Tales of the Traveling Tote #33

Rabbit, Rabbit!

Welcome December and welcome to our 33rd edition of 

Tales of the Traveling Tote

Austin doesn't see brilliant color like the northeast, 

but some of our trees give us a taste of autumn color.

One recent morning I drove 

out to Westlake, the area where I taught school.

I thought you might enjoy a

peek at fall in Austin.

I pulled off the road to snap a few photos 

of this area at the base of Tom Miller Dam,

the beginning of what we know as 

 Lady Bird Lake that runs through

central Austin.  

You can read about this historical bridge above.

Miss Merri Mac and I had plans to attend a fun Market Day,

but alass our Texas weather has not 

been very conducive to outdoor activities.

Perhaps I can capture some photos at the 

December market to be held later this month.

It's difficult for me to think we are already in December.

 Wth the holiday season revving up, Miss Merri Mac 

and I recently set out to get us in a holiday spirit.

Window shopping is part of the fun.

We like to shop local 

to see the holiday offerings.

Miss Merri Mac is always welcome and 

readily makes a few new friends along the way.

We thought it would be fun to share this cute winter snow scene encountered in one of our favorite shops, Hearth and Soul.

The charming little abodes 

look to be hand crafted.

Each one showing creativity with lots of detail.

I found myself studying 

these little architectural jewels.

I honestly couldn't pick a favorite.

Each one was charming!

As well as each of the darling gnomes.

The week of Thanksgiving, Sadie and I drove over to 

historic Georgetown, TX  to my niece's home 

for the annual family Pie Baking Day.

We arrived too late for the actual making of the pies,

but my nephew showed off the products of the morning labors of

six beautiful homemade pies prepared by my sister's 5 grandchildren.

1 Cherry ~ 2 Pumpkin ~ 1 Pecan ~ 2 Buttermilk

Of course we couldn't leave without a stop at

 our favorite antique store, Gatherings!

Do you see that cute little Mrs. Claus!

 It's actually a mini creamer, but I couldn't resist her charm

and thought she would fit right in with my own Santa mugs.

Back in the neighborhood, we are beginning to see lots 

of homes decorated with lights.

We don't add outdoor lights to our home, but it's

certainly a treat to these beautiful displays.

Sadie has been sporting her favorite sweater.

What about you?  Are you holiday ready?

Stop by to visit my Traveling Tote Friends 

to read about their recent adventures.

Debbie with Miss Aurora @ Mountain Breaths 

Emily with Miss Courtney Childs@ The French Hutch

Jenna with Miss Coquille @The Painted Apron

Linda P with Miss Lola @ Life and Linda

 Patti with Miss Kenzie @ Pandora's Box

Rita with Miss Luna C @ Panoply 

Sarah with Miss Merri Mac @ Hyacinths for the Soul (You are here)

Ricki Jill and Countess De Monet @ The Sketchy Reader 

Jackie @ Purple Chocolat Home

Joining

Love Your Creativity @ Life and Linda  Sundays on Silverado @ House on Silverado 

You're the Star @ Electric Red Barn  Inspire Me Monday @ My Uncommon Slice of Suburbia    

Inspire Me Tuesday @ A Stroll Thru Life Tuesday Turnaround @ My Wee Abode

All About Home @ Common Ground  Wonderful Wednesday Blog Hop @ Electric Red Barn
Share Your Style @ French Ethereal  Tablescape Thursday @ Between Naps on the Porch
Thursday Favorite Things @ Katherine's Corner Charming Homes and Gardens @ Shiplap and Shells  Embracing Home and Family @ The Everyday Farmhouse   Farmhouse Friday @ The Painted Hinge