It really is the most wonderful time of the year and, in the Harvey household, we are savoring every second of the season! Our stockings are hung by the chimney with care, and with tree lightings and Santa visits and–our favorite–the flotilla (i.e. parade of boats on the water!) everything is merrier and brighter than ever!
What I’m Reading: The Starless Sea by Erin Morgenstern. This is the beauty of indie bookstores. I stopped into South Main Book Co. a couple weeks ago and, even though this one is a bit out of my usual genre, the owner thought I would love it. She was right! We’re also reading Unwrapping the Greatest Gift by Ann Voskamp as a family at night. It’s a Christmas devotion for the whole family, and little Will loves it!
What’s Next in my TBR: The Small Crimes of Tiffany Templeton. Richard Fifield is a good friend, a terrific writer, and I am all-in-all thrilled about his new release. I’ve been longing for another Fifield read ever since I finished his last book, The Flood Girls. (This is us. In costumes. Soul mates? Obviously.)
What I’m Listening To: Educated by Tara Westover. I know I’m a little late to the Educated game, but I am loving this one so much!
What I’m Watching: I’m 2 for 2 on fabulous Christmas movies. (Well, I mean, you know, they’re Christmas movies, so take that into consideration!) Let It Snow is, I’m pretty sure, meant for teenagers, but it was adorable, the right mix of feel-good Christmas with a tiny hint of cool, Empire Records-ish vibe. Holiday in the Wild was just adorable. It has all the trappings of a Christmas movie but with BABY ELEPHANTS. Plus, can Kristin Davis and Rob Lowe do any wrong?
What I’m Looking Forward To:
January 3-5, 2020: Best of Our State with Our State, Pinehurst Resort, Pinehurst, NC. Celebrate North Carolina with Our State as the magazine “comes to life” with music, history, humor, storytelling, art, and food at the Pinehurst Resort. The Best of Our State is a lively weekend of learning and luxury designed to rejuvenate the senses to begin the new year. Click here for more information and tickets.
January 30, 2020: “Southern Lunch Event” with Mary Alice Monroe and Kristin Harmel. In Conversation with Kristina McMorris. Hosted by Adventures by the Book. 12 pm, Claim Jumper, San Diego, CA.
February 1, 2020: SuperBook Weekend Adventure, Aboard the Queen Mary, Long Beach, CA. Click here for more information and tickets.
February 13-16, 2020: Savannah Book Festival, Savannah, GA.
February 22, 2020: Ladies Luncheon and Signing Event at the Beaufort Hotel, Beaufort, NC.
What I’m Gifting: In case you didn’t know, my mom and I have an interior design blog, Design Chic. One of our favorite things to do is put together gift guides for everyone on our list. From kids to travelers, boys to book-lovers, we have something special for everyone!
A Treat for You: I am so grateful to all of you who gift my books for Christmas! If you want to give the gift of a copy of any of my books (or a preorder of Feels Like Falling!) to someone you love, please email me at kristy@kristywoodsonharvey.com and I’ll send you a signed book plate, bookmark, a KWH book light and a coozie (while supplies last!).
If you want a signed, personalized copy shipped, just order from Beaufort Linen Co., and I’ll run down and sign for you! (Between now and December 19.)
House I’m Touring: This stunning, simple house by Chango & Co. If you’re in Christmas overload, take a break with this gorgeousness!
Thanks for stopping by today, friends. I hope you have a fabulous holiday season!
Dear Kristy,
Love your plans and dreams for December. Enjoy!
xo
Patty