greetings to you and yours at this special time of the year.

    December 15th, 2008 at 12:11 am

  38. Moriah @ Please Pass the Salt says:

    Okay, honestly? My first thought upon glimpsing your tree was about your mama under it. Tickled that you mentioned it.

    I, too, love the blue feathers.

    And I’m SURE I would be begged for an aluminum tree if Drew saw that picture of Howard’s room. So it’ll just be our little secret, mkay?

    December 15th, 2008 at 12:12 am

  39. Gigi says:

    That one-armed monkey is awesome. The arm broke on my Willow Tree Angel of Happiness, and I kept asking my husband to fix it. He kept forgetting, so one day I fixed it myself, I did, and I love it even more now because, ya’ll, I FIXED MY OWN ANGEL OF HAPPINESS. That’s some deep symbolism there. Not sure if the monkey is symbolic, but he’s still cute.

    December 15th, 2008 at 12:13 am

  40. Kristi says:

    Oh, I am so excited. I got to visit each blog last year…and this year I get to join the fun. Christmas blessings to you and your family!

    December 15th, 2008 at 12:13 am

  41. Lisa@take90west.com says:

    Mama is a tree decorating genius.
    And I must find me some feather trees. Because they are fab.

    December 15th, 2008 at 12:13 am

  42. Jill says:

    Thanks so much for hosting again this year. This is my third year participating. I love your table and that HUGE stocking…and most of all your nativity. Merry Christmas to you and your family!

    December 15th, 2008 at 12:14 am

  43. Shannon@Silver Trappings says:

    I love the feather trees on your table, and the silver tinsel tree!

    Thanks for hosting this fun party.

    Shannon

    December 15th, 2008 at 12:15 am

  44. Jennifer@Smelling Coffee says:

    I just have to say: I can not believe how many people are up so late at night – me included. I was having a hot flash and couldn’t sleep – so I thought I would get a jump start on the link thing. This is amazing! I’ve never seen anything like it! I’m cooling off a little, so…Good night, everyone… :-)

    December 15th, 2008 at 12:16 am

  45. Julie Monroe says:

    Thank you for hosting such a great party. I can’t wait to visit all the lovely homes.

    December 15th, 2008 at 12:16 am

  46. Lisa says:

    Your home is lovely. I am right there with you anticipating the arrival of Jesus!! Thank you.

    December 15th, 2008 at 12:20 am

  47. Erika says:

    My goodness!! 78 people in twenty minutes?!?!?! Wow!!

    December 15th, 2008 at 12:23 am

  48. Ashley @ mrs007.com says:

    My favorite things are…

    the monkey

    the blue trees on the dining room table

    the vintage tree in your son’s room

    the huge stocking hanging from the window (my mom has one slightly smaller from when I was born. My b’day is Dec 22nd so the nurses brought me to her in a big red stocking)

    and my most favorite thing is the nativity…If I only put one thing out it would be our nativity. There is just something special about the baby Jesus. Or baybee Jesus as my family says :)

    I can’t wait to see everyone’s decorations! Thank you for hosting this lovely event!

    December 15th, 2008 at 12:24 am

  49. rachel says:

    Thanks for the tour! Your tree topper is beautiful and I love the card tree. So clever!

    December 15th, 2008 at 12:25 am

  50. Jackie @ Our Moments Our Memories says:

    Your one-armed monkey just stole my heart. He’d make me smile every time I’d walk by too.

    Thank you SO MUCH for hosting this, BooMama…as evidenced by the rush of linkage at midnight, it was a much-anticipated event!

    December 15th, 2008 at 12:27 am

  51. Janice (5 Minutes for Mom) says:

    Oh girl – I just LURVE your festive table and everything else. I esp love your son’s tree.

    I was going to decorate a tree for Jackson’s room and show it off this year since my decor is all the same as past years.

    BUT I got me some DOUBLE, antibiotic resistant mastitis going on, so no extra decorating happened. :(

    So my post is sparse and quick, but at least it will be a quick stop on people’s touring.

    MERRY CHRISTMAS dear friend!! Susan and I LOVE YOU!!!!

    December 15th, 2008 at 12:28 am

  52. Shannon says:

    Beautiful….EVERYTHING!!

    What a fun, fun thing! Thanks so much!

    December 15th, 2008 at 12:29 am

  53. Maya@Completely Coastal says:

    You’ve got some great ideas…, the cards on the tree and the giant stocking I love! Merry Christmas.

    December 15th, 2008 at 12:29 am

  54. Deedra says:

    I love the card tree idea! It may…MAY have just inspired me to go out an saw down another spiky thorny evergreen from the pasture…LOL!

    Or maybe I’ll just buy one at the Dollar Store?

    December 15th, 2008 at 12:29 am

  55. Tanya says:

    I love visiting all the homes featured! And I made cookies for all the guests :)

    December 15th, 2008 at 12:31 am

  56. Lesia says:

    OHHH !! I LOVE THE TREES!! BUT we need to get ya’ll a new stocking holder asap :-)
    great job loved it all.Merry CHRISTmas !!
    Lesia
    (pajama mama)

    December 15th, 2008 at 12:34 am

  57. Jenni says:

    Merry Christmas, Boomama! I love your decor, and am so glad you did this again!

    December 15th, 2008 at 12:34 am

  58. AndiK says:

    Your house is beautiful! And now on to the nativity scene…

    Any idea where your brother/sister-in-law purchased said nativity scene? Was it a recent purchase? I’ve yet to find a nativity scene that fits my exacting standards (the usual cast of characters, PLUS 2 angels, shepherds, all three wisemen, preferably 3 camels, a cow, a sheep or two frolicking about, and most definitely a donkey). This one looks like it’s close to fitting the bill…

    December 15th, 2008 at 12:41 am

  59. catsmum says:

    LOL in the time it took me to get the post up the house tour went from ‘not up yet’ to ‘you are # 90′
    now if my DD hadn’t dragged me out all day, the post would’ve been all crafted and ready

    December 15th, 2008 at 12:43 am

  60. kerry @ colored with memories says:

    i love your table setting…so beautiful.

    and the “entry notification system”…too funny!

    December 15th, 2008 at 12:52 am

  61. Tiffany in Washington says:

    Lurve it all, girl! You done and gone out did yurself now! Good stuff and with the witty personality to boot! Wonderful!

    December 15th, 2008 at 12:55 am

  62. Niki says:

    Hey all from Australia, had a little trouble posting my link. Got it right in the end. So I’m on there 3 times. Doh. Sorry. Happy Christmas everyone. Can’t wait to look at everyone’s tours.

    Cheers Niki x

    December 15th, 2008 at 1:02 am

  63. Angela says:

    Love the aluminum tree. Love the broken monkey stocking holder. Love all of it. Merry Christmas!

    December 15th, 2008 at 1:09 am

  64. Cate says:

    Hi there from New Zealand. My first time participating in the tour, but I loved visiting the homes last year.

    Thanks so much for hosting this, LOVE your tablesetting, and a Merry Christmas to you & yours BooMama!

    Cate x

    December 15th, 2008 at 1:15 am

  65. Julie says:

    Thank you for hosting! Merry Christmas everyone!

    December 15th, 2008 at 1:23 am

  66. Carey says:

    Beautiful home, Boomama! I’m new (VERY new as in less than two weeks) to this blogging thing so I’m looking forward to have some guests of my own.

    Happy holidays!

    December 15th, 2008 at 1:40 am

  67. margaret says:

    Love the blue feather trees..actually love everything..thanks for sharing!

    December 15th, 2008 at 1:41 am

  68. stephanie says:

    What a terrific group of Holiday Homes parties is going on. I’ve linked to my home tour that I just posted as I’ll be away for a few days, but can’t wait to visit all upon my return.

    Big TX Hugs,
    Stephanie
    Angelic Accents

    December 15th, 2008 at 1:56 am

  69. Arleen @ Seasons for All at Home says:

    I love your holiday decor, and thank you for inviting me into your home. Merry Christmas! ~Arleen

    December 15th, 2008 at 1:57 am

  70. Jerri says:

    Wow, thanks for hosting this! I love your tree & I like the way you’ve got the lights around the stockings. I like the aluminum tree too!

    December 15th, 2008 at 1:59 am

  71. Jen@Balancing Beauty and Bedlam says:

    Such fun….I have been gone for 9 days, and didn’t have any of my pics with me. Walked in the door and did what I could at 3:00 am… :)

    December 15th, 2008 at 2:16 am

  72. Brandy Foshe says:

    Lovin’ it!

    December 15th, 2008 at 2:18 am

  73. Jan says:

    I can’t believe it’s 2:22am and I’m actually up posting:) What a FANTASTIC and FUN idea for a blog party!! Thanks!

    December 15th, 2008 at 2:24 am

  74. Vicky says:

    Your house looks lovely Boo! Since joining the ranks of blog land I have enjoyed the Christmas Tour of Homes more than anything! It’s late … and I had to re-do some links so I will visit in the morning over coffee to see the other lovely homes. Oops … I also need to edit the link to the button back to your tour page … dag gone it!

    December 15th, 2008 at 2:25 am

  75. Aubien says:

    This is my first Mr.Linky and I think I doofussed it up a little. Oh well, hopefully everyone will still be able to find my post and visit my decorations! I just love your holiday decorations…thank you for posting them!

    December 15th, 2008 at 2:29 am

  76. Sharon K. says:

    You have beautiful Christmas decorations, BooMama. My favorite is your Christmas Tree card holder. LOVE IT! What a great idea!

    Thank you for putting together this Tour of Homes and for allowing us to take part in the fun. We very much appreciate it.

    Merry Christmas and God Bless!

    December 15th, 2008 at 2:47 am

  77. raquel says:

    so excited! thanks for hosting.

    December 15th, 2008 at 2:52 am

  78. Robin (PENSIEVE) says:

    I’ve officially lost my mind; because my laptop’s broken, I wrote this on our pc and I am ashamed to admit how long it took.

    It’s a disgrace. Insult to injury? I couldn’t edit my pictures, which apparently I learned, is worse than scratching nails on a blackboard! :)

    LOVE the tree in Alex’s room…that bit of nostalgia is the thing I love about Christmas tradition. Those ornaments could tell plenty of stories themselves.

    Thanks, Sophie…last year after the tour, one of my childhood best friends found my blog! Now THAT’S magic!

    :)

    December 15th, 2008 at 2:57 am

  79. Just Mom says:

    Love the decorations.

    This is the first time I’m participating in your tour of homes. Thank you for hosting it.

    December 15th, 2008 at 3:05 am

  80. Linds says:

    Beautiful! I love your Tout, Sophie!
    I arrived at my sister’s home up in the Alps last night, and the first thing I did this morning was photograph some of her beautiful home!

    December 15th, 2008 at 3:11 am

  81. Linds says:

    Tour. I can spell. I think…

    December 15th, 2008 at 3:12 am

  82. Indiana Keetha says:

    I BARELY got ready in time – - -

    December 15th, 2008 at 3:31 am

  83. Christine says:

    Oh, I am SOO Excited about the tour this year! Last year was so much fun, I just knew I wanted to be part of this year! And I am!! I just launched our blog last week with the intention of making BooMama’s Tour of Homes it’s “official” debut!! Come check us out! We’re #137 in the Mr. Linky above! There’s only four posts so not a lot to get caught up on! I can’t wait to see what everyone else has done this year. But tomorrow…I’m up way past my bedtime! ;) Merry Christmas!

    December 15th, 2008 at 3:34 am

  84. Stephanie says:

    Merry Christmas! This is my first year participating in the tour and I can’t wait to take a look around everyones homes. Thanks for having us.

    December 15th, 2008 at 4:09 am

  85. Sara says:

    I didn’t show my dining room. It’s is uncharacteristically covered in projects. Sigh. Your tree is beautiful—I can’t wait to take lots more tours!

    December 15th, 2008 at 4:22 am

  86. Dena says:

    Love your tree and all decorations. Your table is gorgeous! Thank you for hosting this tour. I’m anxious to make my way through the list to see everyones homes. Merry Christmas!

    December 15th, 2008 at 4:27 am

  87. Mom in High Heels says:

    Oh, what fun! If only I could join. We have very few decorations up because the Army has yet to deliver our stuff. I’m sad. Looking at other people’s stuff makes me happy though, so thanks@

    December 15th, 2008 at 4:29 am

  88. Mumameee says:

    What a fun thing to do!! I have joined in for the first time this year. We live in Australia so it’s warm, no snow, & Santa comes in through the front door as we don’t have a chimney! Happy Christmas!

    December 15th, 2008 at 4:32 am

  89. Nicole @ The Graves' House says:

    i can’t wait to return home from work this evening! i’m curling up in front of our computer with a cup of something warm and gonna enjoy the tours… thanks for hosting!

    December 15th, 2008 at 4:49 am

  90. nora says:

    Thanks BooMama! I don’t know if I would have bothered decorating this year if I weren’t excited about the tour. I’m so glad I did!

    December 15th, 2008 at 4:53 am

  91. karen says:

    I love the one armed monkey! Everything looks beautiful. Enjoy the rest of the season.

    December 15th, 2008 at 4:55 am

  92. Anne says:

    Can’t wait to look at all the pretty decorations:).

    December 15th, 2008 at 5:11 am

  93. the pleasures of homemaking says:

    Thanks so much for hosting, this is my first time participating and I’m so looking forward to seeing everyone’s decorations!

    Manuela

    December 15th, 2008 at 5:19 am

  94. Beverly says:

    Merry Christmas. Loving this idea as much as I did last year and your house is beautiful.

    Beverly

    December 15th, 2008 at 5:21 am

  95. Laurel says:

    Very pretty. I love your door decoration, I like the unusual also. I will have to remember that idea. Love all your trees, you have a regular forest going on. The card tree is awesome.

    Thank you for all your hard work in hosting this. I just love snooping in other’s houses to see their decorations.

    Blessings.

    December 15th, 2008 at 5:23 am

  96. Susan says:

    Your plates are beautiful! Thanks so much for hosting the tour; this is my first year and I just love it.

    December 15th, 2008 at 5:23 am

  97. Jennifer, Snapshot says:

    You are funny! I’ll bet that’s the first time you’ve heard that.

    The way you described the bar (this time) clicked into memory about the wet bar that is in my parents’ home — which we moved into brand-new around 1976. It is indeed 10 (or 12) feet from the TV, but it’s just one of those sliding door closet things. It has a sink of course, the cubbard under for the bar items, and the glass shelves for the glasses above. And of course behind the shelves is that type of mirror with the spider veins. It’s all very classy, and I don’t think we ever used it all.

    December 15th, 2008 at 5:24 am

  98. Joan says:

    Sorry about the linky thing, need more coffee. Anyway, love this idea and I hope to get around to every single home, maybe not all in one day, but it will be fun trying. Thanks BooMama for doing this.

    Merry Christmas!

    December 15th, 2008 at 5:25 am

  99. Jenny from Chicago says:

    Long time fan, first time caller. Thanks for hosting.

    December 15th, 2008 at 5:32 am

  100. Jenny from Chicago says:

    And your home is beautiful….love the big tree. Thanks again.

    December 15th, 2008 at 5:32 am

  101. HOOTIN' ANNI says:

    Lovely!!!

    My ‘tour’ is a slide show of 48 “FACES OF CHRISTMAS” –closeups of things sitting ’round my home for the holidays.

    December 15th, 2008 at 5:33 am

  102. Dana says:

    thank you for this fun idea!
    Merry Christmas! Love, Dana

    December 15th, 2008 at 5:39 am

  103. One Beloved Sister says:

    This is my first time to participate. I am excited! :) Can’t wait to see everyone else’s homes.

    December 15th, 2008 at 5:44 am

  104. One Beloved Sister says:

    Oops…I think I posted my link twice. Sorry. I’m new at this. :(

    December 15th, 2008 at 5:46 am

  105. Brooke says:

    This is so fun! I love Christmas!

    December 15th, 2008 at 5:47 am

  106. Carol says:

    I just started blogging – so I’m not sure how to add pics, etc – but when I discovered this wonderful house tour, I just had to peek at what everyone else is doing! This is so much fun!!! IF I can tear myself away from looking at all the other blogs, I might have time to take some pics of my house and try to post them…but I still have so much to learn, I might not make it this year!

    December 15th, 2008 at 5:50 am

  107. betsy says:

    my house is ready for everyone to tour.

    December 15th, 2008 at 5:53 am

  108. jill_in_AL says:

    This was fun to do and I look forward to seeing everyone’s decorations and homes. Blessings to all, Jill

    December 15th, 2008 at 5:58 am

  109. HennHouse (Karin) says:

    Thanks for organizing the tour!

    I LOVE your china!

    December 15th, 2008 at 5:59 am

  110. Kim says:

    Goodness! You weren’t kidding about “pacing” ourselves :-) Here in Argentina we’re four hours ahead of y’all so I figured I’d be near the beginning when I got up and posted this morning. Not even close! Do some of your readers stay up all night to come to your parties?

    December 15th, 2008 at 6:01 am

  111. Kim says:

    Thank you for organizing this! I am glad to be able to participate.

    I love your Card Tree, great idea.

    Merry Christmas,
    Kim

    December 15th, 2008 at 6:03 am

  112. Kelly @ The Beauty of Sufficient Grace says:

    What fun, Big Mama! Your house looks beautiful. Merry Christmas…

    December 15th, 2008 at 6:06 am

  113. Amanda says:

    Love the tinsel tree!

    December 15th, 2008 at 6:09 am

  114. Julie says:

    LOVE LOVE the tour of homes!! And I love your Christmas cards on the tree–very cute!

    December 15th, 2008 at 6:11 am

  115. Maria in NC says:

    Thanks for doing the tour again. It is always great to visit all the homes.
    Merry Christmas!

    December 15th, 2008 at 6:18 am

  116. Dina @ 4 Lettre Words says:

    So much fun!! Thank you for doing this!

    December 15th, 2008 at 6:19 am

  117. Diane@A Picture is worth.... says:

    Hi Boomama,
    Thanks for hosting this Open House. Wow…you sure do have lots of participants already!

    I hope to get around to lots of them, but it will take a while!

    Your decorations look great-everything from your tree to your Christmas card diplay.

    I really like the Nativity with all of the visitors looking at the Baby Jesus-I may have to go ‘tweak’ mine!

    From another MS gal,
    Diane

    December 15th, 2008 at 6:20 am

  118. Rhondi says:

    Thanks for doing this Christmas tour again this year. I sure was surprised when I signed in at 7:00am this morning and found there were already 200 people on the tour! Merry Christmas
    Hugs, Rhondi

    December 15th, 2008 at 6:24 am

  119. Cheryl says:

    I totally fell in love with your card tree last year but never got one for us. I’m so buying me another tree after Christmas this year specifically for that purpose!

    Thanks for hosting this!
    Love it!

    December 15th, 2008 at 6:26 am

  120. Shannon says:

    A Christmas card tree is a wonderful idea! I’ll have to remember that for next year.

    December 15th, 2008 at 6:27 am

  121. Kim says:

    THIS IS SO MUCH FUN!!! I found your website via Lysa TerKurst–I can’t wait to check out everyones elses tour!

    I love your Christmas Card tree–I never know how to display all the beautiful cards we get–very cool!!

    Merry Christmas!

    December 15th, 2008 at 6:28 am

  122. Keetha says:

    My parents have a silver metallic tree that had been my mother’s parents when she was little. I love that!

    December 15th, 2008 at 6:30 am

  123. Laura says:

    This is fun. Thank you!

    December 15th, 2008 at 6:35 am

  124. Renee says:

    Thanks for having this! I love seeing what everyone else does!

    December 15th, 2008 at 6:38 am

  125. Val says:

    this is so fun! thank you!

    December 15th, 2008 at 6:39 am

  126. Robin says:

    Great Idea! Found this from a frined’s blog. Love it!
    Blessings
    Robin

    December 15th, 2008 at 6:40 am

  127. Heather says:

    So much fun! Thanks for hosting this again this year!

    December 15th, 2008 at 6:43 am

  128. V. says:

    ooooh, I wish I took today off of work!

    Were people sitting by their computers at midnight??? It’s only 6 am here and I’m already in the 200’s…It’s going to be a long evening looking at these all when I get home – thanks for putting this on again!

    December 15th, 2008 at 6:44 am

  129. Jen the Newlywed says:

    Everything looks just divine!! This is so fun :) Can’t wait to see how everyone’s turns out!

    December 15th, 2008 at 6:48 am

  130. Carol says:

    Festive and gorgeous, Boo! Love the table.

    My, but the Tour has surely grown over the past couple of years! So fun!

    December 15th, 2008 at 6:48 am

  131. linda t says:

    Thank you so much!!
    Oh man, to be able to go inside over 200 homes decorated for Christmas!! WOW!
    I better get busy!

    December 15th, 2008 at 6:48 am

  132. Malinda says:

    Merry Christmas! Thanks for hosting this.

    December 15th, 2008 at 6:55 am

  133. Sheila says:

    Thank you for sharing pictures from your home, it is very beautiful!

    December 15th, 2008 at 6:55 am

  134. Jada says:

    Thanks for hosting! Love your tree!

    December 15th, 2008 at 7:00 am

  135. Krysta says:

    Your home is beautiful! I love the tree for your cards. Thank you for hosting this! So much fun!

    December 15th, 2008 at 7:01 am

  136. Kimba @ A Soft Place to Land says:

    I am a complete idiot. No way around it. I actually set my alarm to get up and be one of the first to add my link. That’s not the part that makes me an idiot.

    The idiot part comes in where I didn’t hear my alarm and wandered downstairs
    2:00am. Oh well, I like being #77!

    Now here’s the real idiot part. When I linked up, I didn’t use the link to my House Tour post. I linked back to your party post. See? Idiot.

    You can delete #77 if you would like or you can change the link to http://asoftplacetoland-kimba.blogspot.com/2008/12/love-me-some-parties.html.

    Kimba

    December 15th, 2008 at 7:01 am

  137. Jeanne says:

    Boomama, this is amazing. Your decorations are fun as well as festive. This is my first time to participate and I am having fun with it. thank you for the great Christmas homes reveal event.

    Hugs…Jeanne

    December 15th, 2008 at 7:08 am

  138. Judy@In His Grip says:

    I am looking forward to checking out everyone else’s holiday homes.

    December 15th, 2008 at 7:08 am

  139. Sherry says:

    Wow! It’s early and I am number 230!
    Your Christmas decor is beautiful. Thanks for hosting this. It’s been fun.

    December 15th, 2008 at 7:10 am

  140. Linda@ Restyled Home says:

    Thanks for hosting this! I love your decor, especially that silver tree. So vintage and would look perfect in my home…

    December 15th, 2008 at 7:11 am

  141. Heather says:

    The Christmas tree for cards is a great idea. And feather trees on your table? F-a-n-c-y!

    December 15th, 2008 at 7:13 am

  142. Cari Ogden says:

    Thanks for letting us share in the fun!

    December 15th, 2008 at 7:15 am

  143. Andrea Peterson says:

    Yeah! My first year to participate!
    I will get NOTHING done today but look at all the ideas!

    December 15th, 2008 at 7:15 am

  144. Becca says:

    It looks like I am going to have a nice icy and cold day to stay inside and tour homes!

    December 15th, 2008 at 7:18 am

  145. abby says:

    So excited to see everyone’s decorations!

    December 15th, 2008 at 7:19 am

  146. T @ Harvesting Tulips says:

    And here I thought I would be early linking before work… I love your Christmas card tree!

    December 15th, 2008 at 7:20 am

  147. Brittany says:

    I love that you host this! I love home tours. Thank you!

    December 15th, 2008 at 7:21 am

  148. Rhoda says:

    Hey Sophie! It all looks SO festive, esp. with all your descriptions. I’m doing a Holiday tour at my blog too, so I hope you’ll come and add your link. Merry Christmas!!

    December 15th, 2008 at 7:21 am

  149. Megan says:

    I LOVE the Christmas card tree idea. I may have to use that one some year…

    December 15th, 2008 at 7:22 am

  150. Lynn says:

    Thanks for organizing so much fun. It should be illegal.
    MERRY CHRISTmas to your family and all.

    December 15th, 2008 at 7:26 am

  151. Jenni says:

    so fun!!!

    December 15th, 2008 at 7:31 am

  152. sara's art house says:

    So much fun! I look forward to the tour every year! Thanks!!!

    December 15th, 2008 at 7:31 am

  153. The Gang's All Here! says:

    This is so fun. I’ll get mine up ASAP. In the meantime. I love that nativity set – I totally teared up when I saw it: it reminded me of the one my Grandmother had in her living room all the years I was growing up. She’s home now with Jesus and this time of year, I miss her more than I can possibly say. Thanks for posting it – I’m very blessed to have such godly and happy memories of her.

    December 15th, 2008 at 7:31 am

  154. Jennifer says:

    I’m in! This is fun! I’m ready to spend all day looking around, I mean, taking care of my kids.

    December 15th, 2008 at 7:31 am

  155. Meredith says:

    Beautiful! Your table looks like it could grace the pages of Southern Living!

    I can’t wait to check out all the homes on your tour.

    December 15th, 2008 at 7:33 am

  156. Jaelle @ momtothreebabies.blogspot.com says:

    My first tour!! Im sooo excited! Thanks so much! Your home is awesome!! I LOVE the monkey stocking holder! Cracks me up!
    Love, Jaelle

    December 15th, 2008 at 7:35 am

  157. Jodie says:

    May I just say that your table is loverly? Your table is loverly. And so is your card tree. I love that.

    I would love to decorate a table too, but since we just have the one and it’s usually covered with crayons and coloring papers, and crumbs… well, it pays not to decorate it. Plus my littlest is not quite a year and a half and a fancy table is just asking for trouble. One day though… and it is gonna be FANCY! Like yours. :)

    December 15th, 2008 at 7:36 am

  158. Jennifer says:

    Your house is beautiful!!

    December 15th, 2008 at 7:40 am

  159. kate says:

    Thanks for hosting once again! Your home looks lovely and cherry!

    December 15th, 2008 at 7:41 am

  160. Kelly says:

    Thanks for hosting! You do such a good job with your home!

    December 15th, 2008 at 7:43 am

  161. Missy says:

    I think a friend of mine has the same china you do. What a great pattern!

    Your house looks beautiful! Merry Christmas!

    December 15th, 2008 at 7:43 am

  162. Bailey's Leaf says:

    What?! No cookies? I thought that you were a proper Southern woman! :)

    Thanks for the tour de Boo Family!

    December 15th, 2008 at 7:47 am

  163. nancy says:

    Thanks Boo Mama for hosting such a wonderful Holiday Tour!!! Your home is beautiful and I looooove the table! I am all signed up and read to party. Nancy

    December 15th, 2008 at 7:50 am

  164. Pam says:

    Thanks for hosting again!

    December 15th, 2008 at 7:51 am

  165. Jenny says:

    Love this tour…looking forward to seeing all the posts!

    December 15th, 2008 at 7:51 am

  166. Kelley says:

    Goodness…I thought I was the early bird at 5:30 a.m. and wowza! So many things to see today….I’m excited! : )

    December 15th, 2008 at 7:55 am

  167. tardevil says:

    Thanks for hosting! My favorite deco of all was the tinsel tree in your little boys room – too sweet!

    December 15th, 2008 at 7:56 am

  168. Linda Sue says:

    Oh the pressure of editing and re posting – I’m in the dregs of my holiday cold and the brain just wasn’t working. BUT it is up and I’m already enjoying the terrific job done by one and all. Merry Merry y’all! Well done

    December 15th, 2008 at 7:57 am

  169. Linda says:

    Thanks for hosting! I like your card tree idea!

    December 15th, 2008 at 7:58 am

  170. Sarah Kate Branine says:

    Boomama–
    I especially LOVE the feather trees! Absolutely Beautiful!
    Merry Christmas to you and yours:)

    December 15th, 2008 at 7:58 am

  171. Beca says:

    I love to look at other people’s homes. Thanks for the opportunity to post mine.

    December 15th, 2008 at 8:00 am

  172. Terri Steffes says:

    I have been taking a lot of tours today! I enjoyed them very much. Thank you for hosting this!

    December 15th, 2008 at 8:01 am

  173. Lina says:

    I am a fairly new blogger and I love your site! I am delighted to be included in the home tour and look forward to my travels today! Your pictures are beautiful…Merry Christmas!

    December 15th, 2008 at 8:01 am

  174. Mandi says:

    Thanks for doing this again…this is SO much fun!

    December 15th, 2008 at 8:02 am

  175. Troye says:

    I can’t wait to see everyone’s decor so I can steal, ahem, I mean copy, for next year!
    And, I love your table BooMama!!!!!!
    In joy, Troye

    December 15th, 2008 at 8:03 am

  176. emily @ chatting at the sky says:

    We east coast girls are crazy. CRAZY I tell you. I somehow managed the number 3 spot on this here linky and 3 minutes later, I see 45 people already linked up! It was so worth staying up til 1am! It was like a party in my laptop!

    Thanks for hosting and I can’t wait to browse around all the beautiful homes.

    December 15th, 2008 at 8:03 am

  177. new every morning says:

    Thanks for hosting this …
    I won’t get a thing done today, trying to visit all of these festive homes!

    Merry Christmas!!!

    December 15th, 2008 at 8:03 am

  178. emily @ chatting at the sky says:

    Oh. And I forgot to say how absolutely lovely your decorations are. Where are my manners? I love your Christmas card tree and your table setting especially.

    Oh. And the thing on your door. Perfect!

    December 15th, 2008 at 8:06 am

  179. Holly @ Crownlaiddown says:

    Wow, I’m #292? at 7:12am MST? My goodness, what a thrill this is going to be!

    Have a marvelous day, Sophie!

    December 15th, 2008 at 8:09 am

  180. Donna @ Way More Homemade says:

    Thanks for hosting, BooMama. This gave me encouragement to tidy up the house and pull out my tripod photograph the Christmas decoration wonderfullness.

    I love having multiple trees… glad to see I’m not the only one.

    December 15th, 2008 at 8:10 am

  181. stephaniesmommybrain says:

    What beautiful trees! I really like the idea of the card tree.

    December 15th, 2008 at 8:17 am

  182. Beverlydru says:

    Oh my stars!I’m the 298th entry at 8 in the morning. This is a bunch of Christmas-lovin’ ladies!!

    December 15th, 2008 at 8:17 am

  183. Mississippi Mama says:

    My post is up! I have a Christmas card tree, too, and I took a picture of it, but I can’t find the picture and I’m not about to wrestle with Blogger to edit the post I made! Argh. :)

    December 15th, 2008 at 8:17 am

  184. Amy says:

    Thanks for hosting! I’m a first-timer, and enjoying the Christmas fun!

    December 15th, 2008 at 8:21 am

  185. Mrs.C says:

    Beautiful. I love your tree! Thanks so much for hosting this. I was running on empty this morning, and I stumbled upon this through a link, and it has been such a gift to be able to spend the morning touring homes. Thanks! :)

    December 15th, 2008 at 8:23 am

  186. Roxanne says:

    Oo I wish I could call in sick today… Love your decor and thanks for all of the wonderful ideas.
    Blessings

    December 15th, 2008 at 8:24 am

  187. Miss Priss says:

    This is fun! Thanks for doing this!

    December 15th, 2008 at 8:25 am

  188. Grace Redovich says:

    Wow…8 am and I’m number 308!! I better go make a thermos of coffee for my tour.

    Merry Christmas everyone!

    December 15th, 2008 at 8:27 am

  189. WriterChic (Monica) says:

    Holy cow — it’s only 9:30 EST and there are already 300 entries up?! What a fun day this is going to be!

    December 15th, 2008 at 8:29 am

  190. Janna Widdifield says:

    Thank you so much for being our lovely tour hostess. I am sooo looking forward to doing my Christmas tour of all these homes later today when the kids go down for a nap. I’m excited to meet some more blogging Christian women. Thanks, BooMama.

    December 15th, 2008 at 8:30 am

  191. Vanessa says:

    Merry Xmas!!!! hope you enjoy the visit to our home ;)

    December 15th, 2008 at 8:37 am

  192. Elizabeth Esther says:

    This is my first time participating!

    Your home looks lovely!

    Thank you for hosting this!

    December 15th, 2008 at 8:38 am

  193. rosyrose says:

    Hey mama…I am an idiot of large proportions! I couldn’t get the linkey thingy….you can go ahead and delete 241,249and263…I did finally get it with a little help from a friend! Sorry to be such a pain! Merry Christmas!

    December 15th, 2008 at 8:39 am

  194. Heather says:

    Your house is so pretty, I love your Christmas tree. This is my first year to participate and I love it!! SO much fun! Merry Christmas!

    December 15th, 2008 at 8:40 am

  195. Laura B. says:

    My first time participating also, thanks! So fun!

    December 15th, 2008 at 8:45 am

  196. Janet says:

    Oh, the fun I am having this morning! Lots of homes to visit. What a nice tour.

    December 15th, 2008 at 8:47 am

  197. Melinda says:

    I love doing this! Thanks for being such a gracious hostess, but, since you’re from the South, I would expect nothing less!

    Merry Christmas!
    Melinda

    December 15th, 2008 at 8:50 am

  198. Judy says:

    Boo Mama,

    Your Christmas tour of homes is special to me because this is the way I started reading blogs in the first place and ultimately writing my own.

    Your home looks just like you….warm and friendly and very Southern! I love it!

    Merry Christmas to you and your sweet family!

    December 15th, 2008 at 8:52 am

  199. Rebecca says:

    I’m gonna try to do this myself later, but it may take me a while. So many have been hard at work already this morning! I’m impressed. Is it too late to participate?

    December 15th, 2008 at 8:53 am

  200. Lora Lynn @ Vitafamiliae says:

    Your Latin skills are beautiful. Just beautiful. And so’s your house.

    December 15th, 2008 at 8:54 am

  201. Kristen says:

    Your home is just lovely! I wrote a post last week and included some pics of my home at Christmas. I have a short post prior to the pics so I hope that’s ok!

    I have the Johnson Brother’s Friendly Village China too! I LURVE your festive table as well!!!!

    December 15th, 2008 at 8:57 am

  202. JennyBC says:

    Love your card tree. I keep my cards in a display “thingy” on the back of my front door. Then, every week, we pick a card and pray for all those people through out the year. I see it every morning when I come downstairs. What a great reminder of how blessed we are to have amazing friends! Blessings!

    December 15th, 2008 at 8:59 am

  203. Nichole says:

    I’ve been looking forward to this for weeks! Thanks for hosting it again, and Merry Christmas!

    December 15th, 2008 at 9:02 am

  204. Paula says:

    I haven’t ever heard of this until this year…I am excited to be a part of it.
    Thank you!

    December 15th, 2008 at 9:05 am

  205. MISHELLE says:

    Wow what participation, I just had to join.

    December 15th, 2008 at 9:05 am

  206. Sarah @ Life in the Parsonage says:

    Aww! The aluminum tree is my fav!

    December 15th, 2008 at 9:06 am

  207. Julieann says:

    Your decorations are just so lovely–especially your tree:)

    Happy 2008 Tour–YAY!!

    Julieann

    December 15th, 2008 at 9:06 am

  208. Cassie says:

    Thanks for hosting such an awesome tour!! Can’t wait to check out everyone’s decor…Merry Christmas to you and yours!

    December 15th, 2008 at 9:06 am

  209. Grace says:

    Thank you for hosting.
    We have a bar too, but the former owner moved it, plumbing and all, to the foyer. I didn’t like that look – booze upon arrival – so it has been transformed into a coffee bar. Now when you walk in you smell the coffee and see the tea…

    Just a thought for ya!

    Please hug the one armed monkey on my behalf.

    God bless you!

    December 15th, 2008 at 9:12 am

  210. lisa says:

    Oh my…so many already!!! I’m breaking into a cold sweat wondering when I will find time to look at all the beauty!! I will just have to take your advice and pace myself!!

    Your home looks beautiful and inspires me to go clean up my house from the busy weekend so people might actually see I DO in fact have Christmas decorations hidden in here somewhere!! Oh, I kid! :)

    December 15th, 2008 at 9:12 am

  211. Becky Jo says:

    I am all ready for your visit!!!

    December 15th, 2008 at 9:16 am

  212. Lindsey says:

    Your Holiday decor is beautiful…love it! Thanks so much for hosting this bloggy event! This is my first year participating and I can’t wait to see everyone’s homes. Have a great day!

    December 15th, 2008 at 9:16 am

  213. Allison says:

    Your decorations are beautiful! I especially like the idea of a Christmas card tree!

    Thanks so much for hosting this! It’s my first year to participate, and I’m so excited to see everyone’s home.

    Merry Christmas!

    December 15th, 2008 at 9:24 am

  214. oh amanda says:

    I adore the card tree! I want to do that!!

    December 15th, 2008 at 9:26 am

  215. sheila says:

    Thank you for being The Hostess with the Mostest.
    I absolutely love your decorations.
    Seasons Greetings to You and Yours.

    December 15th, 2008 at 9:33 am

  216. Julee says:

    Thanks for hosting this! I can’t wait to look at as many as I can tonight when I get off work!!

    December 15th, 2008 at 9:34 am

  217. Lauren says:

    The one armed monkey is most definitely my favorite! And I love the Christmas card Christmas tree. I am always searching for fun new ways to display all of the Christmas cards we receive!
    Thanks, Boo Mama, for hosting such a fun event. Merry Christmas!

    December 15th, 2008 at 9:34 am

  218. Amanda says:

    All your trees are fab! Maybe one day I will get my hands on an aluminum tree. Perhaps a pink one for baby girl’s room next year? I love the Christmas card tree idea. Your table is gorgeous! I know your wonderful southern Christmas feast will taste extra good at it. Merry Christmas to you!

    December 15th, 2008 at 9:35 am

  219. Susanne says:

    Boy, I think I had to scroll down for a full 5 minutes before hitting the bottom of your comments! :v)

    Your tree is gorgeous. Your mom does a wonderful job as usual! I’m glad to hear there were no tree decorating injuries. The monkey and memories is sweet.

    December 15th, 2008 at 9:38 am

  220. Amy @ Cheeky Cocoa Beans says:

    You have decorated beautifully, BooMama! Gorgeous!!

    December 15th, 2008 at 9:39 am

  221. Beverly says:

    Your home is a wonderland. Thank you for sharing it with all of us, and for sponsoring this great blogging event.

    December 15th, 2008 at 9:40 am

  222. Nicole @ Life in Progress says:

    Thanks for doing this again Sophie. It’s just so fun. Loved all your gorgeous decorations.

    December 15th, 2008 at 9:41 am

  223. Sally says:

    What a GREAT job you’ve done! I’m going to come back and link in.

    December 15th, 2008 at 9:43 am

  224. Kelli says:

    If you hot glue an eraser (from a pencil) to the tin vase, the clanging magically stops!!! :) I LOVE all the decorations!

    December 15th, 2008 at 9:44 am

  225. Marina Capano says:

    Hi! Nice to meet you!What gorgeous Christmas decorations….just beautiful!!! I made post about your party. I love participate in your party!!!!

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    http://wwwpurocolor.blogspot.com

    December 15th, 2008 at 9:46 am

  226. Caren says:

    Your decorations are beautiful. I especially love the retro 60s items! Thanks for the tour

    December 15th, 2008 at 9:47 am

  227. Jenny says:

    How fun! I can’t wait to check out all of the decorations!

    December 15th, 2008 at 9:50 am

  228. Mandi says:

    Your house is gorgeous. I especially love your beautiful table!

    December 15th, 2008 at 9:51 am

  229. Liz@VioletPosy says:

    What a wonderful idea, I’ve just added mine. I’m going to work my way through all these posts in the next few days and see everyone’s creativity :)

    December 15th, 2008 at 9:52 am

  230. K-Mama says:

    I’m amazed you have so many “entries” on there! This is gonna take me all day, what fun! I also love the way the nativity set is arranged – I’m gonna go home and re-do mine.

    December 15th, 2008 at 9:52 am

  231. Tidymom says:

    Thanks for hosting such a WONDERFUL party!! It’s my first year attending!!

    Your home is beautiful!!

    Merry Christmas!
    ~Tidymom

    December 15th, 2008 at 9:53 am

  232. Angie says:

    Thanks for hosting this! It’s my first Christmas blogging. I can’t wait to see everyone’s homes!

    December 15th, 2008 at 9:56 am

  233. Mary Helen says:

    Your house looks beautiful! Merry Christmas!

    December 15th, 2008 at 9:56 am

  234. Sunshine says:

    Merry Christmas!!

    December 15th, 2008 at 9:58 am

  235. Leslie says:

    Merry Christmas! This is my first year to participate. Can’t wait to see all the decorations. :-)

    December 15th, 2008 at 10:00 am

  236. Carrie from Colorado Springs says:

    Oh my goodness! Is ANYONE going to be look at all of these? If so, I think they should win the prize! :)

    December 15th, 2008 at 10:01 am

  237. Kathy says:

    Thank you for hosting! I love the stocking you hang in your son’s window. What a lucky boy!

    December 15th, 2008 at 10:02 am

  238. Trachelle @High Heels and a Sippy Cup says:

    You Christmas card tree is a great idea! Love it!

    December 15th, 2008 at 10:08 am

  239. Mandy says:

    I am linked and ready to go! This is my first year to participate. Merry Christmas everyone! Looking forward to checking out as many entries as I can!

    December 15th, 2008 at 10:09 am

  240. kara shriver says:

    Thanks so much for hosting the tour! Merry Christmas!
    PS. Your home is very beautiful!

    December 15th, 2008 at 10:11 am

  241. Randall says:

    Thanks for hosting, I’m looking forward to seeing everyone’s decorations!

    …and I love your card tree. I’ll have to give it a try next year.

    December 15th, 2008 at 10:12 am

  242. Kate says:

    Thanks for doing this! Love it!

    December 15th, 2008 at 10:16 am

  243. Kelli says:

    Thanks for sharing the tour of your home. Great decor!

    December 15th, 2008 at 10:17 am

  244. Millie says:

    wonderful idea! You will need a couple of virtual tour buses to accomodate all these folks!

    December 15th, 2008 at 10:18 am

  245. Greta says:

    Oh, BooMama. You know I held my own little “tour” this year. And when I say little, I mean LITTLE.

    P.S. I’m gonna have to start the card tree trad. I’ve always wanted multiple trees and that seems like a wonderful excuse for another!

    December 15th, 2008 at 10:23 am

  246. Mitzi says:

    I did it!!! I think I set everything up correctly and got to play along this year. I can’t wait to see everyone’s home, Sophie, your home is beautiful, as always.

    December 15th, 2008 at 10:24 am

  247. Laura says:

    Your front door decoration is beautiful! Thanks for hosting such a fun Christmas event for all of us in blogland! :)

    December 15th, 2008 at 10:26 am

  248. Meg @ Spicy Magnolia says:

    Thank you so much for coordinating the Christmas Tour of Homes! I should be cleaning house; instead, I’m spending hours upon hours on the computer touring and commenting and replying! So much fun!! Your home looks beautiful; I especially love your table settings and the card tree. I hope you have a great day and thanks again! I stayed up way too late last night in anticipation and it was well worth it!

    December 15th, 2008 at 10:30 am

  249. Kim-HomeIsWhereTheHeartIs says:

    Your home is so beautiful…thank you for hosting this Christmas tour…thios is my first time participating!

    December 15th, 2008 at 10:30 am

  250. The Omaha Harts says:

    Okay! I was number 400 to put my blog on the list, that must mean something great, right? I love this tour of homes and I can’t wait to look through everyones homes! There are so many!

    December 15th, 2008 at 10:31 am

  251. Irene@The Green Greek says:

    How lovely! Thank you for being our host and for bringing us together. Merry Christmas to you and your family.

    December 15th, 2008 at 10:33 am

  252. Diaan says:

    Loved seeing your beautiful home all decorated. Thanks for sharing and hosting this tour of homes!

    December 15th, 2008 at 10:33 am

  253. Kimba Vestal says:

    BooMama – Your home is beautiful. I’ve followed your blog for a couple years, but never commented. I’ve finally started a blog of my own and I am so excited to participate in the Tour of Homes this year. Such fun! Have a very blessed Christmas!

    December 15th, 2008 at 10:35 am

  254. Trudy says:

    I love the monkey! You have great style…it’s Southern, so different than what we see in California. Beautiful. Thank you for generously hosting this fun event. I’m 405.

    December 15th, 2008 at 10:39 am

  255. Bitsy says:

    I love, love, love this!! SOOOOO much fun. Your home is gorgeous and I love little man’s stocking curtain.

    Happy Ho-Ho

    December 15th, 2008 at 10:40 am

  256. Sista Staci says:

    JESUS is the reason for the season!
    Blessings to you all my precious Sistas!
    How blessed we are to have such lovely homes! Thanks for sharing them!

    It’s all good in the Sista-HooD!

    Love,
    Sista Staci :)

    December 15th, 2008 at 10:41 am

  257. Marla Taviano says:

    Look at all the people!! So great! Beautiful Christmas decorating, Boo!!

    December 15th, 2008 at 10:43 am

  258. Callie says:

    oh my goodness! 412 homes of holiday fun! No way! I must start browsing now!!

    December 15th, 2008 at 10:43 am

  259. The Five Dubs says:

    Thanks for hosting such a fun party! This is my first year to participate and I look forward to doing it again!

    December 15th, 2008 at 10:49 am

  260. Jami says:

    This is so much fun! It’s my first year to participate…thanks for hosting!

    December 15th, 2008 at 10:50 am

  261. The voice of melody says:

    Your dining room table is beautiful! The blue trees add such a festive touch.

    December 15th, 2008 at 10:56 am

  262. Bumpkin Bears says:

    this is so exciting, I just added photos to my blog. I loved your home and the stockings are so sweet :) Beary Hugs, Catherine x

    December 15th, 2008 at 10:57 am

  263. Anna K. says:

    My favorites were the little stories that were attached to favorite items around your house, the card and tinsel trees, and the ginormous stocking in your son’s room. Fab-u-lous!

    Have a great Monday and thank you for hosting such a thing as this!

    December 15th, 2008 at 10:59 am

  264. Aubree says:

    WOWZA! It will take me days to get thru all these!

    December 15th, 2008 at 11:03 am

  265. Lindsay Webb says:

    I love the tours and have been looking forward to it! I don’t think I’ll make it thru all 500 though!

    December 15th, 2008 at 11:03 am

  266. This Southern Girls Nest says:

    I am all linked up! Thanks for hosting..

    December 15th, 2008 at 11:03 am

  267. edj says:

    Christmas in Morocco when we don’t have our things with us. It’s okay–we have legos. I hope you don’t mind; I liked to a recent post as I forgot you were doing this today. But my post is all about our Christmas decorations. Come see!

    December 15th, 2008 at 11:03 am

  268. Robin Storch says:

    I can’t believe I posted at 6:45 this morning and was already 200+ down the list. Man there are some early birds on this list!

    Thanks for hosting again this year.

    December 15th, 2008 at 11:04 am

  269. Fifi Flowers says:

    FUN tour! I’ve added your button to my site along with my Tour! Pop over if you have time… so many people to visit… I think I will put on Christmas music and visit ALL DAY LONG! FUN FUN FUN!!!
    ENJOY the Holiday Season!
    Fifi

    December 15th, 2008 at 11:06 am

  270. Amydeanne says:

    I love your table setting with the trees! that is so gorgeous! :)

    December 15th, 2008 at 11:08 am

  271. Fuschia says:

    Thank you for doing this! What fun!!

    December 15th, 2008 at 11:09 am

  272. Bekah says:

    I think this is a fabulous idea! i love seeing everyone’s creativity and beautiful decorations as well as their lovely homes! I just added mine and i’m #431! wow! that’s a lot! Merry Christmas and God Bless!
    ~Bekah
    Magnolia, Arkansas

    December 15th, 2008 at 11:12 am

  273. Heather says:

    How exciting! This is my first year to participate and I’m thrilled since no one will be able to see my house in real life!

    December 15th, 2008 at 11:13 am

  274. becky says:

    I love the card tree! Great idea. I can see why it would be one of your favorite traditions.

    Merry merry and thanks for doing this.

    December 15th, 2008 at 11:16 am

  275. MIssy says:

    Thanks so much BooMama! This is my first year to participate and I can’t wait to look at all the beautiful decorations while I wait for our baby to come!! :-)

    December 15th, 2008 at 11:17 am

  276. Catherine says:

    Love your house – it’s so festive! It’s only 11am, and I’m number 400-something on the list. It’s going to be a busy week!

    December 15th, 2008 at 11:18 am

  277. RLR says:

    I just love the idea of the Christmas card tree – we may have to get another tree now! We are just decorating around here – bought our tree yesterday. My little boy’s b-day is early in the month, and I like to wait until after his birthday to decorate – you know, to keep ‘birthday’ separate from ‘holiday’. Except that this year, he’s asked me SO many times why the lights aren’t out yet. Guess it only bothers me – so we’ll be decorating after Thanksgiving next year and I hope to join your tour then!

    December 15th, 2008 at 11:22 am

  278. Holly says:

    I love the monkey stocking holder!

    December 15th, 2008 at 11:24 am

  279. ~Amy says:

    A beautiful home you have! Thanks for sharing! This is a fun tradition to come peek inside and see what Christmas means to everyone.

    ~Amy

    December 15th, 2008 at 11:37 am

  280. Carrie says:

    i LOVE the fact that i’m not the only one who puts trees and/or christmas decor in every room of my house!!!

    December 15th, 2008 at 11:38 am

  281. Kathleen says:

    I have really enjoyed touring everyone’s homes. Thanks for hosting!

    December 15th, 2008 at 11:41 am

  282. Nita in South Carolina says:

    I think you should post the picture of your Mama’s legs sticking out from under the Christmas tree every.single.year. ‘Cause that was all kinds of funny (disclaimer: had she actually gotten hurt it would’ve been awful!)

    December 15th, 2008 at 11:42 am

  283. Jane says:

    Everything is lovely. I believe I will be a looker and not participate. I’m too much of a messy. I love your happy comments. The card tree is a good idea. Merry Christmas.

    December 15th, 2008 at 11:49 am

  284. kiy says:

    My post is finally up. What fun this will be.

    Cheers, Kiy

    December 15th, 2008 at 11:52 am

  285. Madeline says:

    Merry Christmas!
    Blessings,
    Madeline

    December 15th, 2008 at 11:54 am

  286. His Grace Alone says:

    Thanks so much BooMama for making a way for all of us to share our Christmas with each other – this is way fun!!

    Blessings,
    Leisha

    December 15th, 2008 at 11:55 am

  287. Shannon H says:

    Your home looks wonderful! Thanks so much for hosting this tour, I’m having lots of fun (in five minute increments cuz I’m juggling two kids)!!!

    December 15th, 2008 at 12:02 pm

  288. Melissa says:

    What a fun idea! I will have to clean up my house and try to join in, but I am looking forward to taking a peek into some of these homes! Thanks for sharing yours too!

    December 15th, 2008 at 12:05 pm

  289. sarah says:

    thanks for sharing your home and hosting this fun peek at holiday decorating.

    December 15th, 2008 at 12:06 pm

  290. Angela says:

    I just happened to find this after I just did a post about our Christmas decor last night, how fun! Our decorations arent too extravagant, but Im sharing anyways! Thanks for hosting:)

    December 15th, 2008 at 12:11 pm

  291. becky says:

    I love the Christmas tours! It’s always so fun to see how everyone gets festive!

    December 15th, 2008 at 12:13 pm

  292. Jen says:

    Holy cow, protein is right! I could spend all week looking at these!! :)

    December 15th, 2008 at 12:14 pm

  293. nicole says:

    Beautiful table! I wish I could be that fancy. I’m just visiting other homes this year, not posting my own pictures. I love seeing what other people do in their homes.

    December 15th, 2008 at 12:16 pm

  294. Magen says:

    This is such a brilliant idea! Love the Christmas Card Tree!!
    Thank you BOO!!

    December 15th, 2008 at 12:21 pm

  295. LisaJanelle says:

    Love this!…Beautiful!..

    December 15th, 2008 at 12:23 pm

  296. Melissa says:

    Love your home and your blog is hysterical!

    December 15th, 2008 at 12:24 pm

  297. Amber Saltamachia says:

    This year it was tough to decorate, so we didn’t do tons, but what we did do was meaningful. I’m excited to tour!

    December 15th, 2008 at 12:24 pm

  298. Diane says:

    Enjoyed the tour. I looked great to me. The narration was the best.

    December 15th, 2008 at 12:26 pm

  299. Michelle Bentham says:

    Thanks for hosting this fun show off! I am a little late to the party but I arrived just the same! Wow! So many people joined in the fun. I hope I can get around to visit them all by Christmas. You are so fun!

    Love you bunches, and have a blessed Christmas and New Year!

    December 15th, 2008 at 12:39 pm

  300. Christie says:

    Loving this idea! Lots of fun.

    December 15th, 2008 at 12:40 pm

  301. Mary Beth Pelt says:

    Oh, what fun! I can’t wait to view the other homes on the tour. I love the mention of your parents’ old tree. We also have one in our possession, but our two-year-old doesn’t quite have the hang of leaving it alone. :) Looking forward to it! Thanks for starting such a cool thing!!!

    December 15th, 2008 at 12:45 pm

  302. edie wadsworth says:

    You sweet little BooMama you for hosting all of us crazy people. I love these little linkies and can’t wait to see them all. Your house looks beautiful.

    December 15th, 2008 at 12:50 pm

  303. Kimberly says:

    So fun, merry christmas everyone!

    December 15th, 2008 at 12:52 pm

  304. Sherilyn says:

    I love the card tree idea! No I might have to look for another tree!

    December 15th, 2008 at 12:54 pm

  305. Bonita says:

    Thanks for hosting this beautiful party!

    December 15th, 2008 at 12:55 pm

  306. Andrea says:

    What a FANTASTIC turnout! I’ve already seen some terrific decor and some delicious Christmas treats. Thank you so much for hosting! May your Christmas be a merry and blessed one!

    December 15th, 2008 at 1:04 pm

  307. Keri says:

    Merry Christmas everyone!

    December 15th, 2008 at 1:05 pm

  308. Jessica says:

    BooMama-
    I have waited so long to do the Christmas Tour!! I learned of it a few weeks ago and have been so excited. I just posted my link.

    I love you for doing this!!

    -Jessica

    December 15th, 2008 at 1:08 pm

  309. Phyllis@Aimless Conversation says:

    Whew, even with total procrastination, I managed to get my post up TODAY. Now to take a look at all the other pretty decor….

    December 15th, 2008 at 1:12 pm

  310. Maria says:

    You ladies are incredible! Talk about making a girl feel totally decoratingly inadequate! Good grief! :) But I love all the same! Thanks for hosting, BooMama!
    May you have a blessed Christmas!

    December 15th, 2008 at 1:16 pm

  311. PEA says:

    Thank you so much for hosting this event again, I so enjoyed it last year and have been looking forward to it this year:-) Your home is beautifully decorated and I loved hearing the story behind the one armed monkey! lol Merry Christmas! xox

    December 15th, 2008 at 1:17 pm

  312. laura says:

    Super fun idea! i can’t wait to look around!

    December 15th, 2008 at 1:21 pm

  313. bee says:

    I want to move into Alex’s room… that alumninum tree plus the giant stocking… HEAVEN!!! :-)

    December 15th, 2008 at 1:23 pm

  314. Melanie says:

    Beautiful pictures. I loved the table with the blue trees and the silver tree from your parents. I also love the broken monkey stocking hanger. The memories and traditions of Christmas that keep us putting out our broken stuff even though any other time of year we would buy new. I do it too and am glad I am not alone.

    December 15th, 2008 at 1:25 pm

  315. beckie grainger says:

    Thank you for hosting such a fun event. You put a lot of work into this. Thanks

    December 15th, 2008 at 1:29 pm

  316. bay says:

    First there was the delicate spitting-of-coffee that happened when I read “shrubae”…

    which led to the try-to-laugh-silently-so-people-don’t-think-you’re-deranged as I got to the “Entry Notification System”.

    But then I just let the tears FLOW when I read your sweet reminder and blessing to us, your gentle readers, to:
    Stop
    Look
    Anticipate.

    Thank you, dear BooMama.

    December 15th, 2008 at 1:32 pm

  317. Connie says:

    I finally got my home decorated…I’m late this year. I love your Christmas card tree. I love all the ideas I get from all of you talented gals in bloggy world. Merry Christmas! Connie

    December 15th, 2008 at 1:33 pm

  318. Anna says:

    Yeah!! I got mine up! :) This is alot of fun! Merry Christmas

    December 15th, 2008 at 1:35 pm

  319. Cathy Santarsiero says:

    OK! I’ve uploaded some Christmas cheer to my blog. I look forward to visiting everyone! Have a happy week. Warmly, Cathy ^..^

    December 15th, 2008 at 1:42 pm

  320. Shelley says:

    Thank you for hosting such a fun event! I love it!!

    December 15th, 2008 at 1:43 pm

  321. Kate says:

    Was only able to post the first link – but hope ya’ll will check out the others. It’s the most decorative time of the year!

    ~Kate

    December 15th, 2008 at 1:43 pm

  322. Angel S. says:

    WHat a great idea! I love seeing how everyone has their own unique way of decorating and celebrating. Thanks for doing this!

    December 15th, 2008 at 1:45 pm

  323. Jordan says:

    This is such a great idea!
    I love looking through everyone’s cute Christmas decor =]

    December 15th, 2008 at 1:45 pm

  324. Teresa Z. says:

    Beautiful! I loved the one armed monkey!! :) Too cute!

    December 15th, 2008 at 1:47 pm

  325. Maria says:

    I love seeing ALL the homes. Beautiful

    December 15th, 2008 at 1:50 pm

  326. Lisa P says:

    OK now I have a million ideas for next year :)

    December 15th, 2008 at 1:54 pm

  327. Barb @ A Chelsea Morning says:

    I love your one-armed monkey stocking hanger, Sophie. It’s maybe my favorite thing. Or maybe, my favorite thing is the tree in Alex’s room. No wait! It’s all the decorations on the bar. Yes. I’m sure it’s all the decorations on the bar. :-)

    December 15th, 2008 at 1:55 pm

  328. Jen R says:

    Love your decorations, thanks for hosting!

    December 15th, 2008 at 1:58 pm

  329. Lamp Tramp says:

    Wow, girl, you got some followers! Thanks for hosting this great party. Love your blog!
    Lamp Tramp

    December 15th, 2008 at 1:58 pm

  330. Erin says:

    This is my first year, and I’m thrilled to be a part of the tour. Thanks so much for this great event!

    December 15th, 2008 at 2:02 pm

  331. Jen B says:

    Thanks! This was so much fun.

    December 15th, 2008 at 2:06 pm

  332. Krystal says:

    This was so much fun!

    December 15th, 2008 at 2:09 pm

  333. JILL says:

    WOW…I’m #496 to post! I have a lot of homes to tour!! :)

    Thanks so much for hosting this…it’s so much fun!

    Merry Christmas!

    December 15th, 2008 at 2:12 pm

  334. suz steece says:

    Awwwww!!! This was SO much fun! What a great hostess! Love your house–all warm and cozy…I’m so glad I stubled across your virtual tour of homes! Merry Christmas from the Steece family!

    December 15th, 2008 at 2:17 pm

  335. Heather says:

    SO MUCH FUN BooMama! Where I come from, we have to PAY money to tour houses & see decorations at Christmastime. This is sweet! And I get to sit on my comfy couch the whole time! Thank you! And Merry Christmas!

    December 15th, 2008 at 2:18 pm

  336. Kristy Kaeb says:

    WOW, what a FUN opportunity – esp. on this VERY cold day! (in IL) Enjoyed ’seeing’ your home!! Blessings to you! -Kristy

    December 15th, 2008 at 2:18 pm

  337. Linds says:

    How fun! Okay, I love the card tree…love it! And I love the nativity scene with everyone looking at Jesus, wow.

    December 15th, 2008 at 2:24 pm

  338. Sarah @ Thriftydecorchick says:

    I linked to my site just because it’s all Christmas, all the time over there!! Hope that is OK!!

    December 15th, 2008 at 2:25 pm

  339. amy says:

    Thanks for hosting, fun, fun, fun!!!

    December 15th, 2008 at 2:28 pm

  340. Amanda says:

    Love your site. Very inspiring!

    December 15th, 2008 at 2:38 pm

  341. boysmum2 says:

    WOW, you are going to need a really good carpet cleaner after all these visitors have finished coming to visit you. Everything is looking lovely. Well done to you on hosting this wonderful event, I look forward to improving my own decorations for next year so I have something different to show off. Merry Christmas

    December 15th, 2008 at 2:44 pm

  342. Gin says:

    It’s been SO much fun seeing everyone’s decorations. Thanks for sharing!!!

    December 15th, 2008 at 2:51 pm

  343. Tiaras & Tantrums says:

    Holy commenters!
    Where did you get the fluffy trees on the dining room table – LOVE THOSE!!!!!!!!

    December 15th, 2008 at 2:52 pm

  344. Rebecca says:

    I finally got mine listed! Hey! It’s only 4pm. Not bad. ;)

    December 15th, 2008 at 2:54 pm

  345. catsmum says:

    oh this has been so much fun – I had to force myself to stop looking and go to bed at midnight – up at 7am to feed the goats and here I am on here again to check the new houses.
    LOL

    December 15th, 2008 at 2:59 pm

  346. Tina Vega says:

    I love, love, LOVE your table!!!!!

    December 15th, 2008 at 2:59 pm

  347. Jenna says:

    So fun!! I have loved visiting all these amazing houses filled with all these awesome bloggers!

    December 15th, 2008 at 3:05 pm

  348. Lisa says:

    How fun! But OH MY it will take me days to look at all of these! Hope the family doesn’t miss me.

    December 15th, 2008 at 3:14 pm

  349. Carrie says:

    Thanks for much for hosting. Lots of fun!!

    December 15th, 2008 at 3:18 pm

  350. Mary says:

    This has been so much fun. It is amazing what folks have done.

    Thanks for hosting the tour.

    December 15th, 2008 at 3:28 pm

  351. Carly says:

    Love looking at all of the decorations! Getting some ideas to work on for next year!

    December 15th, 2008 at 3:28 pm

  352. Amanda says:

    Thanks for doing this, Sophie! You are the Queenie!

    December 15th, 2008 at 3:31 pm

  353. Leslie says:

    Thanks for hosting! These are going to entertain and inspire me the rest of the week! Merry Christmas.

    December 15th, 2008 at 3:32 pm

  354. Gabby says:

    I had fun! I love looking at the stuff. Read what my hubby said about me taking pictures of our house! Funny!

    December 15th, 2008 at 3:33 pm

  355. Chris says:

    It was great fun participating in the Christmas Tour. But I think the best part was your one-armed monkey!

    December 15th, 2008 at 3:42 pm

  356. Susan says:

    It’s like paying for a house tour, but it’s free, and you can do it from the comfort of your own office sipping Starbucks.

    December 15th, 2008 at 3:43 pm

  357. Rach@InHisHands says:

    Thanks so much for hosting! This is fun…I can’t wait to visit everyone’s homes!
    I love your tree…so pretty!
    Blessings!

    December 15th, 2008 at 3:44 pm

  358. Paula says:

    Thanks for letting me be a part of this!

    December 15th, 2008 at 3:49 pm

  359. Growing Daily says:

    What a treat it is to see everyone’s homes. Thank you for hosting!

    Merry Christmas!

    December 15th, 2008 at 3:51 pm

  360. Jamie says:

    What a beautiful home! Thank you for hosting this fun event! Merry Christmas!

    December 15th, 2008 at 3:54 pm

  361. Monica says:

    Your home is beautiful!! I love the idea of a Christmas tree for all of your Christmas cards!!

    Merry Christmas.

    December 15th, 2008 at 3:57 pm

  362. Julia says:

    Your house is so cute!!! Thanks for doing this every year :)

    December 15th, 2008 at 3:58 pm

  363. Julie says:

    I love the card tree. Actually I love it all, this is my first time reading your blog and I really enjoyed the tour.

    December 15th, 2008 at 3:59 pm

  364. Emilie says:

    Well… the linky thing is gone maybe because I waited until #507 to post? This is my home at Christmas http://bunchofscrap.blogspot.com/2008/12/christmas-home-tour.html

    I hope the Mr. Linky works soon so I can visit all the others!

    December 15th, 2008 at 4:01 pm

  365. Judy@In His Grip says:

    Where did the Mr. Linky go? I want to go on a Christmas home tour.

    December 15th, 2008 at 4:02 pm

  366. Kelly the Kitchen Kop says:

    Just came back to do some more home-touring, and I can’t find all the links, what am I missing? Was their an overload??

    Thanks, Kelly

    December 15th, 2008 at 4:05 pm

  367. Erin says:

    How fun! What a great idea to put out a simple iron container and put on your door, I would have never thought of that!

    December 15th, 2008 at 4:05 pm

  368. Susanne says:

    I thought I was going nuts, but I see I’m not the only one who can’t see Mr. Linky anymore. :v(

    December 15th, 2008 at 4:06 pm

  369. Kelly the Kitchen Kop says:

    Does anyone know what number Mr. Linky was at before he crashed? Just curious.

    Susanne, what a cute little smiley face with a nose!

    Kelly

    December 15th, 2008 at 4:09 pm

  370. Becca says:

    wow! I dont think it’s even possible to look at all these beautiful homes! Thanks for hosting the tour and merry Christmas! :-)

    December 15th, 2008 at 4:12 pm

  371. Connie says:

    Your decorations are fancy and fun! Especially the one armed monkey!!!

    December 15th, 2008 at 4:13 pm

  372. jennifer says:

    thank you, boo mama! i love your tinsel tree. very cool! :)

    December 15th, 2008 at 4:22 pm

  373. Sandy toes says:

    How fun this has been..thanks for doing this. I have seen it everywhere in the blog world! It got me going this season to get everything up..I kept thinking Dec. 15th..booMama!
    -sandy toes

    December 15th, 2008 at 4:23 pm

  374. Amy Hartling says:

    This is great… so excited to see the rest of the blogs when mr. linky gets running again!

    December 15th, 2008 at 4:26 pm

  375. Kim Gannon says:

    Merry Christmas!!!!

    December 15th, 2008 at 4:37 pm

  376. Erin says:

    So much fun! Love your home! Merry Christmas!

    December 15th, 2008 at 4:39 pm

  377. Angela Smith says:

    Love the little monkey stocking hanger, even if he is a little “short handed”! I can’t wait to see everyone’s stuff!

    December 15th, 2008 at 4:42 pm

  378. Marci says:

    Love the card tree! Thank you for hosting this fun event.

    December 15th, 2008 at 4:43 pm

  379. Emilie says:

    I don’t know if it’s my computer or Mr. Linky but all the Mr. Linkys are missing from all the blogs right now… I backtracked till I found an archived version of your post and added mine to your list though :)

    December 15th, 2008 at 4:43 pm

  380. Charlene says:

    Love the decorations. My favourite is your table setting. Merry Christmas!

    December 15th, 2008 at 4:44 pm

  381. cityfarmer says:

    will one more comment even matter?
    Girl, it’s cleat alot of people love you.

    Thank you for such a lovely tour.

    I’m posting later this week….a tribute to people like you….calling the post “Move over Martha”

    stop on over….I’ve got the table set!

    December 15th, 2008 at 4:48 pm

  382. cityfarmer says:

    ooops…..
    http://savvycityfarmer.blogspot.com

    December 15th, 2008 at 4:50 pm

  383. Joanne (The Simple Wife) says:

    Mine’s here: http://thesimplewife.typepad.com/the_simple_wife/2008/12/come-on-over.html

    December 15th, 2008 at 4:52 pm

  384. Marina Capano says:

    wow! your party is amazing! super cool! I love your decoration!
    my link is!! I hope you your visit!so, you have big job, there are a lot of blog in your party!regards from Argentina!;)besos

    my link is http://wwwpurocolor.blogspot.com/2008/12/decoracion-en-navidad-christmas.html

    December 15th, 2008 at 4:54 pm

  385. Amanda says:

    Putting the finishing touches on the decor as we speak–check in with us in a little while! =)

    December 15th, 2008 at 4:55 pm

  386. mary (megardengal) says:

    I think we might have overloaded mr linky!!! Wow did you expect so many entries?!! How much fun is this!!!

    blessings
    mary

    December 15th, 2008 at 4:58 pm

  387. Rose says:

    I’m #505- better late than never! I can’t wait to visit everyone else. Thanks Boomama! Your one armed monkey sure made me smile :-)

    December 15th, 2008 at 5:07 pm

  388. Sara says:

    Beautiful table.
    I loved everything.
    Merry Christmas

    December 15th, 2008 at 5:08 pm

  389. Heather says:

    thank you for another year of lovely tours!

    December 15th, 2008 at 5:17 pm

  390. Heather says:

    *gasp*
    We BROKE Mr. LINKY !?!

    December 15th, 2008 at 5:18 pm

  391. Jamie Lea says:

    Did we blow up Mr. Linky?

    December 15th, 2008 at 5:23 pm

  392. Sheryl says:

    love, love, love the blue feather trees!!

    December 15th, 2008 at 5:24 pm

  393. JILL says:

    Am I missing something? Mr. Linky isn’t showing up now.

    December 15th, 2008 at 5:26 pm

  394. Susan says:

    This is my favorite time of the year! Love the tour of homes and I am so stealing your Christmas Card tree idea…if that’s okay with you of course. =)
    Merry Christmas BooMama

    December 15th, 2008 at 5:26 pm

  395. Kate says:

    Had so much fun…at work because of you! Bless you and the many good works you bring! k

    December 15th, 2008 at 5:29 pm

  396. Lora says:

    Lovin’ your house, BooMama! Especially that vintage aluminum tree! Thanks for hosting this fun event:)

    Merry Christmas!

    December 15th, 2008 at 5:31 pm

  397. Megan Cherry says:

    Hope you have a Cherry Christmas!

    December 15th, 2008 at 5:32 pm

  398. MC says:

    I’m a little late posting my own decorations, but I had a great time checking out some really wonderful and creative decorating ideas! I’m going to have to improve for next year!

    December 15th, 2008 at 5:32 pm

  399. Melodies of Mercy says:

    This is so much fun! Your house looks beautiful! I especially love your feather trees on your dining room table. You know not everyone can pull off feather tree, but you make it look sooo easy.

    Merry Christmas!

    December 15th, 2008 at 5:33 pm

  400. Susan says:

    I’m so excited about the tour even though my decorations are not the best in the world. I’m a newlywed so we are definitely working on that are of our lives. Thank you for hosting such a fun tour!

    December 15th, 2008 at 5:35 pm

  401. Sonya says:

    So excited to be participating! Can’t wait to look at some other homes!

    December 15th, 2008 at 5:39 pm

  402. Brooke says:

    Great…I won’t get anything done now…I just have to look at all these houses! This is such a great idea! Thanks!

    December 15th, 2008 at 5:43 pm

  403. Kate says:

    This is awesome. I’m going to look at everyone’s tonight. :)

    December 15th, 2008 at 5:43 pm

  404. Brandy says:

    First time visiting. I love this idea and I decided to join in on the fun.

    December 15th, 2008 at 5:49 pm

  405. Chel says:

    This is so much fun! Thanks for hosting.

    December 15th, 2008 at 5:52 pm

  406. Ashley says:

    Love your Christmas card tree. That is such a fabulous idea!

    December 15th, 2008 at 5:55 pm

  407. Missy says:

    This is SO much fun. My first time to participate, but I am loving looking at everyone’s precious houses!

    December 15th, 2008 at 5:57 pm

  408. Brenda says:

    How fun! I think that now I have the linking figured out, hope so anyway! Now I gonna go on some tours! Thanks for doing this.

    December 15th, 2008 at 6:01 pm

  409. Girly Stuff says:

    It all looks great! I love your blue-green trees!

    December 15th, 2008 at 6:01 pm

  410. Marla Taviano says:

    You’re obviously too hot for Mr. Linky to handle. Ow-yow-youch! ;)

    December 15th, 2008 at 6:07 pm

  411. Jaci says:

    This is my first year to post and tour. What great fun! Merry Christmas

    December 15th, 2008 at 6:09 pm

  412. Jeri says:

    Love your decorations – thanks for doing this, I love it. (I messed up on my first try adding my link,#551 hopefully you can delete that one, sorry.)

    December 15th, 2008 at 6:18 pm

  413. Allison says:

    I am a little late posting, but I am so happy to participate for the first time this year! I hope everyone enjoys my little house all done up!

    December 15th, 2008 at 6:19 pm

  414. Capturing Today says:

    Thank you for hosting this! Your decorations look lovely – especially your table setting. Merry Christmas!

    December 15th, 2008 at 6:25 pm

  415. Suzie says:

    I am number 560….I am determined to complete the entire tour before Christmas which means, I have to average 56 a day.

    Thanks for doing this!

    December 15th, 2008 at 6:30 pm

  416. Caroline says:

    First time in the home tour and I AM SOOOOO EXCITED!!!! MERRY CHRISTMAS!

    December 15th, 2008 at 6:33 pm

  417. Smockity Frocks says:

    Thank you, Boo Mama! Can’t wait to board the train for the tour.

    ~Smockity Late-to-the-Party Frocks

    December 15th, 2008 at 6:35 pm

  418. cara says:

    Love the open house!

    December 15th, 2008 at 6:44 pm

  419. Shelly says:

    Merry Christmas!!! May you have a blessed Holiday!!! Your house looks wonderful. =)

    December 15th, 2008 at 6:48 pm

  420. Erin says:

    Thank you BooMama! What fun…I love your little silver tree – it is really cool!

    December 15th, 2008 at 6:48 pm

  421. Mrs. H. says:

    Merry Christmas BooMama! :-) Thank you for hosting the tour. Your home looks lovely. :-)

    December 15th, 2008 at 6:51 pm

  422. rirwindow says:

    I was born twenty years ago last night, so my parents brought me home in a large Christmas stocking. By large, I mean it had to hold me: a 9 pound, 15 ounce, full-head-o-hair baby.

    So I can totally relate to the giant stocking. I love it.
    Merry Christmas!

    December 15th, 2008 at 7:02 pm

  423. Christy says:

    This is so much fun! Thanks for hosting this!

    December 15th, 2008 at 7:03 pm

  424. Kara says:

    Today is so much fun!!!!!

    December 15th, 2008 at 7:05 pm

  425. Sahsha's Mummy says:

    Hey girl! Your tree looks great! I love the picture with the lights!!! Sparkly!I can’t wait to tour everyone’s home!!!

    December 15th, 2008 at 7:05 pm

  426. Amy says:

    My first time participating and I am enjoying visiting everyone’s site. Thanks for hosting!

    December 15th, 2008 at 7:09 pm

  427. Joanne says:

    OH MY WORD! I linked up late last night pacific time and just came back to see how many homes I get to tour…527?!? I may not get off this computer until February.

    When I am done, you can come over and join my bloggy carnival…raising money for my family law attorney after hubby flips a lid.

    December 15th, 2008 at 7:11 pm

  428. TCKK says:

    Finally got my post done. Now I can’t wait to go back and look at everyone else’s. Thanks so much for doing this and letting me participate. By the way, your decorations are very pretty!!

    December 15th, 2008 at 7:11 pm

  429. Veggiemomof2 says:

    I love your Christmas card tree. I’m looking for more ideas of how to display our cards.

    December 15th, 2008 at 7:16 pm

  430. canadacole says:

    I’m number 582! Marathon indeed! What a lovely full tour! Thanks so much for hostessing this BooMama! I love your card tree idea!

    December 15th, 2008 at 7:22 pm

  431. Fran says:

    Oh what fun it is to ride in a one horse open sleigh…….Hey!

    Has your computer started smokin with all the activity??

    December 15th, 2008 at 7:28 pm

  432. Staci Brown says:

    Thanks! Love the TOH!!

    December 15th, 2008 at 7:29 pm

  433. Headless Mom says:

    Oh my word! I should have commented last night when I linked. Silly girl!

    Sophie, thank you so much for doing this. Thank you from the bottom of my BlogHer heart! Merry Christmas, Friend!

    December 15th, 2008 at 7:31 pm

  434. Ginny says:

    Love the tour of homes, Soph! It’s fun to take a peek at the variety of decor in everyone’s homes! Merry Christmas!

    December 15th, 2008 at 7:32 pm

  435. mariel says:

    oh, this looks like fun…I am off to start taking pics and loading them up to join the Tour!!

    December 15th, 2008 at 7:33 pm

  436. Julie says:

    Oh Boo Mama, I love this!!! I am sooo going to join the tour next year! Thanks for doing this. Oh yeah, I love the one armed monkey! Decorations with a story are wonderful!

    December 15th, 2008 at 7:38 pm

  437. Melissa says:

    What a great and fun idea! I love to see all the special traditions. Merry Christmas! Only 10 more day!

    December 15th, 2008 at 7:43 pm

  438. Laura D says:

    I love your Christmas tree! (Especially with the lights off.) Who really remembers exactly how everything looked last year? I sure don’t. I had to look at the pictures of my house last yearso I could copy some of my “good ideas”! Thanks for doing the tour. Love it!

    December 15th, 2008 at 7:44 pm

  439. Allison says:

    Thanks for stopping by and commenting and also for organizing such a fun tour! I have found so many great blogs just from this event!

    December 15th, 2008 at 7:48 pm

  440. Stephanie says:

    This is a great idea! I think I might get to snapping pictures and post too! :-)

    December 15th, 2008 at 7:51 pm

  441. BecauseImTheMommy says:

    I’m late to the party, but having such a wonderful time. Thank you for hosting a spectacular event!

    December 15th, 2008 at 7:59 pm

  442. Donna, The Decorated House says:

    Hey Lady~
    We had a blast last year and here it is that special time of year again.

    Loved visiting with you!
    Donna

    December 15th, 2008 at 8:02 pm

  443. jill says:

    Can’t wait to take the tour. I’ve enjoyed living vicariously through others this year! Merry Christmas!

    December 15th, 2008 at 8:04 pm

  444. Katrina (Callapidder Days) says:

    Beautiful! I especially love your Christmas card tree. Thanks for hosting this — it’s lots of fun!

    December 15th, 2008 at 8:08 pm

  445. Llyn Marshall says:

    Wow! I’m number 600! Good grief! Can’t wait to see everyone’s decos!

    December 15th, 2008 at 8:09 pm

  446. Adrian says:

    So much fun! I can’t wait to see all the homes. I love your card-tree idea. Too cute!

    December 15th, 2008 at 8:13 pm

  447. Sincerely Anna says:

    Wow, it seems that the blogging community has grown a bit! Thanks for hosting and Merry Christmas, Sophie!

    December 15th, 2008 at 8:19 pm

  448. Wonderwoman says:

    Your home looks beautiful! I can’t believe how many people are participating!! You’ve got a lot of friends.

    December 15th, 2008 at 8:30 pm

  449. Niki says:

    Thanks for the virtual tour! It’s much easier than being stuck in a stuffy car with smelly relatives trolling the neighborhood to oooh and ahhh!

    December 15th, 2008 at 8:40 pm

  450. Lisa @ me u and family says:

    Great idea! It’s like the online version of driving around looking at your neighbors Christmas lights.

    Merry Christmas!

    December 15th, 2008 at 8:40 pm

  451. Yaya says:

    My goodness…there’s a crowd here! Your home looks so pretty and festive all dressed up for the holidays. Merry Christmas.
    Yaya

    December 15th, 2008 at 8:51 pm

  452. Reen says:

    Your home looks so pretty and festive! I had to splurge and sip a mug of nog while touring all of the homes!

    WOW!!

    December 15th, 2008 at 8:54 pm

  453. Debbi says:

    I’m new to blogging this year and love this idea. With over 600 sites, it’s going to take me FOREVER to visit them all, but I have a good start.

    Thanks for having us into your home to see your beautiful decorations! It’s very warm and welcoming. Your son’s tree is my favorite!

    December 15th, 2008 at 9:02 pm

  454. Rita says:

    Heard of this tour through my SiL in Argentina. Fun!
    It will take me till next Christmas to complete the tour!
    Gracias y Feliz Navidad!

    December 15th, 2008 at 9:06 pm

  455. jen says:

    this is so fun! i’m feeling inspired to pull out more of my decorations and to change up a few things for next year. merry Christmas everyone.

    December 15th, 2008 at 9:06 pm

  456. Megan says:

    LOVE it! Thanks so much for doing this!

    December 15th, 2008 at 9:07 pm

  457. B says:

    Oh my word at the 600+ posts!

    December 15th, 2008 at 9:07 pm

  458. Morgan B says:

    Love this time of year and looking at everyone’s adorable decorations!! Merry Christmas!

    December 15th, 2008 at 9:09 pm

  459. Ashleigh says:

    So neat! Am enjoying looking at all the different kinds of decorations!

    December 15th, 2008 at 9:15 pm

  460. fullheartandhands mama says:

    Okay, I’m late, but hopefully better late than never. Thanks for doing this!

    December 15th, 2008 at 9:31 pm

  461. Lisa @ The Preacher's Wife says:

    Okay, I didn’t get my post done because I’ve been shopping like a mad woman. But, I just had to stop in and say I love your blue feather trees. And, oh stinkin’ heck, 600+ houses to visit? I’m truly amazed.

    December 15th, 2008 at 9:33 pm

  462. Lindsay says:

    This was so much fun! It made me get the last few decorations done that I have been wanting to do. Can’t wait to join in again next year!

    December 15th, 2008 at 9:33 pm

  463. Jennifer says:

    I just got mine up! Hope it shows! Your decorations and story are great. This was fun. Will be back next year.

    December 15th, 2008 at 9:36 pm

  464. Alisa @ Colors of CHRISTmas says:

    Love your post! Your decorations are lovely. What a great blog party! Everyone is so creative – I am new to blogging and am having so much fun checking out everyone’s site. Check mine out at http://colorsofchristmas.blogspot.com
    I’ll visit again soon.

    December 15th, 2008 at 9:43 pm

  465. The Happy Housewife says:

    I am insanely jealous of your monkey! I have been carrying around monkey fabric for years just waiting until we finally settle somewhere and I can make curtains! I have a few little monkeys, but nothing as cute as your stocking holder. Funny thing, I only like fake monkeys, real ones creep me out!
    Merry Christmas!
    Toni

    December 15th, 2008 at 9:44 pm

  466. Just B says:

    So fun!! I love seeing the difference in decorating. Merry Christmas!

    December 15th, 2008 at 9:45 pm

  467. Tim says:

    Thanks for such a great idea. This is our first year participating in the tour, but we have been putting up programmed light shows for years. We will have the video up shortly, for now just photos. It will be for sure worth the wait. Video will be up in the next few days. Thanks again, and God Bless your family this holiday season.

    December 15th, 2008 at 9:48 pm

  468. Karah says:

    This is my first time doing the tour of homes. I love looking at everyones house. What a great idea!! Merry Christmas

    December 15th, 2008 at 9:55 pm

  469. Joy says:

    Your home is beautiful!!! This is so fun- thanks for hosting!

    December 15th, 2008 at 9:56 pm

  470. Rachel says:

    yeah!! I did it! First time and with a sick husband and 3 littles to boot. Do I get a gold star anyway?! Very fun!

    December 15th, 2008 at 9:58 pm

  471. Elizabeth says:

    I did it, even if I will probably be the very last one! Merry Christmas!

    December 15th, 2008 at 10:01 pm

  472. Lisa says:

    Your tree is beautiful! Thanks for the invite. I can’t wait to visit all these wonderful blogs!!
    Lisa

    December 15th, 2008 at 10:02 pm

  473. seas says:

    Oh my, so many beautiful homes. Thanks for all the fun!

    December 15th, 2008 at 10:03 pm

  474. Kristen@nosmallthing says:

    What a great idea. Love your tree! And that one-armed monkey. Love that monkey. :)

    December 15th, 2008 at 10:07 pm

  475. Andrea @ Mommy Snacks.net says:

    What a neat idea!! Well, I could take a pic of all my boxes piled up waiting to be unpacked and decorated but I’ll just look in awe of everyone’s beautiful homes!!

    December 15th, 2008 at 10:08 pm

  476. Jenn says:

    What a lovely idea – thanks for hosting!

    December 15th, 2008 at 10:09 pm

  477. ~Kim says:

    This is my first year to do this and it is fun! Thanks for hosting the tour!
    Merry Christmas!

    December 15th, 2008 at 10:09 pm

  478. Amanda says:

    I am new to this so what a neat idea! What fun!

    December 15th, 2008 at 10:11 pm

  479. casual friday everyday says:

    Beautiful decorations! Much snazzier than mine this year. But, I have a pretty good reason if you ask me ;)

    Nell

    December 15th, 2008 at 10:24 pm

  480. Cora says:

    Thanks for posting! This is my first year participating and I had a lot of fun just getting ready. I am looking forward to seeing what others have done!

    December 15th, 2008 at 10:31 pm

  481. Jen says:

    I am so glad that you hosted this fun party again this year! It has been so much fun visiting around everyone’s homes.
    Wishing you and your family a jolly holiday!
    Jennifer

    December 15th, 2008 at 10:34 pm

  482. Susan says:

    Happy Holidays!

    Thanks for doing this…so many wonderful ideas!

    December 15th, 2008 at 10:52 pm

  483. DeeDee says:

    Sophie….
    this was so much fun. I am late getting mine posted. But I made it before Midnight!!!

    Now, I need to start my visits.

    thanks for hosting.
    Sweet Blessings!
    DeeDee

    December 15th, 2008 at 11:00 pm

  484. Jean Stockdale says:

    May the Lord bless you and your family with a glorious time of celebration of the birth of the Lord Jesus Christ.

    Thanks for hosting this fun event.

    Happy Holy-days!
    Jean Stockdale

    December 15th, 2008 at 11:03 pm

  485. Aubrey Barela says:

    Thanks for hosting it was fun!
    Merry Christmas!
    Aubrey

    December 15th, 2008 at 11:05 pm

  486. Nancy says:

    Thanks for hosting the Tour! I look forward to seeing more of the homes and getting some great ideas!

    December 15th, 2008 at 11:07 pm

  487. Satsuki says:

    Just finished mine. This was actually a lot of fun!

    December 15th, 2008 at 11:10 pm

  488. Pam says:

    oh…I love this!!! I’m a Christmas Tour of the Homes virgin so I am OVERWHELMED!!! You ladies put me to shame!

    December 15th, 2008 at 11:12 pm

  489. Natalie @ Something Beautiful or Humorous says:

    Boomama, I love your dining room table. Stunning!! Also love the idea of the Christmas Card Tree.

    I just finished mine, too. Hey, it’s still the 15th in CA! (Too bad I’m in VA!) :) But thanks for letting me participate. Lots of fun! :)

    December 15th, 2008 at 11:14 pm

  490. Erica Hami says:

    What a wonderful idea! Thanks for the fun!

    December 15th, 2008 at 11:14 pm

  491. sweethomealagirl says:

    Okay, I just added my linky to the madness :) I honestly don’t know how you keep up with so many links and comments, but I am very glad you do! Lots of love, boo!

    December 15th, 2008 at 11:15 pm

  492. Celesta says:

    Tons o fun! Thanks for the blog.

    December 15th, 2008 at 11:18 pm

  493. Kristina says:

    Thanks for this! How fun!!! I got in JUST IN TIME!!

    December 15th, 2008 at 11:21 pm

  494. Cowgirl says:

    Awesome idea for a fun glimpse into people’s homes. And since we’re invited, I don’t feel so voyeristic! Thanks again, BooMama!

    December 15th, 2008 at 11:34 pm

  495. Amber Filkins says:

    Geez!!!! There are SOOOOO many links on here!! I think I’ve just gotten lost in the shuffle. lol.

    Glad you did this!! Fun!

    December 15th, 2008 at 11:36 pm

  496. Colleen - Mommy Always Wins says:

    Wow, your decorations are BEAUTIFUL!

    I linked up with a post I wrote the other day, showing our current tree (which I LOVE) and some *really* funny trees from Christmasses past. Hope that’s not cheating! Your decor makes the stuff in my house look, uh…not fancy. :-)

    I did post a holiday recipe the other day, too. The recipe (and photo) for Cranberry Cream Cheese bread can be found here.

    Will have to check out others’ photos – this Mama always needs decorating help!

    December 15th, 2008 at 11:39 pm

  497. kARIN says:

    Love this huge party! This is awesome! Love your decorations!

    December 15th, 2008 at 11:42 pm

  498. Robin says:

    Wow, what a response!! Please visit my nest. Thank you for hosting such a fabulous party!

    December 15th, 2008 at 11:43 pm

  499. Alicia @ Experiencing Each Moment says:

    Your table spread is to die for!

    December 15th, 2008 at 11:52 pm

  500. Heather says:

    Your home looks lovely!!! Thanks for hosting the Tour of Homes again this year…I do love to look around in other folks’ homes, and it’s especially nice to be able to do it while sitting in the comfort of my own home wearing my p.j.’s. Merry, Merry to you, David and Alex!

    December 16th, 2008 at 12:00 am

  501. Carla says:

    Thanks for doing this, this is fun! Merry Christmas!

    December 16th, 2008 at 12:33 am

  502. amanda says:

    688 links…are you kidding me??? This has got to be the rockinest party ever! I almost didn’t link up, but thought, what the heck? This is unbelievable!

    December 16th, 2008 at 12:39 am

  503. Sarah says:

    MERRY CHRISTMAS!!!!!

    December 16th, 2008 at 12:48 am

  504. Shell says:

    First time doing this. I added my link!

    December 16th, 2008 at 1:41 am

  505. catsmum says:

    Last year you had 486 of us participating. Well girly at the moment you’re up to 694

    Wonder what’ll happen next year!!!

    December 16th, 2008 at 2:39 am

  506. Southern Fried Gal says:

    Thanks for hosting this fun tour. I’m excited to join the fun but even more excited to see all the beautiful home decor!

    December 16th, 2008 at 2:54 am

  507. Sheila - lookiloos says:

    Thanks so much for hosting this – the homes are gorgeous. I am floored by all the great style! I am jealous.

    December 16th, 2008 at 3:08 am

  508. Kara says:

    Your home is beautiful and SO original! Thank you for sharing and giving everyone else the opportunity to do the same! Merry Christmas!

    December 16th, 2008 at 3:56 am

  509. Suzi says:

    Love the Christmas card tree! I will have to steal that idea someday! Such a great way to display cards!!

    December 16th, 2008 at 5:12 am

  510. Amanda says:

    Thanking you fabulous BooMama! Love the tree and your wreath/door bell is genius. Merry Christmas and God Bless.

    December 16th, 2008 at 6:02 am

  511. Kymber@A New Day Dawning says:

    Wow – Boo Mama,It is going to take you forever to wade through all of these comments! Thanks so much for inviting us all to participate – this has been so much fun!
    Blessings,
    Kymber

    December 16th, 2008 at 7:15 am

  512. M Pat says:

    Love it all! Can’t wait to see everyone’s ideas.

    December 16th, 2008 at 7:30 am

  513. Jenelle says:

    Better late than never. Here I am!

    December 16th, 2008 at 7:34 am

  514. Ashley - The Ingram Gang says:

    Beautiful home!!!
    I love the card tree with the window in the background. It’s picture perfect!
    Merry Christmas

    December 16th, 2008 at 7:41 am

  515. Amy says:

    I love that you use your childhood ornaments in your son’s room. I still have several of mine too.

    December 16th, 2008 at 7:45 am

  516. shannon says:

    Woo-hoo! I’m number 711. How do you make an apartment in a foreign country with standard blah furniture feel like home for the holidays? Lots and lots of decorations!

    December 16th, 2008 at 8:00 am

  517. Brittney says:

    I love this tour idea! This year I do not get to participate because I do not have my own home and decorations out (just moved) But I look forward to participating next year!

    I love the Christmas Card Tree!!!! That is such a cute idea!

    December 16th, 2008 at 8:30 am

  518. Kristy says:

    Beautiful! I LOVE that purty table!!!

    December 16th, 2008 at 8:30 am

  519. Debbie ~ Heart Choices says:

    What a great idea! I guess I’m a day late though. Next year I want to be in on this. I’ll be checking the many blogs who participated this year though. I can’t believe how many responded; that’s great!

    December 16th, 2008 at 8:31 am

  520. Jodi says:

    I am so glad I remembered about this tour!! I love all your decorations! Merry Christmas!

    December 16th, 2008 at 8:56 am

  521. Lynette3boys says:

    Wow – there are a lot of tours going on. I’m going to need to stock up on cookies and hot chocolate if I’m going to get through all of these. Whew!

    December 16th, 2008 at 9:00 am

  522. Shelly W. says:

    Hope you don’t mind that I’m late to the party. I just couldn’t get to it yesterday, but I did want to take part in this great idea.

    Thanks, BooMama!! And merry Christmas!

    December 16th, 2008 at 9:00 am

  523. Lindsay says:

    I just love your Christmas Card Tree….that is such a unique idea, and I love the idea of it being in the playroom. I might have to copy this idea, for sure! Also love your Christmas plates in your dining room!

    December 16th, 2008 at 9:34 am

  524. Betty says:

    Thank you so much I love your site.

    December 16th, 2008 at 9:38 am

  525. Christy M. says:

    Your home is beautiful! I’m so excited to participate in your tour of homes this year for the first time!

    Merry, merry Christmas!!

    December 16th, 2008 at 9:41 am

  526. Ann Marie says:

    Whoa! you have tons of links! thats awesome!!
    I wanted to comment on your card tree! thats a great idea! I was trying to come up withsomething cute ans creative for our cards, rather than wallpapering the fridge! ;) I’ll tuck that one awayfor next year!

    December 16th, 2008 at 9:47 am

  527. Ann Marie says:

    oh, and we have the same dishes!! I love my Friendly Village! I use them Sept thru March! they are not overly Christmasy, but can be holiday-ified, if you will.

    December 16th, 2008 at 9:49 am

  528. Kristen says:

    I don’t know how I am ever going to get through this list, but thank you for hosting such an amazing carnival. Happy Holiday!!

    December 16th, 2008 at 9:49 am

  529. Mindy Harris says:

    “read by tens of people every single day”

    Love that tagline; I want one for my blog!

    Merry Christmas everybody…we did a fake tree this year, but it looks purdy!

    December 16th, 2008 at 10:33 am

  530. Natasha says:

    Thank you Boo Mama for hosting this Christmas tour of homes! It has been fun, and I’ve gotten a lot of great ideas!

    December 16th, 2008 at 10:56 am

  531. E-dub says:

    Ok I just have to say that your Latin made. My. Day.

    December 16th, 2008 at 10:58 am

  532. Melissa says:

    i stink at getting to parties on time! but i’m here, and so glad to be!! thanks!

    December 16th, 2008 at 11:20 am

  533. Rosie says:

    Thanks for hosting Tour of Homes 2008. Very enjoyable!

    December 16th, 2008 at 12:05 pm

  534. Chrysanthemama says:

    I just got mine up, I think I was 739! That is great! I can’t wait to sit down and tour some of the home. Merry Christmas!

    December 16th, 2008 at 12:21 pm

  535. Talysa says:

    Thanks so much for this fabulous idea! I used to love open houses as a little girl! I have loved seeing your pics and ideas…might steal your card tree idea next year if you don’t mind!… stayed up till 3 in the morning putting my post together…I have linked you and also included a nice Christmas Wassail recipe…enjoy!

    December 16th, 2008 at 12:22 pm

  536. dayna says:

    You are popular Boo Mama! I haven’t ever seen such a big party. There are some Fabulous ideas to peruse.

    December 16th, 2008 at 12:43 pm

  537. Brooke says:

    This is so cute! I’ve enjoyed visiting other people’s homes!!

    December 16th, 2008 at 12:54 pm

  538. Mimi says:

    Thank you for sharing your home with the blogger world. This is my first time to see this. Your decorations are beautiful.

    December 16th, 2008 at 12:58 pm

  539. melissa says:

    thanks so much for doing this~I have loved it and hope it’s not too late to join. I love your site!
    melissa

    December 16th, 2008 at 1:10 pm

  540. Sherri says:

    Thanks for hosting this Magical Christmas Tour! I’ve just started blogging, and really enjoy your blog!
    Merry Christmas!

    December 16th, 2008 at 1:22 pm

  541. Renee says:

    Great Home Tour! What a fun tradition to host it on the internet. Love it! Just about fell of my chair laughing with your latin shrub explanation. Thanks for letting me visit your festive home!

    December 16th, 2008 at 1:50 pm

  542. Jennifer says:

    Alright, well I’m not posting pics of my house because to be honest I’m not the most festive person in the whole world (to be honest I just put out my decorations this past Sunday and that was because my 7 year old was going to simply die if we didn’t get it done. However, I am going to go on a tour of other’s homes and continue to increase my Christmas mood (I have to admit that the decorations made a huge difference). Anyways, I also just wanted to say that your comments, descriptions, etc. were so funny and I will certainly be back to see what other kinds of things you come up with. You have certainly brightened my already quite wonderful day. :)

    December 16th, 2008 at 2:03 pm

  543. Melissa (Missy) says:

    Your home and Christmas Decor is just lovely! I love you table setting. Everything is so festive!

    December 16th, 2008 at 2:09 pm

  544. Jill says:

    I love this! Thanks for sharing!

    December 16th, 2008 at 2:20 pm

  545. NancysLostandFound says:

    I’m so behind…I’m a day late and I only got part of my post up. Plus, I’ll be up all night touring all these other 700 homes. But Oh What Fun!

    December 16th, 2008 at 2:27 pm

  546. Mandi says:

    I can’t believe I’m 755!! This is so incredibly fun! My family and I have been waiting for this day since the summer. We plan to set up the Wii in the living room and surf as many of these lovely homes as possible while sipping some hot chocolate. Merry Christmas and thanks!!

    December 16th, 2008 at 2:45 pm

  547. Polly Stallings says:

    I love your website, I hope I did it right, I am a new blogger and linking I don’t know how, so I took a stab at it! I love your decorations. If I did it wrong please write me and tell me how.
    Merry Christmas, and God Bless you.

    December 16th, 2008 at 2:59 pm

  548. gracie says:

    BOO Mama

    Please email me…I’ve tried to email you but it bounces back.

    I have a blog emergency. Thanks!

    December 16th, 2008 at 3:10 pm

  549. HSingMama says:

    Thanks for putting this together. I love seeing what everyone is doing. Lots of inspiration! :)

    December 16th, 2008 at 3:27 pm

  550. BethP says:

    How do I join in on the tour?

    December 16th, 2008 at 3:29 pm

  551. Debbie in Georgia says:

    I loved seeing all the different tastes out there .. What a wonderfully fun event.

    December 16th, 2008 at 4:06 pm

  552. Tiffany in Washington...for now! says:

    Hi BooMama,
    I’m really enjoying all the tours. Thanks!

    I have a question about one of the advertisements on your right stidebar that popped up. The help Veterans Back… how did you get that on your blog? I am a military spouse and would LURVE to have that on our blog to support the men and women of our Armed Forces. Thanks for your help.

    Tiffany

    December 16th, 2008 at 4:39 pm

  553. Mary Katherine says:

    So glad you’re doing this again! So fun!

    December 16th, 2008 at 4:49 pm

  554. Brittany says:

    Beautiful, beautiful home, can’t wait to see everyone elses!!!

    December 16th, 2008 at 4:54 pm

  555. Printersdevil says:

    Thanks for hosting. I will spend many hours here during the next few days!

    December 16th, 2008 at 4:55 pm

  556. JDish says:

    What a wonderful tour! Your home is so real- with old decorations, broken (but much-loved) decorations, and lots of love.

    Merry Christmas!

    December 16th, 2008 at 5:05 pm

  557. Megan says:

    Thanks so much for putting this together again! Although I now have to justify the hours spent at my computer while my children run amok throughout my house! :)Merry Christmas!

    December 16th, 2008 at 5:10 pm

  558. ILiveToWorship says:

    Thanks for the fun opportunity! I live near a very wealthy community in Nashville and have always wanted to go to an open house – this is much better though! No snobs and it’s free! :)
    Thanks again and your home is lovely.
    -The Newbee SP

    December 16th, 2008 at 5:32 pm

  559. Calamity Anne says:

    This is so magical touring everyone’s homes. Merry Christmas to all!!!

    December 16th, 2008 at 6:05 pm

  560. Lori says:

    What a wonderful way to get into the Christmas spirit, touring everyone else’s home. Thanks so much!

    December 16th, 2008 at 6:20 pm

  561. sue says:

    BEAUTIFUL, thanks for opening up your home! What a blessing!
    Sue
    marklovessue@numail.org

    December 16th, 2008 at 7:21 pm

  562. Carol says:

    Thanks for the tour. I enjoyed it very much. It looks like a wonderful spirit of Christmas. Carol

    December 16th, 2008 at 7:40 pm

  563. Kim @ My Little Corner of History says:

    Oh I do love looking at Christmas decorations!

    December 16th, 2008 at 7:46 pm

  564. JerriAnn Smith says:

    I couldn’t resist looking at all the pretty homes, so I had to go take some pictures of mine and put them up. I don’t think I did it right becasue if you click on mine, 795!!! hello…who is actually look that far down, it takes you to the blog and you see everything there, but if you do go, scroll down to the second one.

    I loved this idea and just wanted to thank you for such a cool thing to do.

    Also, I am new so please forgive me, I’m not quite with it yet.

    JerriAnn

    December 16th, 2008 at 8:20 pm

  565. LaDonna F says:

    I just found out about the Virtual Christmas Tour from A Chelsea Morning and I have to say it’s a wonderful idea! I love your Christmas card tree, so much so I may steal the idea next year. Merry Christmas!

    December 16th, 2008 at 8:43 pm

  566. Lela Faye says:

    Thanks so much for letting me peak into your home. It’s so pretty.
    Have a blessed Christmas.

    Lela Faye
    The Southern Sanctuary

    December 16th, 2008 at 8:49 pm

  567. Jen says:

    Love the card idea!

    December 16th, 2008 at 9:16 pm

  568. Kim says:

    So pretty – I too love the blue trees on your dining table. A set dining table makes me so happy. :)

    December 16th, 2008 at 9:42 pm

  569. Dana says:

    This fun great fun! I love getting new ideas from other peoples houses.

    December 16th, 2008 at 9:53 pm

  570. amanda says:

    thanks for the party! so fun to see all the wonderful decorating ideas out there!

    December 16th, 2008 at 9:55 pm

  571. Beth says:

    My first time to join!! Love looking at all the homes!! Thanks for putting this together!

    December 16th, 2008 at 9:55 pm

  572. Paula says:

    my first time too-this is so fun! love me some christmas cheer :)

    December 16th, 2008 at 10:04 pm

  573. Cynthia says:

    Love all the great ideals!

    December 16th, 2008 at 10:52 pm

  574. Staci says:

    The one-armed monkey hanger cracks me up. So glad he had a moment in the spotlight.

    December 16th, 2008 at 11:01 pm

  575. All Rileyed Up says:

    Oh my gosh, my parents have that same exact nativity set! I used to get really excited about setting it up every year.

    Love this tour! How fun! Here’s mine:

    http://allrileyedup.com/2008/12/16/christmas-tour-of-homes-2008/

    December 16th, 2008 at 11:35 pm

  576. Bev Brandon says:

    You are such a delight. So grateful this has been a success for you bringing internets together in such joy. Loved loved loved meeting you face-to-face, especially since I thought your face was bigmama. Remembering your post from last Christmas with your mom under the tree. My daughter took a dip and a dive hanging the tree topper and we so laughed about your mom’s story last year.

    December 17th, 2008 at 12:38 am

  577. Angela (Cottage Magpie) says:

    Goodness, this tour just gets exponentially huger every year! You are amazing for doing it, and thank you for letting us all join up. What fun!
    ~Angela :-)

    December 17th, 2008 at 1:12 am

  578. Mary Ann says:

    Thanks for hosting!

    December 17th, 2008 at 6:47 am

  579. Gattina says:

    Your home looks so warm and cosy. A beautiful decoration.
    I have my decoration here I showed it already for “Show & Tell”

    December 17th, 2008 at 8:20 am

  580. Paula says:

    Thank you for letting me be a part of this!

    December 17th, 2008 at 8:29 am

  581. Amber says:

    Great idea for Christmas decor ideas! Thanks to everyone.

    December 17th, 2008 at 8:42 am

  582. Bev - GRITS says:

    Well, ridiculously late, but here. Loved your photos, especially the table – makes me want to run to TJ Maxx and buy pretty things for the table, so I just may!

    December 17th, 2008 at 9:38 am

  583. Jenna says:

    I’m a little late… but had planned to post pictures of our house at Christmas and thought I’d join in too!

    December 17th, 2008 at 9:43 am

  584. Connie Weiss says:

    I’m late…..but now I’m ready!

    December 17th, 2008 at 9:55 am

  585. Stephanie from MO says:

    I am late, but wanted to participate too. Merry Christmas!

    December 17th, 2008 at 10:15 am

  586. Shawna says:

    It looks beautiful as always, Sophie. Thank you for hosting, once again. Merry Christmas to you and your family.

    December 17th, 2008 at 10:47 am

  587. Susan B says:

    Wonderful, delightful!

    December 17th, 2008 at 11:11 am

  588. Linda in St.Louis says:

    I just read about this and I love the card tree. What a good idea! Thank you for showing your pictures and the links to others.
    Linda in StLouis

    December 17th, 2008 at 1:21 pm

  589. Debbie says:

    Oh my, I love this, how long have you been doing this! I am going to take some pictures and put them up. You are correct, BooMama, this is a marathon, pace yourselves!

    Love and Blessings, Debbie in Tennessee

    December 17th, 2008 at 1:41 pm

  590. Cyndi says:

    This is really great fun!!! Thanks so much for hosting this. If I could send you a gift I would.

    Merry Christmas!!

    December 17th, 2008 at 3:02 pm

  591. Allison says:

    This is such a great idea! I’m glad I found this….Merry Christmas!

    December 17th, 2008 at 3:08 pm

  592. Elizabeth says:

    The ideas bloggers come up with never cease to amaze me!

    Have a Merry Christmas!

    December 17th, 2008 at 3:20 pm

  593. Jennifer says:

    Wow! I can’t believe I just found your blog. I guess I am a day late and a dollar short. What a great idea! Hopefully, I can join in next year.

    December 17th, 2008 at 3:49 pm

  594. Ami says:

    What a fun tour! I just found your blog yesterday, and know I’m late – but decided to join in the fun anyway! Merry Christmas!

    December 17th, 2008 at 4:33 pm

  595. Teresa says:

    I love your blog!!!

    Merry Christmas!

    December 17th, 2008 at 4:41 pm

  596. Sunny says:

    Love your house and your blog…my kids have Christmas trees for their rooms too:-)

    December 17th, 2008 at 5:16 pm

  597. Debbie ~ Heart Choices says:

    This is so much fun! I know I’m late but I hope it’s OK. I can’t believe how many participated. I have lots of homes to check out.

    December 17th, 2008 at 6:07 pm

  598. Carrie says:

    I was really nervous to do this as I don’t feel like my blog or my decorations are tour worthy – but I had so much fun doing it! Thank you for this idea!
    Now, I have to return to touring other homes!

    December 17th, 2008 at 6:26 pm

  599. Stephanie(ocean mommy) says:

    Hey Boo! I know you probably will not see this comment! Goodness it’s crazy around here!! :) LOVE it…this tour has given me a much needed distraction while the man watches all the “Boy shows” on the DVR. I just can not stomach Prison Break one more time…anyway…

    Are the blue trees on your dining room table peacock feathers? LOVE THEM and I’m going to try and recreate that look..

    Merry Christmas!
    steph.

    December 17th, 2008 at 7:30 pm

  600. Connie Weiss says:

    Better late then never!

    Love the table setting! Just beautiful!

    December 17th, 2008 at 7:36 pm

  601. MamaCass says:

    I love this! Traditions are certainly my favorite part of the season. Your table is gorgeous.

    December 17th, 2008 at 7:43 pm

  602. Bethany Sachs says:

    Love the website! Thanks!

    December 17th, 2008 at 7:53 pm

  603. Joyce says:

    I can. not. believe. how many links you have on your tour.
    I was not planning to stay up all night….
    Cool.

    December 17th, 2008 at 8:19 pm

  604. Leanne says:

    Such a fun idea! I had a blast with this post. Thanks for the fun touring! Happy holidays…

    December 17th, 2008 at 9:06 pm

  605. Kristen Jenkins says:

    I love this! its so fun :) mine isnt great.. but its my first house. & first christmas away from my parents house.

    December 17th, 2008 at 9:27 pm

  606. Elisa Beth says:

    I’m new to blogging and this is great. I’ve gotten so many ideas for decorating for next year!

    December 17th, 2008 at 9:30 pm

  607. Beth says:

    OK. My comment may well get buried among the seventyleven already here, but in the interest of “cousinness” thrice removed; I must at least give it the ole’ seersucker-wearing-southern-lady try.

    You did a great job of convincing me earlier this year that we were somehow related because we both dearly love people that wore their seersucker jackets and carried the matching handbag in spite of the 100+ degree weather with matching (because we MUST coordinate in EVERYTHING y’all) humidity to any event.

    Now, I must say for the record, just in case there was any smidge of reluctance on your part to fully accept our obvious relatedness, that after seeing these photos of your Christmas home; I am FULLY convinced that you are the sister that my parents never quite gave me the full scoop on.

    Why? I’m sure you’re asking (because I know we’re related and I’d be asking if I were you). Well, those dishes on your festive table? The EXACT same pattern that my dear Mama and I both have had FOREVER! I actually received her set when she went to live with Jesus because as beautiful as they are; we were pretty sure that she wouldn’t be needin’ ‘em there. And, as if that weren’t proof enough, the nativity pieces? The EXACT same set we have! Again, Mama was quite sure that the actual heavenly version would be way cooler, so I got this set passed on to me as well. Seen’ as how I played with it non-stop from Thanksgiving right through to the new year anyway, she figured I should have the privilege of telling my kids to ‘please stop putting the lamb on the ladder’, and do NOT put Baby Jesus on the camel.’

    Yep! I’m convinced! We are fer’ sure related. Done deal.

    Merry Christmas, Sis!

    Beth

    December 17th, 2008 at 9:58 pm

  608. Jenny Lynn says:

    So much fun!!!

    Such a great way to get good ideas from others :)

    Merry Christmas!!!

    December 17th, 2008 at 10:28 pm

  609. Jocelyn says:

    Such a fun idea… thanks for sharing!

    December 17th, 2008 at 11:12 pm

  610. The Branum's says:

    I love touring all the homes!!!!

    December 17th, 2008 at 11:13 pm

  611. Maggie Thornton says:

    What a great idea. I found you through Jeremiah Films and Feedjit. Your tree is really beautiful and I love the idea of a Christmas Card tree. What a wonder that we have this time to be with family and friends and to talk about the wonder of the birth of Christ.

    Maggie @ Maggie’s Notebook

    December 17th, 2008 at 11:26 pm

  612. Carol-Knitted Kitty says:

    I adore your Christmas Card Tree!! What a fantastic idea. Thanks for the tour and Merry Christmas to you.

    December 18th, 2008 at 12:49 am

  613. Jill Scott says:

    Thanks for hosting this Christmas Tour. It’s fun to be able to participate, even if I’m a little late!

    December 18th, 2008 at 1:06 am

  614. Jeanne says:

    This is great! Lots of wonderful homes to look at.

    Is there any way to delete link #862?
    My typing fingers screwed up and entered the wrong link! Sorry.

    xo
    jeanne

    December 18th, 2008 at 4:36 am

  615. Kimba @ A Soft Place to Land says:

    I added another link just because I want to help push you to the 1,000 mark. That would be amazing!

    Kimba

    December 18th, 2008 at 6:54 am

  616. Kim Gannon says:

    Thanks for doing this!!!! How awesome to see everyone’s style and uniqueness! Merry Christmas!
    Kim

    December 18th, 2008 at 9:51 am

  617. Kim Gannon says:

    Ooops. Can’t share without a link huh?? Kim

    December 18th, 2008 at 9:53 am

  618. nancy ray says:

    i think this is the most brilliant idea ever! LOVE it.

    December 18th, 2008 at 10:14 am

  619. Emily says:

    Wow 869! The chances of anyone seeing my entry are pretty slim.

    December 18th, 2008 at 11:14 am

  620. Carol @ She Lives says:

    Hey, Boo! Remember a couple of years ago when you were trying to decide whether to do this?

    Yeah.

    ROTFL!!!

    December 18th, 2008 at 11:26 am

  621. Kate says:

    I just didn’t get my act together in time but what a fun idea!

    December 18th, 2008 at 11:45 am

  622. Jill says:

    What a beautiful home!
    Thanks for hosting this. What a fun idea!

    December 18th, 2008 at 12:19 pm

  623. Lisa says:

    Fantastic little tour you’ve got going on here! Thanks for hosting! I hope you top 1,000!!

    December 18th, 2008 at 1:49 pm

  624. Mrs. Ashton says:

    Love the nativity scene this looks just like the one my Mama had when I was growing up. I could not belive my eyes. Great idea doing the open house!

    December 18th, 2008 at 3:36 pm

  625. JenJen says:

    Sorry I am so late linking up. I hope I didn’t miss out on all the fun! Thanks for hosting this wonderful party!

    Jen

    December 18th, 2008 at 4:32 pm

  626. DuongSheahan says:

    Wow, what a fabulous Idea to get to see everyone’s Christmas Decor through Tour of Homes online! I love your decorations and thanks for posting this wonderful site! Got some ideas for next year!

    December 18th, 2008 at 4:45 pm

  627. deb says:

    Loved the tour, wonderful idea. My favorite thing is peeking inside other peoples homes to see their decorating. This is better than progresive dinners, home tours, and peeping toms.

    December 18th, 2008 at 4:53 pm

  628. starrb says:

    Love the card christmas tree, gave me a great idea for the next holiday season. also have added your blog to my favorites. I found and followed your link from work place like. Happy and safe holidays to all.

    December 18th, 2008 at 5:00 pm

  629. Rene Wheaton says:

    Thanks so much for hosting this great tour, so fun to see everyone’s Christmas Cheer.

    December 18th, 2008 at 6:06 pm

  630. Lindsey says:

    What a great idea! I love the tour of homes!

    December 18th, 2008 at 6:23 pm

  631. Judith says:

    Thanks for hosting this!

    December 18th, 2008 at 7:00 pm

  632. Betsy says:

    I’ve added mine to the list! This is a really fun idea!

    December 18th, 2008 at 7:07 pm

  633. Storm says:

    Please accept my apologies for being so late. I cannot believe I forgot what day this started. I have pictures for every day this month. Thanks for hosting.

    December 18th, 2008 at 7:34 pm

  634. Glenda says:

    I love nothing more than a home tour! Thanks for doing this – it’s a great idea!

    Merry Christmas!!

    December 18th, 2008 at 8:27 pm

  635. Amy says:

    Thank you so much for hosting this, I have so much fun on the tour and I love reading your blog.

    December 18th, 2008 at 8:44 pm

  636. Missy says:

    This is my first time and I love it. I really like looking at all the sites…it will take me several hours to go through them all, but so worth it.
    Merry Christmas

    December 18th, 2008 at 10:02 pm

  637. Julie Wendell says:

    This was so fun!! I love getting to show my decorations and get great ideas from others! Thanks!!

    December 18th, 2008 at 10:12 pm

  638. Rebecca says:

    Love your christmas decorations! And your blog always brings a smile to my face :) Thanks for hosting the Christmas tour!

    December 18th, 2008 at 10:19 pm

  639. edeenut says:

    Amazing list of linkers! I could be here until next year, I can’t wait to check on all the neat Christmas sharings!

    December 18th, 2008 at 11:26 pm

  640. Cori says:

    What a neat idea! Such beautiful homes. Merry Christmas!

    December 18th, 2008 at 11:36 pm

  641. Calista says:

    This was a hoot!!

    December 19th, 2008 at 12:21 am

  642. Jessica R says:

    Sweet mercy I am only on 65 and the list is up to 896! I’m going to be here through February going through all of these. At least I’ll have my Christmas decorations for next year planned by March!

    December 19th, 2008 at 12:33 am

  643. Carol says:

    Hi There!
    I can’t believe how many people are sharing their homes!! This is so much fun! I am going to write to you with some questions I have about how to enter and how to put the pics up on my blog – I am brand-new at this!!
    I love your door hanger thingie!!! Your house is beautiful! Thanks for doing this “tour” – it’s so much better than TV!!! LOL!!!
    Blessings to you this CHRISTmas!!!

    December 19th, 2008 at 2:25 am

  644. Melissa Burford says:

    I love the one-armed monkey…he’s really cute and that story will forever be told I’m sure. When my brother and I were little there was a little mini bear named Boo Boo that we always fought over (to put him on the tree, to play with him, everything). Thanks for sharing and for hosting a fab home party.

    December 19th, 2008 at 2:43 am

  645. Amanda says:

    Thank you so much for allowing us this opportunity! It is so much fun to see everyone’s great ideas and decorations!!!

    December 19th, 2008 at 7:00 am

  646. Emily says:

    My grandparents had a silver tree like that, too! What fun memories :)

    December 19th, 2008 at 7:43 am

  647. Courtney says:

    Thanks for doing the Christmas Tour of Homes. It has been so fun. Love the monkey with no arm!!!!

    December 19th, 2008 at 7:43 am

  648. Deanna says:

    My mom has put up my grandmother’s original silver tree from back in the day. It is georgeous, although not very big. I love the one you put in your sons room. AND I LOVE your table…decorated very nicely!!!

    December 19th, 2008 at 8:13 am

  649. Jessica says:

    Thanks for hosting this every year. I really look forward to it

    December 19th, 2008 at 8:24 am

  650. Karen says:

    Sneaking in at the last minute! Thank you for hostessing:)

    December 19th, 2008 at 9:49 am

  651. Sugar Mommy says:

    Better late than never!!

    December 19th, 2008 at 10:00 am

  652. Cory says:

    I can’t believe how many people are having open houses! It’s great! I hope I get to them all before next Christmas! Merry Christmas… =)

    December 19th, 2008 at 11:05 am

  653. Mary says:

    Thank you! I love seeing the decorations. I would love to join in but that would mean I have to finish the decorating and obviously I can’t seem to get it together enough to get that done. It’s fun to look at everyone else’s

    December 19th, 2008 at 11:25 am

  654. Sandra Hersey says:

    I am a little late to join in however I love this and love the idea! I will be posting to my site on Monday woohoo!
    Merry Christmas everyone and great job!

    December 19th, 2008 at 11:43 am

  655. Anne Marie says:

    What a blast. Thanks for the Christmas fun!

    December 19th, 2008 at 12:12 pm

  656. Carol says:

    Well, here I go – my very first blog for a House Tour! I hope I did this right!

    December 19th, 2008 at 1:36 pm

  657. sara l. says:

    LOVIN ‘ ALL THESE CHRISTMAS PRETTIES!
    sblilly14(@)yahoo(.)com

    December 19th, 2008 at 1:45 pm

  658. LPM says:

    We are so last minute!

    December 19th, 2008 at 2:07 pm

  659. Marti says:

    We had a nativity just like that when I was little! I had forgotten about it until I saw your picture. We kids played with it so much, the paint was worn of the figurines. Thanks for bringing back the memory!

    December 19th, 2008 at 2:43 pm

  660. Lisa says:

    All love this!! So fun to see everyone decking the halls!!

    December 19th, 2008 at 2:44 pm

  661. Laura Hoekstra-Bettig says:

    I found your link through Beth Moore’s blog. My Christmas decorating is still in progress but I’m excited to join the tour!

    December 19th, 2008 at 3:08 pm

  662. Terri says:

    Thanks for keeping Mr. Linky up just a little bit longer. I was afraid I had missed it. I was so excited that it was still up that I linked my post when it was just words, and then went back and added the pics to it. I’m sure there’s some southern, redneck term for blogging like that. It was like trying to purchase an online deal before they run out of the product.

    December 19th, 2008 at 3:23 pm

  663. Becky says:

    Here is my home. The first pictures are from my own home. and the second blog is my friends house that I decorate which is basically my home also.
    I hope you enjoy and MERRY CHRISTMAS TO ALL

    December 19th, 2008 at 3:43 pm

  664. Megan says:

    WOO HOO!! I made it!!

    December 19th, 2008 at 4:11 pm

  665. Megan says:

    dang, i got all excited and posted the link to the blog, not the post! Whoops

    December 19th, 2008 at 4:16 pm

  666. Carol says:

    Thanks for answering me BooMama! I re-entered using the link I think you meant when you said: permalink? http://secure.smilebox.com/ecom/openTheBox?sendevent=4e6a45794e54417a4d413d3d0d0a&campaign=blog_playback_link&blogview=true
    Oh- I have so much to learn!!!
    Carol in MI

    December 19th, 2008 at 5:06 pm

  667. rachel says:

    too fun!

    December 19th, 2008 at 5:06 pm

  668. Kimberly says:

    I have thoroughly enoyed going through the tour–altho I haven’t even made it to 100 yet! You all are so creative and I’ve gotten lots of ideas for next year

    ~K

    December 19th, 2008 at 5:10 pm

  669. Julie says:

    This is so much fun! I participated in it for the first time this year and it’s been wonderful. I’ve gotten to see lots of beautiful homes and I’ve had a lot of visitors to mine.

    Thank you for doing this,BooMama! This is a wonderful holiday experience!

    God bless you and Merry Christmas!

    Love in Christ – Julie

    December 19th, 2008 at 5:18 pm

  670. Mrs darling says:

    Im going to be reading these into the summer I think. LOL Thanks for hosting this!

    December 19th, 2008 at 5:19 pm

  671. Lisa says:

    Great tour, BooMama! It was a lotta fun!

    December 19th, 2008 at 6:13 pm

  672. jeanette fester says:

    love it. can’t wait until the new year to see what God will be doing with ya’ll and with me. Merry christmas. love , Jeanette

    December 19th, 2008 at 9:03 pm

  673. Jennifer says:

    Just barely made it…I’ve loved checking out everyone’s beautiful decor!

    December 19th, 2008 at 9:34 pm

  674. jill says:

    Thanks for hosting us Boomama!
    This is so much fun!

    December 19th, 2008 at 10:32 pm

  675. Tammi Kay says:

    Hi Mama,
    You home is beautiful. It’s noce to see that there were no decorating mishaps this year. Your mama did a lovely job on your tree. Thanks for letting us drop by.

    December 19th, 2008 at 11:51 pm

  676. Jeanette says:

    Loving this! Everybody did a great job decorating their homes!

    December 20th, 2008 at 12:24 am

  677. Joan says:

    Happy Holidays!

    December 20th, 2008 at 2:56 am

  678. Chrissy says:

    I’ve really enjoyed seeing everyone’s beautiful decorations!! This is an awesome way to get new decorating ideas!!!

    December 20th, 2008 at 4:01 am

  679. Amey says:

    This is so fun!!!!
    Merry Christmas

    December 20th, 2008 at 9:32 am

  680. robin and josh says:

    Merry Christmas to all!

    December 20th, 2008 at 9:52 am

  681. Tera says:

    Thank you for hosting such a wonderful tour. I’ve enjoyed it so much. Many blessings to you and yours this Christmas season!

    December 20th, 2008 at 10:06 am

  682. Miranda says:

    Hi BooMama!!! I know this is not relevant to the topic, but I am faily new to the “blog world”… and I want to make friends, Ha! I feel like the new kid that doesn’t know her way around! You ladies have LOVELY Christmas decorations!! Blessings!

    December 20th, 2008 at 10:15 pm

  683. The Bargain Shopper Lady says:

    Yeah Boo! Thanks so much for hosting this blessed event!
    ~The Bargain Shopper Lady

    December 20th, 2008 at 10:19 pm

  684. Tammy/Photography for Fun says:

    I’m a bit behind this year but I’m finally done and ready to participate in this year’s tour. Merry Christmas everyone!

    December 20th, 2008 at 11:42 pm

  685. Sandy in Texas says:

    Love it all…your trees…your home & decor and this blog!! Merry Christmas!

    December 21st, 2008 at 2:12 pm

  686. Vintagesquirrel says:

    Well, Better late than never…Mom always said. I hope that people will still find the time to come by my blog for a visit.

    December 21st, 2008 at 7:13 pm

  687. Dawn says:

    I loved looking at all your Christmas decorations. I especially like the “extra” tree being used for Christmas cards. I think I will steal your idea and use it as my own next year. Don’t worry I’ll tell my family where I got the idea. haha.
    Merry Christmas!

    December 22nd, 2008 at 4:00 pm

  688. Melissa@Pink Paper Peppermints says:

    Oh, your tree looks so beautiful! Do you have a special filter to make the lights look all sparkly like that or is that just your awesome photography talent??

    I am going to be looking at people’s Christmas decorations all year! (almost a thousand people!!-how cool!)

    I hope people don’t mind me commenting on their Christmas decorations at Easter…heh-heh.

    Merry, Merry Christmas Sophie

    Melissa~

    December 23rd, 2008 at 9:16 pm

  689. Shannon says:

    Thanks so much for making this fun tour of homes! I have enjoyed many a chai while perusing in my PJs. I finally got the nerve to add mine on Christmas Eve. Have wonderful visits and thanks for spreading the lurve!

    December 24th, 2008 at 7:36 am

  690. Shannon says:

    Oops…I did it wrong the first time. Even though I DID read the rule page. Trial and error to figure out the diff between GENERAL linkage and THAT post. Now I know. And knowin’s half the battle. Can you delete link 953?

    December 24th, 2008 at 7:53 am

  691. debbie d. says:

    I’m concerned about those lights on the silver tree…my mom always said it was the fire hazard kiss of death…mine are on the table surrounding the tree but to this day, I still can’t bring myself to put lights on the aluminum tree…be careful!

    December 24th, 2008 at 8:45 am

  692. Threepigglets says:

    This is SO fun!

    December 24th, 2008 at 9:22 am

  693. Kim says:

    Well, better late than never… this is just too much fun to not participate. I’ve loved visiting all the tours… boo mama – thanks a ton for letting us play! ~ kim

    December 24th, 2008 at 11:37 am

  694. The Hill's says:

    Man, do I LOVE to decorate for Christmas! I enjoyed doing this and have REALLY enjoyed getting to see how others decorate for the holidays! Thanks for the experience and hope you have a very Merry CHRISTmas!!

    December 24th, 2008 at 12:55 pm

  695. S'More of My Thoughts says:

    Merry Christmas, everyone!

    Such beautiful homes here – thank you Boomama for hosting us!

    December 25th, 2008 at 10:20 am

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