Celebrating Christmas

ah, the memories!

The bears get together in the forest to exchange gifts

Everyone came out to see the balloon races, in spite of the seasonal chill

Anyone up for a snow fight?

It's time to come in from the cold and decorate the little tree.

Gathering holly and berries to decorate for Christmas

Santa's really rocking out!

I loved Anita's page with the fairy house in the woods. That was my starting point, and this is the result. Thanks Anita for the inspiration!

How polar bears actually stay warm in the winter... Elfin Magic 2 available as pre-release to newsletter subscribers. Go to her blog and click subscribe.

The maidens of the town go to Mystic Lake in the evening to witness the mysterious flickers of fire return to the sun. (I haven't figured out if this is a daily occurrence? or if it happens on the equinox, or perhaps the solstice?)

Wouldn't it be fun to relax with these ladies on the terrace along the Mediterranean Coast, and eat fresh grapes?

Third of three rocky coastal scenes

Second of three rocky coastal scenes

The first of three rocky coastal scenes

A lovely stroll in the fall

The three bears - looking for a spot where the water hasn't frozen so they can get some fish. A red cardinal watches over them.

It seems a few of the elves are taking a break from making toys. Always a happy bunch!

Did she encase the castle in ice? or is she here to save it? you decide!

Still summer here in Texas... so still making summer scenes