This year, we decided to host Christmas Eve dinner (my family’s tradition) at our apartment. With the new puppy consuming most of our time, we didn’t do a ton to make it fancy, but everyone seemed happy with the setup. Everyone helped us out and brought food to contribute, and we made broiled king salmon with pesto. It was quite the feast! We decided not to do presents this year, and I thought it might be weird, but it was actually really wonderful to just get to focus on time with the family. We made a contribution to a local charity instead and we couldn’t be happier with the decision! My sister Cristina and her husband, Josh, weren’t able to make it up from Los Angeles, so that was a bit of a bummer, but other than that, it was the perfect evening filled with great conversation and good wine.
Henry was, of course, the man of the night, and my family just couldn’t get enough of him. He was a really good pup and slept on my lap through dinner (even passing out with his little head on the table!). It’s crazy how much joy a little puppy can bring. He makes us smile so much!
very pretty and Henry is gorgeous!
What a beautiful table !! And Henry is so precious !!!
I don't think I would ever put Henry down! He is sooooooo adorable!
Your home looks lovely – what a wonderful night!!
how sweet! the photos are gorgeous and it sounds like yall had a great time. 🙂
xx.
What a gorgeous red holiday spread, looks like a fun first Christmas Eve together!
Aw that's a really sweet set up! I love the candy canes arranged in heart formation too! Sometimes less is more and I think you've proven that here! Hope you had a great holiday!
Beautiful! Your photos are perfection and I love what you did with the candy canes.
You and your mother are identical + gorgeous! And Henry is pretty cute, too. Merry Christmas!
Aww, it was our first married Christmas too 🙂 You look absolutely BEAUTIFUL!!!
I love your tablescape it's classy and simple but so festive all in one. Your family is beautiful and it looks like ya'll had a great time. Happy Holidays
How beautiful! Looks like you ahd a wonderful family time! 🙂
SOO cute! I love all the photos, and such a great idea with the candycanes making a heart!!
Happy holidays!
love the simple but sweet table decor. FABULOUS!!